Avoid conducting Aversive Conditioning under circumstances that could reduce the safety of people or coyotes.
Be aware that a study led by Young et al. (2019) has found that dogs reduce the efficacy of Aversive Conditioning. You should therefore consider leaving your dogs at home if possible.
- Leash dogs and monitor for coyote approaches while patrolling. Pick up small dogs if coyotes are observed.
- Leave dogs at home when responding to reports of coyotes.
- Avoid involving children under 12 in aversive conditioning and do not leave them unattended while conducting aversive conditioning on coyotes.
Be aware that a study led by Young et al. (2019) has found that dogs reduce the efficacy of Aversive Conditioning. You should therefore consider leaving your dogs at home if possible.
