Will a coyote attack a dog on a leash?

Do NOT turn your back to the coyote — do NOT run. (Coyotes can run up to 40 mph over short distances… you won't outrun them.) Put your dog on a leash, if they aren't already. read more

If coyotes are active in your neighborhood, letting your dog run around off leash is dangerous. Coyotes are known to lure dogs away. But, if you keep your dog on a leash, you can easily prevent this from happenings. read more

Sadie was on a leash with her owners when the coyote attacked. (Source: KPHO/KTVK) Ron and Gloria Giese hope their horrific incident is a warning to other pet owners about coyotes. read more

If your dog is off-leash, he or she becomes a far easier target. Your dog can run a lot faster than you can, and, if a situation were to arise, both your dog and the coyotes would be long gone before you had the chance to step in. read more

Coyote stalks elderly lady and small dog in city. Caught on tape. Had to stop filming because I thought the coyote was going to attack the lady but she started yelling and waving the stick. read more

Put your dog on a leash, if they aren’t already. Do NOT turn your dog loose to go after the coyote. Unzip your jacket and hold it wide open or raise your hands above your head and wave them, making yourself appear larger and scarier to the coyote. read more

Sadie was on a leash with her owners when the coyote attacked. (Source: KPHO/KTVK) Ron and Gloria Giese hope their horrific incident is a warning to other pet owners about coyotes. read more