The summer has brought about an increase of coyote attacks on pets across the nation. Scientists speculate coyotes may be losing their fear of humans and pets because they are exposed to them more often. Many believe that an unlimited supply of food coupled with no natural predators is mainspring for the increase in attacks. Many pet owners across the nation are displaying concern about how to avoid pet entanglements with wild coyotes. Local response officials are stating that pets must be contained and supervised by their owners in efforts of reducing encounters between domestic animals and their wild counterpart.
Reports of 4 roaming cats, in a quiet Florida neighborhood, resulted in their demise and shortly thereafter, 3 more felines were confiscated by coyotes in Massachusetts. Coyotes have been sighted in NYC’s Central Park and a puppy was rescued by a pit bull in Colorado after the puppy was apprehended by a coyote.
Reports of home owners leaving pet food outdoors, as well as unsecured trash in easily accessible locations, tends to draw coyotes into urban landscapes. Avoid potential pet catastrophe’s by ensuring food and food waste are securely contained and out of reach of wild animals.
