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A sick or injured coyote that is not able to forage on wild foods as efficiently, or a young one that has not learned to hunt effectively, may also sniff out food sources provided by humans.

A sick or injured coyote, or a young pup that hasn’t learned to forge effectively may also sniff our food sources provided by humans. However, Kentucky Fish and Wildlife advises against feeding ...