Saw a road runner a couple weeks ago. First time since I was a kid. But there was no coyote chasing it... [emoji1]
I've got similar issues with one neighbor but my other neighbor actually puts food out for the coyotes.I got the Gamo Silent Cat for the same purpose. I haven't gotten a chance to test it out yet, but my neighbor swears by it. He's bagged a few coyotes that way. I'm just afraid to do too much practice shooting in the backyard. The back neighbor has little kids, and even though they're 150+ yards away (obviously I'm not thinking about shooting when they're in the yard), I'm not fond of the idea of accidentally flinging pellets into their yard if I miss my target.
As far as predator lights go you can spend $80-???. I like a green light as it will no spook them, and it makes theirs glow bright, a red light will do the same.
Here are a few options to look up:
Wicked Light
ND5
Coyote Reaper
O2 Beam iProtect (Academy $80)
There are a lot of good options out there, just need to research the one that fits your needs best.
Love blowing up coyotes with my 30-06. Want a 338 lapua to get them at 1000+ yards. I dispatch numerous coyotes in west texas on our deer lease. I am in Southeast texas and if you need any help with them, please ask.
There are certain lures made that are supposed to be attractive to coyotes but not as much to pet dogs. Using smaller traps will often grab a coyote but not a big pet dog.... If you're looking at snares, the ones that do not choke make it so you can release and may be the only legal ones. Location for the set is a factor in many cases. Daily morning check is good and probably the law in many places. Not putting sets where passing people might see a trapped yote is a good idea too.I have the appropriate sized traps and pan covers, but I'd need to get some fresh lure. And then there are the local dogs that wander around from time to time.
Just how would you make a set that would exclude a neighbor's roaming dog?
Nice haul for your BIL there Steve...and the siamese in the pic. is a cute touch.