Coyote Trapping & Coyote Removal

When a coyote becomes a nuisance

A coyote becomes a nuisance when it loses its fear of people and keeps coming back. Coyotes are common near open space in San Mateo County, and most never cause trouble.

Signs of a nuisance coyote include repeated visits to the yard in daylight, following people or pets, and going after chickens, small livestock or pets.

Coyote trapping and removal

Our coyote trapping is humane, licensed (CA Trapper License TP-10631) and done under California rules for wildlife. Rules for trapping and handling coyotes are set by the state, which is why this work belongs with a licensed trapper.

We'll assess the situation first and explain the options for your property.

Keeping pets safe while coyotes are around

Pets are safest when they're supervised and kept in at night:

• Keep cats and small dogs indoors at dawn, dusk and night.
• Walk dogs on a short leash near open space.
• Keep chickens and small animals in a secure, covered enclosure.

Making your property less attractive to coyotes

Coyotes come for food, so removing food sources is the best prevention:

• Bring pet food and water bowls inside.
• Keep trash in cans with secure lids.
• Pick up fallen fruit and clean up under bird feeders.
• Deal with rodents: they draw coyotes in. See rodent control.