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Coyote pup denning season starts in March and April

Sabrina GamrotMississauga NewsTuesday, March 30, 2021

Spring is officially upon us and, as a result, wildlife will start to appear more often.

Coyotes start denning to raise their pups in March and April, which may result in increased sights and activity.

Dens for coyotes and pups can be created in many areas including the side of hills, tree stumps, underneath patios or decks and in culverts around natural areas or hydro corridors, according to the city of Mississauga.

Coyotes will instinctively protect their young and will vocalize, growl or act in a defensive manner toward any predators or people.

Mississauga Animal Services is sharing a number of tips to use if you encounter a den or see a coyote.

Coyotes help to control rodent and rabbit populations and are an important aspect of our ecosystem, said the city.

IF YOU SUSPECT A DEN IS NEARBY:

• Avoid the area

•. Keep dogs on a leash not longer than six feet

• Don’t dump food or garbage outside, which could attract wildlife

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• Call Animal Services if dens pose a public risk 

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• Stay calm and wait until it leaves

• Do not turn your back and run, the coyote may chase you

• Look big by waving your arms, clap, yell or make startling movements and stand tall

• Startle the coyote by opening an umbrella, using a flashlight or alarm

• If you are in immediate danger, call 911.

HOW TO PROTECT YOUR PETS: 

• Supervise your pets when outside in the yard

• When seeing a coyote, pick up your dog if possible

• Keep dogs on a leash

• Keep cats indoors as much as possible

Coyote sightings can be submitted online to the city’s interactive map, which tracks all sightings.

For more information, residents can call Animal Services at 905-896-5858 or visit Mississauga.ca/coyotes.