Last night a coyote almost took our 8 lb poodle from the back yard. Talk about scary, we heard Bradley yelping. Doug yelled and our other large dog took after the coyote, who jumped the fence. We did install a dog run in the back yard, but it is just too hot to leave the dogs in the run this time of year. Our Bradley is still in shock, has a small puncture wound on his front shoulder, he will go to the vet in the morning. Anyone else have a close call or lost a pet this way? :sulkiness:
Over the past 6 months we have had a coyote or two in our walled/fenced back yard. Twice they have just taken naps under our citrus trees and upon waking they stretch then just bound over our 4 foot gate. We don't live on the golf course, have any outside pets or food to attract them. About 5 years ago we did see something unusual. We were outside and saw a Harris Hawk pick up a cat(rather large one) and attempt to fly off with him in its claws. The cat fought back and the hawk dropped him in the driveway from about 15' up and the cat ran under our vehicle. Luckily for the cat it seemed okay. Hawks and owls can be more of a threat to small pets than coyotes so look up when you have your pets wandering in your yards day or night.
I had no idea coyotes came in so close. Is this a new thing from habitat loss or has it always been an issue?
We have so many small dogs here and I do worry about them. Owls are something to consider and we see one perched on our neighbors roof from time to time and we have a family of eagles nesting not far from us up in the pines. Last week I went to let our dog out and he stood in the doorway and the hair on his neck went up and he backed up. I could just make out a shadow in the neighboring yard and it sure looked like a Coyote.
I think they have been here since Del Webb first scouted the land for development. They are very good at adapting to urban growth and we even have them in downtown Phoenix. We have plenty of golf course land for hunting and drinking and lots of washes nearby. In northern CA we had mountain lions to watch out for and they used to lay up on top of the neighbors roof and watch him come out and smoke. Yikes.
I just moved to Sun City, but have worked in Sun City for 19 years and I have heard about this for all these years. I think they live in the Agua Fria wash and I spoke to a caretaker in Sunland and he told me there are about 7 or 8 that live there as well. I understand this has always been a problem for Sun City.
Good news -- my dog Bradley will be fine. Took him to the Vet, who checked him out gave him a shot, and cleaned him up. He will be fine in a few days!
Believe it or not we have coyotes in West Hollywood. I came across one in the middle of the street once while I was walking my dogs. It's not a common occurrence but they live in the Hollywood Hills so they are not far.
DD I asked this question elsewhere but since you have a recent issue i would like to know your experience. Do the coyotes attack during the days. Will they hunt in a pack and come up to you when you are walking a dog?
The coyotes live in and around every golf course in Sun City and they do roam any neighborhood, anytime. Keep your pets safe and always be with your pets. Do not feed coyotes. With Common Sense used...coyotes will not be a problem. .
Deterrents & Repellents for Keeping Coyotes from Your Property Coyotes are incredibly intelligent and adaptable, and keeping them out of a yard is extremely difficult. The following deterrents and repellents were gathered from various internet searches and written source reviews. These items may help to keep coyotes away from your yard. Some are squirted through bottles or soaked into rags and placed in area(s) where you want the animal(s) repelled. Others are just placed out periodically if coyotes begin to frequent an area. Radios, strobe lights, sirens, or odor deterrents may also help discourage the presence of coyotes. Electronic Guard EG consists of strobe lights and sirens run by a timer. Produced by the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture Wildlife Research Center to protect sheep from coyote predation. (http://www.aphis.usda.gov/lpa/pubs/fsheet_faq_notice/fs_wseguard.html) Human scent (cologne/perfume). Must be re-applied over time and after rain. The Guardian ™ deterrent emits different noise frequencies to ward off unwanted wildlife. (http://www.pestrepellerultimate.com/guardian.htm) Ammonia-soaked rags or apply to an area with a squirt bottle. Must be re-applied over time and after rain. Motion lighting, strobe lighting, and blinking holiday lights. Scarecrow®, a motion detector sprinkler system that shoots a three-second blast of water when motion is sensed. (http://www.contech-inc.com/) Other odor deterrents (such as cayenne pepper or vinegar in water guns or balloons, etc). Must be re-applied over time/after rain. Phantom Deterrent (lion hiss) – Electronic animal deterrent which emits cougar sounds at timed intervals at night. (http://www.qawebsites.com/buyphantomdeterrents.htm) Grannick’s Bitter Apple® taste deterrent. (http://www.bitterapple.com/) Coyote Roller- Rollers that can be applied to the top of a six foot fence to eliminate a foot-hold necessary for coyotes to clear the fence. (http://www.coyoteroller.com/home) Minimizing coyote conflicts is most effective, however, when the entire neighborhood is working together! Never feed coyotes, and report neighbors who do! Remove all food and water sources from your yard, such as pet bowls, fallen fruit, barbecue grills, trash, and birdfeeders — coyotes will eat not only the birdseed, but also the birds and rodents attracted by the feeder. Pets should be supervised when outside and should only be left unattended when they are secured in a kennel with a covered top; cats, however, should be kept indoors at all times. Seal-up openings under porches, decks, and sheds with welded wire that is buried at least 18 inches below the ground. A six-foot fence may discourage coyotes from entering your yard; but, it will not fully exclude them. Such a fence can be improved upon in two ways: (a) add a buried apron, approximately 18 inches deep, so that coyotes can’t dig under; and (b) add a roller (see Coyote Roller above) or fence extensions, which can prohibit coyotes from jumping over a 6-foot fence. The top of the fence should consist of woven-wire extending out from the top of the fence approx. 15". Also, homeowners can encourage local entities to screen culverts and open drainage systems near homes, schools or trails so that coyotes cannot access these areas for potential den sites or thoroughfares. Finally, don’t forget to close all pet doors at night to exclude coyotes—and other wildlife—from entering your home! 8~)
I am surprised at how brazen the coyotes can be.... The come off the golf course in broad daylight and wander onto patios and front porches.
Yes -- coyotes are a very real "wildlife" in Sun City. Plenty of golf courses to stroll along -- and plenty of rabbits to chase ! This coyote was on top of my backyard 6 foot wall....just enjoying the "view" - - a little too close for me --- but no harm done. The family of coyotes - - were crossing Del Webb going on Riverview Golf Course.
We have come across the coyotes when we walk our dogs both morning and evening......we rarely see more than 2 at a time, but understand they can roam in packs. I have never had an issue with them approaching me and the pups, they will keep their distance. If they seem to close I yell at them and off they go. We have one neighbor who carries a pistol when walking his dog, just for coyotes he says.....but I'm more nervous of him taking a potshot at a coyote and hitting something other than the coyote than I am of the coyotes.
When I walk around the neighborhood at the crack of dawn - -I will sometimes see them in packs of up to 5 or 6. They pretty much mind their own business -- but I walk with caution ! One time -- when I was close to the sidewalk near the golf course -- a coyote crossed the street -- my dog & I were hidden from a bush and oh, my -- there is a coyote within a few feet of us... surprised my dog myself -- but I think the coyote was as shocked to see us -- ? Where are their senses !!???? Never the less -- -no harm done...Both my lab mix & coyote had an actual stare down -- then the coyote went on his way -- I froze !!!! I always carry a cell phone, air horn, and whistle.
Daily News-Sun on Sat. Aug. 24, 2013 said coyotes can get over a 10 ft. fence in one leap. Thought the 6 ft would work, but guess not. It also offered advice in case a coyote turns aggressive "approaching, biting, or growling without provocation--do not turn and run, as it may take your retreat as an opportunity to chase you...The Arizona Game and Fish Department office advises to keep eye contact with the animal in these circumstances while moving toward other people, a building or an area of activity. Call Arizona Game and Fish to report the encounter. The local phone number is 602-942-3000 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays, excluding holidays. After hours and on weekends, a radio dispatcher is available at 623-236-7201. On its website, azgfd.gov, also advises calling the above number 'if severe property damage has occurred or if there is possession of a live coyote.'"
I guess we have been lucky not to have any face-to-face encounters with the coyotes. We see them all the time but they keep their distance. No matter what kind of fence I had I don't think I would feel comfortable leaving my dogs in the yard unattended. We do plan to put in a fence for the dogs, but only so they can run around when we are on the patio and not have to be tied out. They would normally stay around us even untied, but if a bunny ran through the yard there isn't a Cavalier alive who could resist chasing it.
Be careful of your large dogs who could chase coyotes. I had a retriever who chased a coyote to the street, the coyote went to the other side of the street and stopped, looked back to lure my dog, my dog (under voice control) stopped on his side. Coyotes use this trick to lure a large dog to the lair where a group of coyotes will attack.
Agree --these coyotes are just too smart ! ! They feel that our pets (our larger doggie ...pets are their competition and the coyotes really want to pack up on them -- and go for the kill to eliminate their competition. Be cautious of any of your pets when these smart coyotes are in our area...ffended:
