Worried about coyotes hanging around your property? Picking the right dog actually makes a huge difference. The best dogs to fight off coyotes are big, protective breeds like the Great Pyrenees, Anatolian Shepherd, and Kangal. These dogs have strong guarding instincts and enough size to scare off or challenge wild animals like coyotes. They’ve been…
Ever wonder why coyotes just look so darn cute, especially when they flash those big, soulful eyes? Coyotes use special facial muscles to make expressions that look a lot like the “puppy dog eyes” you see in dogs. That little trick helps them seem more appealing and probably makes it easier for them to communicate…
So, you’ve probably heard about a dog that took on a whole pack of coyotes and somehow came out on top. That dog is Casper, a gutsy Great Pyrenees from Georgia who killed 8 coyotes while protecting his owner’s flock. Casper’s story really shows what kind of courage and loyalty a farm dog can have…
Ever wondered where the name “coyote” actually comes from? Well, here’s the scoop. The word “coyote” comes straight from the Nahuatl language, spoken by the Aztecs, where people called it “coyōtl.” Spanish settlers in Mexico picked up the name and tweaked it a bit, and that’s pretty much how it became the animal’s common name…
Ever wondered if coyotes can mate with dogs? You’re definitely not the only one. These animals look a lot alike and share the same family tree, so the question pops up pretty often. The short answer? Yes—coyotes and dogs can mate and have offspring, called coydogs. But even though it’s technically possible, it rarely happens…
Ever wondered why we call the coyote a coyote? The name comes from the Náhuatl (Aztec) word “cóyotl,” which means barking dog. Spanish settlers picked up this word and passed it along. English speakers later adopted it too, keeping the sound but tweaking the spelling as time went on. You might hear people call coyotes…
Ever spot a wild canine and wonder, “Was that a fox or a coyote?” You’re definitely not the only one. At first glance, these two can look a lot alike—pointy ears, bushy tails, the whole deal. But if you’re trying to tell them apart, size really does make a difference. A coyote’s definitely bigger than…
When you hear coyotes yipping at each other, they’re actually having a conversation of sorts. Yipping lets them share important messages—calling family, marking territory, or just checking in. These sounds help their family groups stay together, especially when they’re spread out. Ever wonder why the yips sound so high-pitched and lively? That’s because coyotes use…
If you’ve ever heard a coyote’s loud, yipping cries at night, you might wonder what all the fuss is about. Coyotes yell to talk to each other—sometimes they’re marking territory, sometimes they’re looking for their pack, or maybe they’re warning about danger. These sounds help them stay in touch and keep other coyotes out of…
Coyotes aren’t just wild animals sneaking around your neighborhood at night—they’re individuals, each with a personality shaped by their own experiences and family life. You might be surprised, honestly, at how curious, playful, shy, bold, or even bossy they can be. A coyote’s personality blends intelligence, independence, and social quirks, making every one of them…