CCTV Captures Coyote Attacking 14-Year-Old Deaf Puggle, But There's a Twist

A senior deaf dog's close encounter after a coyote attacked her in the backyard quickly went viral on TikTok.

The 14-year-old puggle—part pug and part beagle—named Bailey was walking around her fenced-in backyard at night when the security camera captured a coyote hopping over the 6-foot wall. In one swift movement, this wild animal was in the yard and went after the puggle. However, this senior pup stood her ground.

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A TikTok video posted by user @jessi_lyn05 on April 24 showed how the incident unfolded. The two animals were at it for a few seconds when suddenly the coyote retreated. The puggle waltzed back toward the house as she surprisingly defended herself.

The video's caption reads: "Bailey is one tough girl! Please keep an eye on your furry friends."

In a follow-up clip the next day, @jessi_lyn05 wrote that the attack occurred at her mom's house. Bailey went outside around 9 p.m. through the doggy door to go to the bathroom, a routine she'd done a thousand times before.

Fortunately, Bailey is safe and sound. She went to the veterinarian where she received a rabies shot and antibiotics. The TikTok user's mother is now looking into special coyote vests for Bailey to wear while outside and to put rollers on top of the wall to prevent animals from climbing over. Plus, she'll be keeping a closer eye on Bailey.

Newsweek reached out to @jessi_lyn05 via TikTok and a message request on her website for additional information.

TikTok Users React

The close encounter currently has 2 million views and 152,200 likes on TikTok as viewers couldn't believe how the little dog stood her ground.

"We love a strong and independent queen," commented one user.

Another pointed out: "She walked away like such a badass too."

A third wrote: "Tiny bit mighty!"

Keeping Dogs Safe From Coyotes

Coyotes can lurk in several areas across North America from dense cities to wooded neighborhoods. And while they aren't typically known to attack humans and larger dogs, it, unfortunately, can happen. These wild animals can often go for cats and small dogs.

Coyotes can infiltrate a fenced backyard in the blink of an eye, as seen in the TikTok video. Preventive Vet shared in a 2023 article on its website the following tips to help deter coyotes from entering your yard:

• Do not keep food outside and never intentionally feed a coyote
• Secure trash, recycling, and compost bins,
• Clean grills after use
• Pick up after your dog promptly since the smell can attract coyotes
• Keep cats indoors or at least inside during dark hours.
• Do not leave dogs tied up outside, especially small dogs
• Be extra cautious if you or any neighbors have backyard chickens as coyotes will be attracted to them and the chicken feed
• Pick any low-hanging fruit or throw away the fallen ones

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