Coyotes may look like dogs; but humans are less likely to approach them. While coyotes generally do not attack humans, they will attack pets, livestock and other animals if they have a taste for meat or feel threatened in some way. 

Coyotes are found in all parts of the United States, except for Hawaii, as well as in Canada and Mexico. These U.S. states, however, see the highest rates of coyotes in the nation:

• Nevada
• Kansas
• Nebraska
• Colorado
• Wyoming

To rid coyotes from landscapes, homeowners will need to build fencing that is made from steel construction. Coyotes not only chew, but dig; so, a metal fence is best for coyote management. Choose a metal fence with PVC to prevent chew marks from reaching the steel and make sure the fence is at least 6 feet tall.