The Township of King is aware of recent coyote activity in the Nobleton community, including encounters involving both residents and pets.
To support our response, Vaughan Animal Services has been engaged and is currently gathering information to help inform a safe and effective controlled response plan. We understand these encounters can be unsettling, and we want to assure residents that community safety is our top priority. We thank everyone for their continued vigilance and cooperation.
Nobleton residents are encouraged to report any coyote sightings or interactions to Vaughan Animal Services by email at animal.services@vaughan.ca or by phone at 905-832-2281. In the event of an emergency, call 911. Toronto Wildlife Centre is still available to assist with all other wildlife concerns related to sick, injured, or orphaned wildlife and can be reached at 416-631-0662 or by visiting torontowildlifecentre.com.
The Township of King, in collaboration with Vaughan Animal Services, is also sharing educational resources to help residents reduce the risk of negative interactions with coyotes. More information can be found online at king.ca/wildlife and vaughan.ca/residential/animal-services/coyotes.
Important Reminders
Residents play a key role in helping minimize negative interactions with coyotes:
- Never feed or approach a coyote or any wild animal.
- Feeding of wildlife is the primary cause of animal-human conflict. Directly or unintentionally feeding a wild animal increases their tolerance to people and pets, as they begin to associate humans with food.
- Reconsider bird feeders, as they attract small mammals, which in turn attract larger wildlife like coyotes.
- Supervise pets—do not leave them unattended in yards. Dogs must be leashed during walks. Cats are safest indoors.
- Remove food sources such as household garbage, compost, and bird feeders that attract rodents and vermin—common prey for coyotes.
- Keep outdoor barbecues clean.
- Place waste at the curb only on the morning of collection day (by 7 a.m.).
- Properly dispose of pet waste.
If You Encounter a Coyote
- Stop. Pick up small children and pets.
- Shout loudly, wave your arms, or snap plastic bags to appear larger and more threatening.
- Back away slowly while remaining calm.
- Never run or turn your back on a coyote.