Van Rees recommends utilizing loud noises in your yard ... "Barring sick or injured animals, [most attacks] will be restricted to things that the coyote views as prey," van Reese states.

HOUSTON — A recent spike in coyote sightings in Houston's Montrose neighborhood has caused concern among residents and pet owners in particular. There was an uptick in such sightings in recent weeks, ...

The New York state Department of Environmental Conservation is offering tips to avoid conflicts with coyotes as their breeding season begins.

"If you got a coyote in your yard, just open the door, bang some pots and pans, yell at it. You could throw something at it. That just kind of keeps moving. Keeps them from coming and establishing ...

If a coyote is actually attacking, she said, contact local law enforcement. Watson also said there are things you can do to make your yard less attractive to coyotes. "(Remove) any attractants ...