I prefer wolves over coyotes any day, if people weren't so ignorant killing wolves with no basis, than the coyote population would stay at a good level. So save the wolves, but in the mean time, keep your animals safe. The reason a coyote would even come near a person is simple, they have lost their fear of humans. Is it because we have stopped trapping and hunting as much as we used to? No. It is because we have hurt the wrong species severely, such as wolves, and we have started to think of these animals as pets. We feed them and don't chase them away from our dog and cat feed left outside or keep our garbage cans locked and secure. We should leave nature be as it is, it balances itself out fine without the intervention of humans almost always. I respect all legal hunters that kill for meat, thinning out of herbivore populations, and those who are respectful of their environment and this world, so don't think I'm bashing. I have my opinions, which are quite strong, but I am not saying you should act like I do, I am simply justifying my concerns and reasons. Someday I'm sure people will wish coyotes back when rabbits, foxes, and coons are completely out of control, all animals that coyotes thin out. They serve a purpose and I think that they should be left wild and free. Now, if one has a history of hurting humans or has come close to doing so, it is a different matter. OP, what are you thinking of doing for your coyote problem? I hope your electric fencing works, and if it doesn't, time to talk hubby into some donkeys or llamas!
Good luck with your coyote problem!
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