In the heart of the wilderness, an unusual mystery unfolded within the Dashukewich family home. Their brave and loyal dog, Cali, known for her fearlessness, suddenly became hesitant to venture outside. A sense of apprehension lingered in the air, leaving Vincent Dashukewich and his girlfriend puzzled.
In the quiet, snow-covered landscape of Connecticut, a family’s peaceful winter’s eve took a sudden, mysterious turn. Little did they know that beneath the protective shelter of their deck, a dormant behemoth lay hidden, shrouded in secrecy and stillness. This is the chilling tale of a Connecticut family who stumbled upon a hibernating bear under their deck—a tale where curiosity meets the wild, and a suspenseful standoff unfolds between man and nature. They’ve made an astonishing choice—to let the enigmatic guest stay.
The Puzzling Behavior of a Brave Dog
Amidst the sprawling nature surrounding their home, they couldn’t help but wonder if an unexpected visitor had shaken their pet’s courage. Their suspicions took a surprising twist as they delved deeper into the enigma.

The Bear Beneath the Deck
Vincent, also known as Tyler in some accounts, decided to investigate this peculiar change in their pet’s behavior. What he uncovered beneath their deck left him astonished. There, beneath the wooden shelter, nestled among leaves and a tarp, was an enormous black bear, soundly asleep.

The Mystery of Bear Hibernation
The sight of this hibernating behemoth was both astonishing and slightly unnerving. It was the midst of winter, and as Vincent soon learned, this was the time when bears slipped into their deep slumber, a practice as predictable as it was mysterious.

A Wise Decision
Respecting the age-old wisdom of handling such encounters, Vincent reached out to the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) for guidance. Their advice was clear: allow the bear its peaceful repose. As long as the bear remained dormant, it posed no threat.

The Serene Guest
The black bear continued its serene hibernation under the deck, making itself at home in a rather unexpected location. Vincent’s brother, also named Tyler, marveled at the unusual visitor, describing it as “super chill.” Their uninvited houseguest didn’t seem inclined to move.