Coyote Advisory

Coyote Advisory

(Westport, CT) Westport Animal Control was notified of a coyote incident that occurred on Roseville Road in the area of Joanne Circle on 05/27/25 at approximately 10:00 p.m. A resident went outside with their dog and, unbeknownst to them, a coyote was standing near the wood line. The coyote approached and lunged at the dog, but the resident was able to run back inside before the dog and the coyote engaged with each other.

To protect your family pets, take the following measures: • Supervise your pets while they are out in the yard. • While out at night with your pets, carry a powerful flashlight and keep tabs on your surroundings. • Coyotes can be successfully hazed or driven away using noise (high-decibel whistle or air horn) or thrown objects (balls, sticks, rocks