{"id":925579,"date":"2026-10-08T18:12:12","date_gmt":"2026-10-08T18:12:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/925579\/"},"modified":"2026-10-08T18:12:12","modified_gmt":"2026-10-08T18:12:12","slug":"rocky-view-county-shares-safety-advice-amid-recent-coyote-activity-discoverairdrie-com","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/925579\/","title":{"rendered":"Rocky View County shares safety advice amid recent coyote activity &#8211; DiscoverAirdrie.com"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Rocky View County says it is aware of recent <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rockyview.ca\/news-and-events\/news\/coyotes-preventing-and-managing-encounters\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">coyote activity in parks and communities<\/a> and is reminding residents how to avoid encounters.<\/p>\n<p>In an Oct. 2 notice, the county said coyotes can become more comfortable around people when food, shelter or other attractants are readily available.<\/p>\n<p>Related Stories:<\/p>\n<p>The county did not identify specific locations.<\/p>\n<p>According to the Government of Alberta, coyote families travel together in search of food during summer and fall, and sightings may become more common as young coyotes explore their surroundings.<\/p>\n<p>The province says people also make more frequent use of urban parks and green spaces during these seasons, increasing the possibility of encounters.<\/p>\n<p>However, Rocky View County notes that seeing a coyote does not necessarily mean the animal is aggressive or poses an immediate threat.<\/p>\n<p>Keeping coyotes away from homes and pets<\/p>\n<p>Rocky View County recommends securing garbage and compost, keeping pet food indoors and cleaning up fallen fruit, birdseed and pet waste.<\/p>\n<p>The province notes that birdseed and food scraps can attract mice and squirrels, which coyotes prey on.<\/p>\n<p>Residents are also advised to keep cats indoors, dogs leashed and small pets from being left outside unattended.<\/p>\n<p>What to do if a coyote approaches<\/p>\n<p>Residents who encounter a coyote should give the animal space and avoid approaching it.<\/p>\n<p>If the animal approaches or appears too comfortable around people, the county recommends standing tall, raising your arms and making loud noises, such as yelling or clapping.<\/p>\n<p>Residents should not run or turn their backs on the animal.<\/p>\n<p>If the coyote continues approaching, residents should maintain eye contact and slowly back away toward buildings or areas where other people are present.<\/p>\n<p>Dogs should remain leashed and close to their owners. Small dogs can be picked up if it is safe to do so.<\/p>\n<p>Children should be taught not to approach or run from coyotes and to call loudly for an adult if they encounter one.<\/p>\n<p>Reporting coyote concerns in Airdrie<\/p>\n<p>Airdrie residents with non-emergency concerns involving coyotes can contact the City of Airdrie at 403-948-8800 or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discoverairdrie.com\/articles\/mailto:general.inquiries@airdrie.ca\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">general.inquiries@airdrie.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The province advises reporting coyotes behaving aggressively toward people to Fish and Wildlife through the Report-A-Poacher line at 1-800-642-3800.<\/p>\n<p>The city advises calling 911 if a wildlife attack is underway or there is an immediate danger to public safety.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/goldenweststreaming.com\/cfit\/console\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Listen live to Air 106.1 FM<\/a>\u00a0for local news, weather, traffic and community updates throughout the day. 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