A person walking their dogs was attacked and seriously injured by a moose last weekend in Winter Park.

The attack happened Sunday afternoon on Little Vasquez Road, a rural road near Winter Park, according to a news release from Colorado Parks and Wildlife. A person was walking their two leashed dogs when they encountered a female moose and her yearling.

The moose then charged at the person and kicked them several times before charging at the person’s dogs, who were able to run away. The victim was transported to a hospital with serious injuries to their chest and arms.

Wildlife officers were unable to locate the moose but have posted signs in the area warning of moose activity.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife officials are warning those who may encounter a moose in the wild to be sure and give the animal plenty of space. Female moose will typically give birth to calves in late spring and early summer and are typically more aggressive during these time periods.

If you spot a calf without its mother, officials said it’s best to leave the area as the momma moose may be nearby and won’t be kind should she see you with her baby.

Should you encounter a wild moose, give it plenty of space and don’t attempt to scare it away. If the moose has laid back ears, is pawing the ground or licking its snout, you are too close and need to back away. If the moose charges you, try and hide behind a tree or boulder if possible.

Moose tend to inhabit areas near water with abundant willows, their food source.