QUESTION:

Could a coyote carry off a 35 lb. Corgi? Can a coyote jump a 5 foot fence?

ANSWER:

Greetings Marilyn,

I'm certainly more familiar with domestic dogs than coyotes, but I certainly believe a coyote could jump a 5 foot fence. Although their general adult size is 25 to 30 pounds and they are known to sometimes kill domestic sheep and poultry, I'm not sure they could carry off a 35 pound Corgi.

I am limited in my knowledge of coyotes. Here are two resources that might help provide broader information on them:

Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (info@dnr.state.mn.us) P: 651 -296 6157 or 888-646-6367

Wildlife Service Center (www.wildlifeservicecenter.org)
5463 W Broadway
Forest Lake, MN 55025
P: 651-464-3993

Thank you and have a great day!

"The Chuck"
Chuck & Don's Pet Food Outlet

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