If real coyotes behaved like Wile E. Coyote with an obsession exclusively for roadrunners, dog owners would have one fewer thing to worry about when letting their four-legged friends outside. In the ...

So, how can you really tell if the fluffy creature is a coyote and not just a stray or lost pup? Here’s what to know: How to distinguish between coyotes and dogs Although they may be hard to ...

Dog prints are wider and extended, while coyote prints are around 2.5 to 3.5 inches long. Claws are another indicator because dog claws are more rounded, while coyote claws are sharp and thin.

Hikers should maintain proper distance from coyotes, keep pets on leashes, and walk calmly away if approached, experts say.