Animal Friends of the Valleys

951-674-0618

www.animalfriendsofthevalleys.com

Although  the Animal  Friends of the Valleys provides animal control and  shelter services to the City  of Temecula, coyote issues are referred to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. 

California Department of Fish and Wildlife

909-484-0167

https://wildlife.ca.gov

California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) does not remove, trap or put to death coyotes that have taken (killed or attacked) pets.  However, when CDFW is notified  about a documented attack on a human by a coyote (and physical contact has occurred), the CDFW will serve as the lead agency in the investigation.  It is recommended  that individuals interested in removing a problem coyote from their neighborhood hire a trained professional.

For more information and tips on what you can do to deter coyotes, please contact the California Department of Fish and Wildlife at www.keepmewild.org  (Inland Deserts Region 909-484-0167).