Beware of coyotes: Humane society warns mating season puts pets at higher risk

GRANVILLE COUNTY, NC (WTVD) — Beware of coyotes — that’s the warning from the Humane Society of Granville County.

The animal group posted on Facebook that it is coyote mating season in North Carolina for the next several weeks.

“Male coyotes can become more aggressive during this time of year,” the post reads.

In addition to the coyotes being dangerous, they have also been known to mate with unspayed or unneutered domestic dogs.

“You should also be mindful that clever coyotes learn the daily schedules of people and their pets. If you let your dog out every evening at 9 p.m., chances are that a coyote is well aware of your routine. He might be waiting in the shadows at 9 p.m. sharp. So change your schedule a bit, walk your dog on leash close to you, and keep a close eye on them at all times.”