Coyote Attacks French Bulldog in Pinecrest Backyard, Owner Recounts Frightening Encounter

Frightening Backyard Attack

• ⚠️ A Pinecrest family is sharing their story after their French bulldog, Lola, was viciously attacked by a coyote in their own backyard.
• 😨 The terrifying incident was captured on home surveillance cameras, showing the beloved French bulldog blindsided by the wild animal.

Owner's Traumatic Experience

• 😥 The dog's owner described being traumatized by the event, experiencing nightmares and finding her dog trembling and bleeding.
• 👂 The owner heard Lola screaming, initially mistaking the situation for play before realizing the severity of the attack.

Lola's Injuries and Recovery

• 🩹 Lola was rushed to the vet immediately and sustained painful gash wounds from the coyote attack.
• 💉 She had received her rabies vaccine in August and is now on antibiotics, requiring 10 days of close care.

Wildlife Agency Response and Prevention

• 📝 The incident was reported to the FWC, who stated that coyotes can prey on small pets when opportunities arise.
• 🏡 The FWC advises that fences should be high enough to deter coyotes and checked at the bottom to prevent them from crawling underneath.
• 😟 Despite Lola's close call and preventative measures, the family and neighbors remain worried about future dangerous encounters with wildlife.