00:00As suburban areas expand into natural habitats, sightings of coyotes are becoming common.
00:05But a critical question every pet owner asks is,
00:08do coyotes actually attack and kill dogs and cats?
00:11The short answer is, yes, they do.
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00:20Coyotes are opportunistic predators.
00:22For a wild coyote, a free-roaming cat or a small dog looks like easy prey.
00:27While they rarely attack large dogs out of fear,
00:30they will aggressively defend their territory against dogs of any size
00:34during their winter mating and spring denning seasons.
00:37To keep your pets safe, follow these essential guidelines.
00:41First, keep cats indoors and supervise small dogs outside, especially at dusk and dawn.
00:47Second, never leave pet food outdoors and secure trash cans to avoid attracting coyotes to your yard.
00:53Third, walk your dog on a short leash and carry a whistle or noisemaker to haze coyotes if you encounter
01:00one.
01:00Knowing the risks helps keep your furry companions safe.
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