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Coyotes usually attack smaller-sized dogs, but they have been known to attack even large, powerful breeds such as the Rottweiler in exceptional cases. [205] Dogs larger than coyotes, such as greyhounds, are generally able to drive them off and have been known to kill coyotes. [206] Smaller breeds are more likely to suffer injury or death. [188]
Coyotes have been known to attack pets, such as small dogs and house cats, according to the state’s Division of Fisheries and Wildlife.
The woman then attacked the coyote, but it returned to attack the dog three times. Then, the male dog managed to slip its collar and chase the coyote. The woman began rabies treatments. [195] On January 31, 2017, three coyotes attacked a man who took his dog for a walk in Alliston, Ontario. The man's dog was able to fend off the coyotes.
The coyote will then try to lose the dog by hiding or by wearing it out. If the coyote has family members or members of the pack nearby, those coyotes will come help the coyote out.
A Simi Valley homeowner defended his pet Chihuahua being attacked by a coyote that entered through the dog door, police say.
I. May 2000 Dublin area Coyote killed small dog while woman was taking it for walk. J. July 2001 Encinitas Coyote attacked and took dog, while it was being walked on leash by woman. (4 PM) K. July 2002 Canoga Park Woman walking 2 large dogs accosted by 3 coyotes; fell backward and fended coyotes off.
As a member of the dog family, coyotes resembles a German Shepard or collie, according to the Urban Coyote Research Project. They have slender muzzles, pointed ears and a bushy tail.
A researcher studying the impact of coyotes in the city of Austin, Texas found that urban coyote management techniques, including steps to trap and remove coyotes who were exhibiting bold or aggressive behavior, as well as efforts to educate the public about not feeding the animals, had had a positive effect in lessening possible risk to humans or to pets. [14]