WEST SEATTLE COYOTES: ‘Note of reassurance’

Jen B and Freyja the dog saw a coyote in their West Seattle neighborhood today – and Jen reports doing what you’re supposed to do:

Just a note of reassurance to folks in the 52nd and Stevens area. If they saw a middle aged red haired lady in pajamas waving her arms yelling “Coyote Go Away” about 9:15 am, that was just me. The coyote was running through our backyards by Schmitz Park. She is a lovely young healthy coyote. She did what she was supposed to do and ran away. I was with my dog who is also now very confused. So no harm done, but I am guessing some neighbors think I’m demented.

How to coexist with coyotes, including behaving like that if you see one, is part of what you’ll learn here (click “Preventing Conflict“).
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6 Replies to "WEST SEATTLE COYOTES: 'Note of reassurance'"

  • HS January 31, 2024 (11:59 am)

    Jen, you crack me up! 😂😂

  • Tim January 31, 2024 (2:26 pm)

    Just an FYI, my cat was killed by a coyote last year after she got out a window we did not know was open. Please keep your cats indoor. at least at night. I would hate for anyone else to go through this.

  • W Stear January 31, 2024 (4:50 pm)

    thx for the link to the very readable comprehensive “preventing conflict”!

  • Jay January 31, 2024 (6:55 pm)

    And consider keeping the cats inside forever – the bird population will appreciate it!

  • wsresident January 31, 2024 (9:34 pm)

    This is my favorite WSB post ever. Thank you. 

  • D-Mom February 1, 2024 (7:19 am)

    I love this note!  Jen, you sound like a fun person to walk with. Thank you for also respecting the needs of the coyote. 

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