Bear Spray: An Effective Deterrent against Roaming Coyotes

A public notice in Sault Ste Marie and its surrounding areas was given regarding coyotes roaming the area, and the effectiveness of utilizing bear spray on the animals.

According to the Ministry of Natural Resources, a woman who had been walking her two dogs off the leash along the cross country ski trails in Hiawatha Park came across a coyote. The spotted coyote was subsequently chased into some bushes by her dogs; however one of the dogs did suffer a bite wound.

The Ministry of Natural Resources has advised the public that all dogs should be kept on their leashes at all times. Furthermore, when individuals decide to use the trails it is advised to bring a whistle, while making regular noise to make yourself known to any animals nearby.

Another product to carry is bear spray. This device when employed on bears is very effective and the same results would prove true if the canister was utilized against coyotes. Additionally though before carrying the spraying device on a trail walk, individuals thinking about purchasing the self defense spray will need to know the limitations involved, in addition to how to correctly employ it, as well as where and how to carry it that proves most effective and time efficient when it is required.

Nowadays when a person wants to go for a hike or a walk in an area that is frequented by bears or coyotes, they will carry a form of protection with them. That protection usually comes in the shape of bear spray. This device has quickly become to ideal alternative to preventing an animal attacked compared to killing an animal with a traditional firearm.

However, it’s important that the correct use of these self defense sprays are employed right for effective results to ensue, otherwise not only will you be faced with an animal you didn’t expect, but an angry one at that.

Of course, it’s always a much better option to have some form of protection on you when walking the dogs than none at all. And even though dogs may have the ability to chase of an offending animal, a coyote can always turn around and strike back when it wants.

So by protecting yourself and your dogs with bear spray, you will find yourself in a much better position.