Westport News: Coyote Advisory
(Westport, CT) There have been several coyote attacks on dogs in Westport recently. Fortunately, none of the attacks were fatal. To protect your family pets, take the following measures: Supervise your pets while they are out in the yard! Coyotes avoid conflict with humans, so your presence should prevent any problems. While out at night with your pets, carry a powerful flashlight and keep tabs on your surroundings. Coyotes can be successfully hazed or driven away using noise (high-decibel whistle or air- horn) or thrown objects (balls, sticks, rocks). If you are walking a small pet and see a coyote, pick the pet up. Any time you are with your pet and see a coyote, give…