The postings seen here from people who have co-existed with cougars generally seem to confirm my vague idea that if cougars do attack, it's from behind (?) This is creepier than I'm used to, but I'm sure I will adapt if they do become common- which experience tells me they will because the recent recogition also means they're now a super-protected species and there's lots & lots of food for them. (I refer to deer, not children )