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'Lost Puppy' Rescued By New England Family Turns Out To Be Baby Coyote 'Lost Puppy' Rescued By New England Family Turns Out To Be Baby Coyote
'Lost Puppy' Rescued By New England Family Turns Out To Be Baby Coyote A family of Good Samaritans in Massachusetts bit off a bit more than they realized when they brought home what they thought was a lost puppy. The New England Wildlife Center shared the story of a Cape Cod family who rescued a pup that was found wandering on the side of a busy road that ultimately turned out to be an Eastern Coyote. “The Eastern Coyote pup was separated from his family last week and was found wandering and distressed by the side of a busy road,” the organization posted on social media. “He was then accidentally taken home by a local family after they mistakenly identified hi…

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by Zak Failla
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Coyote Advisory Issued In Westchester After Multiple Sightings Coyote Advisory Issued In Westchester After Multiple Sightings
Coyote Advisory Issued In Westchester After Multiple Sightings A coyote advisory has been issued in a Westchester village after multiple sightings were reported in the area. The Pelham Manor Police Department issued an alert on Wednesday, May 4, advising that there have been sightings on both the north and south ends of the village and the surrounding areas. Residents have been advised to be on high alert following the sightings. Researchers said that the warmer weather leads to mating season, followed by pup raising, and then dispersal, leading to the rise in sightings in recent weeks. Officials noted that coyote sightings are not a rare occurrence…

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by Zak Failla
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Police In Westchester Village Issue Coyote Advisory After Sightings Police In Westchester Village Issue Coyote Advisory After Sightings
Police In Westchester Village Issue Coyote Advisory After Sightings A new rise in coyote sightings in a quiet Westchester community has prompted police to caution area residents to be on high alert. Police in Pelham Manor just issued an advisory following coyote sighting in both the north and south ends of the village in recent weeks, causing concern for some. Officials noted that coyote sightings are not a rare occurrence in the area, but advised local residents to take precautions in the event they find themselves in a coyote’s crosshairs. According to officials, homeowners should never approach or feed a coyote, and if one approaches, it is suggested o…

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by Zak Failla
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Police Issue Alert Following Multiple Coyote Sightings In Westchester Police Issue Alert Following Multiple Coyote Sightings In Westchester
Police Issue Alert Following Multiple Coyote Sightings In Westchester While most are fretting over the unabated spread of COVID-19, a village in Westchester is warning of a different potential threat: coyotes. The Scarsdale Police Department issued a warning to area residents after there were multiple coyote sightings throughout the village in recent weeks. Police said that the coyotes did not appear threatening, and there was no contact with area residents, most of whom have been in self-isolation due to the virus.  No incidents were reported, just sightings. "Coyotes are an integral part of our natural ecosystem and provide many benefits to New Yorke…

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by Zak Failla
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New Advisory For Eastern Coyotes Issued In Westchester New Advisory For Eastern Coyotes Issued In Westchester
New Advisory For Eastern Coyotes Issued In Westchester Northern Westchester residents are being warned there has been an increased number of Eastern coyote sightings in the area. Because Eastern coyotes are native to the region and considered an integral part of the ecosystems, wildlife officials said it is important for residents to learn how to deal with the animals. The Department of Environmental Conservation recommends the following: Do not feed coyotes and discourage others from doing so  Do not feed pets outside. Make any garbage inaccessible to coyotes and other animals. Eliminate availability of bird seed. Concentrations of birds and…

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by Kathy Reakes