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FWC Coyote Safety Tips
July 11, 2022 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
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.
Details
- Date:
- July 11, 2022
- Time:
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8:00 am - 5:00 pm