Zorak1911
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I own a large cattle ranch in central Florida. Due to land development and favorable conditions we now have a booming coyote population. Lately they have been driving my dogs crazy at night with their howling, and a juvenile even came within 50 yards of the house the other morning. My 2 dogs(border collie~50lbs, and blue heeler~35lbs) immediately showed aggression toward the intruder, but the yote seemed like it wanted to play with them. There was no physical contact but I am sure if the yote didn't act so playful and submissive they would have attacked it. If I were there I would have shot but it was my mother who witnessed it and she can barely hit a snake with her 410 at close range. The yotes are getting braver and coming closer to the house. The dogs stay in the yard at night but I am wondering if we should be concerned about their safety if the pack decides to pay them a visit.