[s7e16] Coyote Hazing File
: Use a garden hose or water gun to spray water in the coyote's direction. Important Safety Tips
: Carry whistles, air horns, or "coyote shakers" (soda cans filled with pennies or pebbles). Banging pots and pans or snapping a plastic bag can also be effective. [S7E16] Coyote Hazing
: Secure your trash cans, avoid leaving pet food outside, and tidy up fallen fruit or birdseed to prevent coyotes from becoming habituated to your yard. : Use a garden hose or water gun
: Do not haze a coyote if it is at a distance and simply passing through, or if you suspect there is a den or pups nearby. or local wildlife resources for a specific area? : Secure your trash cans, avoid leaving pet
: Stand your ground, wave your arms overhead to appear larger, and shout "Go away!". Maintain eye contact and do not run.
In the episode " Coyote Hazing " (Season 7, Episode 16, also listed as S7E5 on some platforms), the department engages in a community outreach program for coyote control . While the show uses the concept for comedy, hazing is a real-world technique used to keep coyotes wary of humans. Real-World Coyote Hazing Techniques