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To survive a wolf attack, back away slowly while maintaining eye contact if it sees you, since turning your back or running will encourage it to chase you. If the wolf approaches you, yell or make a loud noise so it thinks you’re aggressive, which may cause it to leave you alone. Only fight the wolf off as a last resort after it has attacked you. Try to stand with your back against a tree or rock, and use sticks, bear spray, or anything else to stop the attack. As soon as the attack stops, get to safety by climbing a tree or hiding inside a building, since it’s possible the wolf could attack again. For tips on how to survive a wolf attack if you're in a group, keep reading!