Neighbors along Farmingham Road got an unexpected wildlife alert on Tuesday after Harris County Precinct 4 deputies spotted an adult coyote and at least one pup holed up in a wooded patch near the 8100 block by Pinehurst Trail. The sighting was close enough to homes and a nearby trail that it triggered a safety notice for residents and regular walkers.
According to a post on Facebook, deputies responding to the 8100 block of Farmingham Road near Pinehurst Trail saw the adult coyote and at least one pup tucked into brush near nearby residences. The notice urged neighbors to use caution, keep pets secured, and avoid approaching or feeding wildlife.
Public dispatch recordings compiled by CrimeRadar captured an April 23 call that mentioned “aggressive coyotes” near Farmingham Road and Pinehurst Trail, suggesting the same corridor has drawn multiple reports in recent weeks. CrimeRadar notes that its transcripts are AI-generated and are not an official report, but that earlier call lines up with the Precinct 4 warning that neighbors should stay alert to wildlife in the area.
How to protect pets and yards
According to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, coyotes are common across Texas and are more likely to hang around if they find easy food or shelter close to homes. TPWD recommends keeping small pets indoors or under close watch, especially at dawn and dusk, locking down garbage and pet food, clearing away fallen fruit, and never intentionally feeding wildlife. Adults can also act more defensive around den sites in the spring when pups are present.
Where to report sightings
Precinct 4 asked neighbors to keep an eye on its social channels for updates and pointed to its mobile app for alerts. The constable’s official site lists a 24-hour dispatch line for immediate concerns.
For non-emergency animal issues, Harris County Veterinary Public Health and Animal Services offers resources and reporting tools for animal bites and for stray or aggressive animals.
If you run into a coyote that looks sick or unusually bold, officials say do not approach it and keep people and pets at a safe distance. Call Precinct 4’s dispatch or your local animal-control agency so trained responders can handle it. Pet owners whose animals are injured are advised to seek veterinary care and report the incident to county authorities.
