Yucca Valley Animal Control has recently received four reports of coyotes killing and eating people’s pets. Reporter Mike Lipsitz has some tips to keep you, your pets, and the coyotes safe…
Coyotes are smart, persistent and put pets at risk. Follow these tips to protect your animals.
A big mean dog may be the best coyote deterrent, but even a large dog can fall prey to a determined pack. If you encounter a coyote, stand tall and make noise. Leash your dog and back away. Use a big stick or throw rocks. Mace, whistles, air horns and garden hoses can also run off a coyote.
