Camas
is unique, in that we share Animal Control Officers
with the neighboring city of Washougal, Washington.
Rick Foster and Bryan Caine handle calls from
rounding up stray cattle to locating lost exotic
birds. They also help explain the importance of
proper care and supervision of pets to new pet
owners. They are certainly much more than "dog
catchers".
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Living
with Wildlife
As
Camas continues to grow we find ourselves sharing
space with coyotes. The public needs to be informed
about simple steps to help us coexist.
If
you notice an unusual amount of activity in your
backyard it could be because of the presence of
a food source. This can be as simple as food and
water dishes left outside, bird seed that has
built up under feeders and fruit that has fallen
from fruit trees.
Most coyotes are extremely wary. You will most likely
spot a coyote during the hours just after sunset
and before sunrise. Coyotes are timid animals and
will generally run away if confronted. Remember:
any wild animal will protect itself or its young.
If a coyote approaches wave your arms, throw stones
and shout. Make yourself appear larger. Stand tall
if sitting or step on a rock.
To date there have been no documented coyote
attacks on humans in Washington State. Washington
Department of Fish and Wildlife reports an estimated
50,000 coyotes in the state.
There are great resources available in books
and on the Internet:
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Call
911 to report criminal activity
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