Over the past several years, numerous people in Dolores Heights have seen a female coyote who frequents the area and Dolores Park.  Some (especially those with small dogs and cats) are concerned about coyotes.   

For the last 16 years, Janet Kessler has been documenting the San Francisco coyote population, their territoriality, and their behaviors, including their family life and behaviors towards dogs and people.  She emailed DHIC suggesting that we provide more education about the coyotes to dispel concerns and/or give people a solid base of information.  She posted this information on her blog.  We encourage you to read it.  

(Coyote spotted on the south side of Liberty, Street, between Church and Sanchez. Photo: Jennifer Bury.)