While coyotes and domestic dogs are distantly related, there are many key differences between these two canine species in ...

Coyotes are territorial and may view larger dogs as potential competitors, particularly from January to June while mating and birthing pups, although actual confrontations are rare.

Sarah Castor said a coyote recently killed her family’s pet cat, Owen, in their backyard. “So, he went out as usual, first thing in the morning, 6 o’clock.