Don't know where Sand County is but most metropolitan areas (cities) are loaded with coyotes and other wildlife that has adapted to us. I live in a 35 year old house and subdivision. I see about one a month. I don't consider them a problem even at my land 70 miles away. No chickens here but kittens don't stand much of a chance unless kept in at night. I tend to like coyotes more than cats anyway.

Actually, in the country, I have more problems with neighbors dogs than I do coyotes. I've taken care of that problem several times.

I figure that if life on Earth ever gets wiped out there will be a couple of species that survive. Coyotes and coons will be the survivors.

It's not about the fish. It's about the pond. Take care of the pond and the fish will be fine. PB subscriber since before it was in color.

Without a sense of urgency, Nothing ever gets done.

Boy, if I say "sic em", you'd better look for something to bite. Sam Shelley Rancher and Farmer Muleshoe Texas 1892-1985 RIP