Coyote Awareness
Author- Julie Williams, Practice Manager at Quarry Ridge Animal Hospital
Coyotes (Canis latrans) are canid predators found all over the USA. For the most part, Coyotes live alongside humans with no negative interactions.
Their main prey sources are small mammals such as rabbits, and rodents, but they will also prey on larger animals such as:
- Woodchucks
- Beavers
- Deer
- Carrion.
As humans have expanded their range and population density, interactions with Coyotes have increased, and this can result in injuries or even death to our dog and cat family members. It is important to remember that Coyotes are wild predators who hunt to survive, and they do not differentiate between our pets and wild prey.
There are important steps to take to keep ourselves and our pets safe from unwanted interactions with Coyotes.
Coyotes are wild predators.
Please admire them from a distance.
Coyotes should be given space and not harassed, fed, or closely interacted with. By respecting boundaries with wildlife, we can promote a healthier coexistence with these animals.
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Secure your pets when they're alone.
By keeping your pet indoor or securing their enclosure, you are reducing the risk for your pet to be potentially harmed by a opportunistic predator. Coyotes view small pets as potential prey. Leaving pets in a fenced yard does not guarantee their safety, as coyotes have been known to jump over fences.
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In closing, Coyotes are a beautiful opportunistic predator that we can live alongside in harmony if we take precautions. Remember, wild animals should be respected and admired from afar.
Sincerely,
 Your friends at Quarry Ridge Animal Hospital
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