A report of a cougar sighting in Belcarra was made to the B.C. Conservation Officer Service on Thursday.
The service, however, has not been able to find the animal because the complainant refused to divulge any details on its location.
"There's not much we can do at this time but provide advice and cougar sighting tips," said CSO Sgt. Todd Hunter, who added the call came from the Marine Avenue area of Belcarra. "Incidents like this should be reported.
"It's concerning to us."
When there are reports of cougars, Hunter said pets and small children should be kept indoors or in the backyard and monitored closely, especially at dawn and dusk.
He also urged the service be notified (1-877-952-7277) when a cougar is spotted because it could result in a pet or person being injured or killed.
