Police in Canton say they're seeing an increase in the number of calls reporting coyotes in the community. Wildlife officers warn that strange animal in your neighborhood that looks like a medium-sized German shepherd may actually be a coyote.
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources says coyotes can be found in both urban and suburban areas including subdivisions. Coyotes are most likely to be spotted during their breeding period which occurs in the state from mid-January into March.
Coyotes are active day and night but their peak activity usually happens at sunrise and sunset.
The DNR says coyotes are opportunistic and will prey on unattended small dogs and cats but since they are known to have an instinctive fear of people, coyotes rarely attack humans.
Canton Police say residents are encouraged to follow the tips provided to minimize interaction with wildlife. · Never approach or touch a coyote · Never intentionally feed a coyote · Eliminate all outside food sources, especially pet food · Put garbage out the morning of pick-up · Clear out wood and brush piles; they are a habitat for mice and may attract coyotes · Do not allow pets to roam free when coyotes are present-consider keeping pets indoors or accompany them outside, especially at night
Reports of a coyote in distress or causing a threat can be called in to Public Safety's non-emergency line at: 734/394-5400
Sunday, May 19 2013 1:52 PM EDT2013-05-19 17:52:35 GMT
Authorities have identified a 20-year-old man they've arrested in the firebombing of the suburban Detroit home of an heir to the Art Van Furniture business.
Authorities have identified a 20-year-old man they've arrested in the firebombing of the suburban Detroit home of an heir to the Art Van Furniture business.
Let It Rip Weekend: Doggy Insurance, Pit Bull Bans & $15 Minimum Wage
Sunday, May 19 2013 10:33 AM EDT2013-05-19 14:33:58 GMT
This time we're talking about a new requirement in Royal Oak that has some dog owners taking out $1 million insurance policies on their pooches. Plus, Waterford Township is considering repealing their
Should owners of dangerous dogs have to take out $1 million insurance policies? Are pit bull bans a good idea? Plus, should the minimum wage be raised to $15 an hour?
Sunday, May 19 2013 12:01 AM EDT2013-05-19 04:01:16 GMT
It was supposed to be their big night, but prom turned into a big headache for teens from a local high school. Police showed up to crack down on an unauthorized limo service.
It was supposed to be their big night, but prom turned into a big headache for teens from a local high school. Police showed up to crack down on an unauthorized limo service.
Friday, May 17 2013 11:55 PM EDT2013-05-18 03:55:04 GMT
"We intend to build cars in North America for [the] North American market, build cars in Europe for the European market and build them in Asia for the Asian market," said Don Graunstadt.
"We intend to build cars in North America for [the] North American market, build cars in Europe for the European market and build them in Asia for the Asian market," said the CEO of North American Operations for the electric car company.
Friday, May 17 2013 10:19 PM EDT2013-05-18 02:19:58 GMT
It can creep up on you without you realizing it. One day you step on the scale and you're obese. That's what happened to a St. Clair Shores woman who never though she would lose the weight.
It can creep up on you without you realizing it. One day you step on the scale and you're obese. That's what happened to a St. Clair Shores woman who never though she would lose the weight.
(Credit: michigan.gov/dnr) Coyote
