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🚫 Myth: “Coyotes lure dogs back to their pack!” ✅ Fact: Coyotes are intelligent animals, but they don’t engage in premeditated luring. The belief that they intentionally lure dogs back to their packs is based on anecdotes rather than scientific evidence. #Mythbusting Coyotes are primarily opportunistic hunters and generally target smaller prey such as rodents and rabbits. They do not view dogs as potential prey unless the dog is significantly smaller or habituation by people has occurred. Coyotes generally avoid confrontation with humans and dogs, preferring to keep their distance. When encountering a dog, a coyote might yip or bark, which serves as communication or boundary-establishing behaviors. Luring a dog has the potential to put them and their family members (pack) at risk, which is not in the coyote’s best interest. In many reported cases of dogs being “lured” by coyotes, it is often a result of the dog’s own curiosity. Off-leash dogs may follow or investigate the coyote out of their own volition, which may cause the coyote to retreat closer to other family members for safety. If threatened, coyotes will defend their lives and their family, just like many other species. To coexist with coyotes, we must practice responsible pet care. Always supervise your pets, use a leash during walks, store attractants such as pet food or trash, and secure your yard. Avoid walking your dogs in areas with known coyote activity, especially during breeding and denning season. Share this with your family and neighbors to promote compassionate coexistence. #Myth #Coexistence #Pets #Coyote #Dogs #Wildlife #PetCare #animalsoftiktok #fyp 📷 Sheryl Hester

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