MOUNT WASHINGTON, Pa. — A small dog was attacked by a coyote Monday on Mount Washington.
The attack happened along William Street in a private backyard while the dog, a Jack Russell terrier, was outside.
Pittsburgh Animal Care & Control alerted the public to the attack on Thursday.
“It’s typical for coyotes to go after small dogs/cats when there are no people around and to be easily scared away by people with loud noises and arm waving—which was the case in this situation when the dog’s owners went into the backyard after hearing the attack,” Pittsburgh Public Information Officer Emily Bourne said.
The Jack Russell suffered face injuries but is expected to recover.
Public safety officials issued a reminder to not leave pet food or unsecured garbage outside since removing food sources is the most effective way to keep coyotes away.
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