Vellines described her encounter with a coyote as shocking, having heard about increased coyote activity near Crissy Field, but never expecting it to directly affect her. "Within two minutes of him jumping out of the car, a coyote came out of the bushes, went for the neck, tapped back because of the collar," she recounted. This experience led to her heightened awareness about coyote dangers while dog walking.
The dangerous reality of coyote encounters was starkly illustrated when Vellines experienced a second attack, which left her traumatized. "I tripped, I was on the ground. The coyote started circling me. I’m screaming and yelling for help and covering Willie," she exclaimed, demonstrating the fear and panic that such encounters can evoke in pet owners.
In light of the rising danger, organizations like the Golden Gate National Recreation Area are responding by putting up warning signs and advising pet owners to remain vigilant. A representative mentioned that at least three dogs have been killed in coyote attacks in just ten days, prompting commercial dog walkers to enforce strict safety measures, stating, "You have to buy these vests, otherwise I'm not going to take your dog."
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