Coyotes

Rural communities are home to a variety of wildlife, including coyotes. Coyotes are usually wary and fearful of humans. Landowners are responsible for preventing problems with coyotes by limiting attractants and discouraging them from damaging property.

On this page

• Report a coyote sighting
• Who to contact about wildlife
• Resources

If a coyote is posing an immediate threat or danger to the public, call 9-1-1 immediately. Should you encounter a coyote, follow these important instructions:

• Never approach or touch a coyote
• Remain calm and slowly back away from the coyote
• Do not turn your back and run
• Stand tall, wave your hands, and make plenty of loud noises

Who to Contact About Wildlife

If a coyote is posing an immediate threat or danger to the public, call 9-1-1 immediately.

For more information about animal control services, click your municipality below:

• North Perth
• Perth South
• Perth East
• West Perth

Resources

• Preventing and managing conflicts with coyotes
• Coyote-proofing your property
• Encounters with coyotes
• Protecting your property
• Best Practices guide: Coyote-human interactions
• Ontario Wildlife Damage Compensation Program (livestock and poultry)
• Prevent conflicts with wildlife