We have been hearing the coyotes howl and yelp a lot in the evenings, so we knew they were out and about. But we actually say our first one of the season today. He was very bold and was out hunting in the middle of the day. Usually, they are more likely to come out at dusk or in the evenings. At first, he was right at our fence, then started wondering around the top of the first lake. Our dogs, Lucie and Vinnie, scared him away, which was a good thing too. He was on the prowl for the goslings that were out enjoying the day with their parents. Lucie and Vinnie came to their rescue and were the heroes of the day, by loudly barking, which eventually made him change his plans. Sadly, I did not get the camera in time to catch him. But I am pretty certain there will be plenty more opportunities in the near future.
Most animals, and people, will definitely think twice before attacking when the guardians and protectors are much larger and stronger than the attackers. This was certainly the case with our coyote attacker. Lucie and Vinnie are each 140 lbs. It was definitely a wise decision for the coyote to turn the other way and to rethink his plans for the day.
The Guardians – Lucie
Vinnie
Thanks to the guardians, the goslings live to see another day.
‘Tis the season for wildlife to be about and about, and it’s not only the cute ducklings and goslings or baby bunnies. The predators are out too. So be aware and be cautious. So even more so than normal, stay safe and stay well Everyone. ‘Til next time.
A Jeanne in the Kitchen 
Good dogs, your goslings are so cute. I dare not ask about their future 😉 Well written post too 😀
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Thank you. I know it is all the cycle of life, but that doesn’t mean I really want to see it happen either. 🙂
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Yes, brought up on a farm I know what you mean😀
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Yes, you certainly would know. 🙂
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A noise maker sounds like a good idea!
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Definitely. Fortunately for us, we have two very big noise makers. 🙂
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I have one, but he’s really Mr. Wimpy!
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I bet it still does the trick . 🙂
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Them two are great to have on your side. They are so loyal.
Years ago a full blooded German Shepherd was coming in our yard in a bee line straight to Jennifer…our Saint (around 170) at the time bust down the chain length gate and grabbed the Shepherd by the neck and flipped him over…he was stunned and ran away…never came back…but so gentle to our then 3 year old.
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They are the best, aren’t they?! Fortunate for Jennifer that your Saint was there to protect her too. That could have been very scary and bad if your Saint was not there.
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Those babies are lucky to have two such wonderful protectors.
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We think so too. 🙂
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These fluffballs are too cute.
We hoped the gator wouldn’t eat the new batch of ducklings but it appears that people are feeding the gator so it has no issue coming around…*sigh*
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Why do people do that? Do people not realize thee are wild animals? Feeding them creates a whole host of problems. ARRRRGGGGHHHHH!!!!!
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Yup… People…
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I totally agree!
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Oh, and please keep your dogs safe. We don’t want them to get in trouble with the coyote. Any scratch can turn deadly.
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Thank you. They are in the house most of the time. This is only the second time the coyotes have come that close to Lucie and Vinnie and both times, the coyotes turned and quickly ran the other direction.
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