bright lights, or water sprayed from a hose, the agency advised. “Remember to never corner a coyote or approach one if it appears sick or injured,” Animal Care and Control cautions.

Always check your property for coyotes before taking your dog outside. Make lots of noise as a coyote deterrent. Never let your dog out by itself, especially during early morning and in the evening.

Daniel Atwell said he first noticed an issue in August with coyotes triggering his security lights and cameras ... create a formal plan for handling sightings and advocating for coyote control plans ...