Wildlife

Coyote Coexistence and Humane Management

Coyotes have expanded across North America; coexistence strategies that avoid lethal control are more effective and ethical long-term solutions.

Key Facts

Coyote populations grow in response to lethal control
Killing coyotes disrupts packs and increases reproduction rates
Non-lethal deterrents like guardian animals are highly effective
Coyotes fill important ecological roles controlling rodents

Welfare Considerations

Lethal control of coyotes is largely ineffective and causes suffering through trapping and poisoning. Pack disruption from killing alpha animals can fragment packs, leading to more human-coyote conflict, not less. Guardian livestock dogs and secure enclosures protect animals without killing.

What You Can Do

Use guardian animals and secure enclosures to protect livestock
Support communities adopting non-lethal coyote management
Oppose government predator control programs using poison
Educate neighbors about not feeding coyotes intentionally