AUSTIN, Texas – A local man is warning pet owners after his cat was taken from a North Austin neighborhood by a coyote.
- Coyote snatches cat in North Austin
- Surveillance video captured the incident
- Below are tips to keep your pet safe
Early in the morning on May 15, a homeowner’s surveillance video captured a coyote approaching his home. In the video, his sleeping cat was caught off guard when it was snatched by a coyote.
The local man says he is concerned for kids who walk to school in the area as the coyote was seen close to two elementary schools.
WARNING: Potentially disturbing video
Tips for keeping pets safe from coyotes:
According to the website PetMD, there are several ways to keep pets safe from coyotes:
- Avoid feeding wildlife: Coyotes are drawn to neighborhoods where people feed the wildlife
- Try to keep from leaving pets unattended: Bring pets indoors during twilight into the night when coyotes are the most active
- Beware during breeding season: From April to August coyotes have their young and will act protective of their babies
- Remove attractants outside homes: Attractions include compost, dirty grills, birdseed, and garbage cans
- Get rid of extraneous foliage: Coyotes seek cover in trees and shrubs so try to make sure tall grass is trimmed