Okie, just curious, what difference does it make her being from Oklahoma? Don't let this one incidence put a dark cloud over Paradise. One can get bit by a dog walking down the street anywhere in US. We all know the risks when intruding in another species home turf!!!!
This is what happens when humans feed animals to attract them. I for one, do not agree with this practice. Ok I said my 2 cents......
Don't let this keep you out of the water. Sorry to hear about your gear, as we have all said before, keep your belongings inside.