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Coyote Information
July 10, 2023 @ 12:00 am
| If you have heard about or seen a coyote in our community, you should know that according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), coyotes are found throughout Florida and are now considered to be a naturalized species in all 67 Florida counties. It’s important to keep our pets safe from coyotes, so follow these FWC tips:
· Do not allow them to roam freely; keep cats indoors. Free-roaming cats are at a high risk of being preyed upon by coyotes and other animals. · Walk small dogs on a short leash that is less than six feet long, especially at night, dusk or dawn. · Be extra careful if you are going to walk your pet in a wooded area that has heavy foliage, where coyotes may rest. · If pets are kept in a fenced yard, be sure the fence is at least 6 feet high to deter coyotes from jumping over it and check the bottom of the fence regularly to ensure there are no holes where coyotes can get underneath. · Remove attractants from around your home, including pet food and unsecured garbage left outside. Problems with coyotes can be significantly reduced if residents remove attractants and secure trash. (Coyote infographic)
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