Coyotes in Waldorf

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berfert

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Ok. Now I know what my pets have been smelling around the back yard so much for the last few days. Last night I was on my deck and I heard something prancing around the woods and the frosty yard. I looked over and saw what I thought was a big fox, but it had a different look to it and was bigger. Then it stopped and stared me down for awhile. After running back into the woods, it circled back around. I was waiting for it to reappear when another one came from the neighbors yard. At this point I ran in the house because I am a big chicken..lol

After describing it to my sister in Ohio she said that it sounded exactly like a Coyote. I looked this up and was shocked to see that this is exactly what they were. I had no idea that we had them in Southern Maryland, but evidentally they are everywhere.

I read that they will normally not bother humans but they will hurt small animals. I have two Pomeranians. Does anyone know if they will try to approach if I have my dogs on leashes and take them out there at night, and I am holding on to them?

I am a bit scared that they were up so close to my house and the one was staring at me like that. I'm sure my fear comes from not knowing too much about them. If anyone with expertise in this area has any suggestions for me, that would be great!
 
Cowgirl

Cowgirl

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I doubt they'll come up to your dogs if you're holding the leash. Next time you see them yell at them and they'll probably run away.
 
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berfert

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Thank you. Oh I will yell alright, probably more of a scream..lol.. I just don't want my dogs to get hurt.
 
migtig

migtig

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berfert said:
Thank you. Oh I will yell alright, probably more of a scream..lol.. I just don't want my dogs to get hurt.
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Just don't let them off the leash. I have a wild fox that hangs out in my yard and according to my neighbor I have a bobcat :lol:. Anyway, I have heard other animals out at night and seen their glowing eyes, but they have never approached. I carry a flashlight at night and keep the dogs on their leashes, and I figure it's a combination of the light and the human that keeps other animals away.

I've always been more concerned about rabies than about being attacked. Make sure your poms are up to date.
 
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toppick08

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berfert said:
Ok. Now I know what my pets have been smelling around the back yard so much for the last few days. Last night I was on my deck and I heard something prancing around the woods and the frosty yard. I looked over and saw what I thought was a big fox, but it had a different look to it and was bigger. Then it stopped and stared me down for awhile. After running back into the woods, it circled back around. I was waiting for it to reappear when another one came from the neighbors yard. At this point I ran in the house because I am a big chicken..lol

After describing it to my sister in Ohio she said that it sounded exactly like a Coyote. I looked this up and was shocked to see that this is exactly what they were. I had no idea that we had them in Southern Maryland, but evidentally they are everywhere.

I read that they will normally not bother humans but they will hurt small animals. I have two Pomeranians. Does anyone know if they will try to approach if I have my dogs on leashes and take them out there at night, and I am holding on to them?

I am a bit scared that they were up so close to my house and the one was staring at me like that. I'm sure my fear comes from not knowing too much about them. If anyone with expertise in this area has any suggestions for me, that would be great!
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As long as you are present....no worries.

But when you are not.......coyotes are sneaky and blood thirsty.....trust me.
 
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punjabigyrl

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berfert said:
Ok. Now I know what my pets have been smelling around the back yard so much for the last few days. Last night I was on my deck and I heard something prancing around the woods and the frosty yard. I looked over and saw what I thought was a big fox, but it had a different look to it and was bigger. Then it stopped and stared me down for awhile. After running back into the woods, it circled back around. I was waiting for it to reappear when another one came from the neighbors yard. At this point I ran in the house because I am a big chicken..lol

After describing it to my sister in Ohio she said that it sounded exactly like a Coyote. I looked this up and was shocked to see that this is exactly what they were. I had no idea that we had them in Southern Maryland, but evidentally they are everywhere.

I read that they will normally not bother humans but they will hurt small animals. I have two Pomeranians. Does anyone know if they will try to approach if I have my dogs on leashes and take them out there at night, and I am holding on to them?

I am a bit scared that they were up so close to my house and the one was staring at me like that. I'm sure my fear comes from not knowing too much about them. If anyone with expertise in this area has any suggestions for me, that would be great!
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If they attack small animals chances are they will try. I had a problem with my neighbors dog pooping, peeing, very agressive behavior towards my kids etc and another neighbor told me to order wolfpee over "the internets" and pour it around your area and they dogs and all will keep away. I never did try it. i did use the cayenne pepper in the area they did thier stuff. Goodluck
 
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berfert

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thanks to everyone for the rapid responses. I will make sure i have leash, flashlight yelling sounds and two feet to be able to run!

Will the coyotes make this a habit or will they eventually go away?
 
JessieGirl

JessieGirl

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berfert said:
Ok. Now I know what my pets have been smelling around the back yard so much for the last few days. Last night I was on my deck and I heard something prancing around the woods and the frosty yard. I looked over and saw what I thought was a big fox, but it had a different look to it and was bigger. Then it stopped and stared me down for awhile. After running back into the woods, it circled back around. I was waiting for it to reappear when another one came from the neighbors yard. At this point I ran in the house because I am a big chicken..lol

After describing it to my sister in Ohio she said that it sounded exactly like a Coyote. I looked this up and was shocked to see that this is exactly what they were. I had no idea that we had them in Southern Maryland, but evidentally they are everywhere.

I read that they will normally not bother humans but they will hurt small animals. I have two Pomeranians. Does anyone know if they will try to approach if I have my dogs on leashes and take them out there at night, and I am holding on to them?

I am a bit scared that they were up so close to my house and the one was staring at me like that. I'm sure my fear comes from not knowing too much about them. If anyone with expertise in this area has any suggestions for me, that would be great!
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My husband hunts with a guy that lives in King George, VA. He killed a coyote about a month ago that had already killed 10 calves. He said there's about 5 that he's seen.
 
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berfert

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wow! I had no idea! I thought that they were only in the midwest, but I have now read some articles and the dnr site that they are here and have about a 30% annual increase. I'm just worried that they may try to attack.
 
misshelper

misshelper

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berfert said:
thanks to everyone for the rapid responses. I will make sure i have leash, flashlight yelling sounds and two feet to be able to run!

Will the coyotes make this a habit or will they eventually go away?
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It'll go away for good if you shoot it....:whistle:
 
migtig

migtig

aka Mrs. Giant
berfert said:
wow! I had no idea! I thought that they were only in the midwest, but I have now read some articles and the dnr site that they are here and have about a 30% annual increase. I'm just worried that they may try to attack.
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Predators always go after easy prey first. In this case, it would be wild cats, loose smaller dogs, cats that are let out to roam, pets loose in fenced yards, even rabbits, and squirrels. If you are with your animals, you are a bigger threat and not worth it. Don't have your pets on those retractable leashes where you can't grab them up if need be, keep them close and on regular leashes and be with them for all outdoor time. It's been my experience that the only time a wild animal is not scared of a human is when they are sick / rabid / etc. Then you need to call the police to shoot it.
 
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