Town of Erie Police Department

Coexisting with Coyotes

Erie is no stranger to coyote sightings. These clever canids have readily adapted to our food and habitat-rich environments.

As sightings begin to rise, we would like to take a moment to share some reminders to help avoid coyote encounters in your neighborhood. Please share these tips with your children and neighbors.

  • Keep pets on a leash when walking
  • Pick up small pets if confronted by a coyote
  • Do what you can to discourage a coyote's approach - yell, stomp your feet, throw small rocks or sticks
  • Always supervise your pet when outside, especially at dawn and dusk
  • Never leave cats or dogs outside after dark
  • Don't leave food or water outside for pets
  • Keep your pets up to date on vaccinations

If you encounter a coyote behaving aggressively, or a coyote attack we urge you to contact our dispatch at 303-441-4444. Ask to speak with an officer, who will forward the details to the Colorado Parks and Wildlife. For information on how to minimize coyote encounters visit: https://www.erieco.gov/265/Coyotes-FAQs.

Coexisting with Coyotes

ERIE POLICE DEPARTMENT
1000 Telleen Avenue | P.O. Box 510
Erie, CO 80516
www.erieco.gov/police | 303-926-2800

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