Nova Scotia’s Department of Natural Resources Euthanizes Coyote at Spryfield Shopping Centre

A coyote that was displaying abnormal behavior at the Spryfield Shopping Centre in Nova Scotia has been euthanized by the Department of Natural Resources. The decision was made after concerns were raised about the animal posing a threat to public safety.

According to Patricia Jreige, a spokesperson for the department, staff responded to reports of the coyote running into windows and chasing people at the shopping centre. The behavior raised concerns that the animal may be injured or suffering from a neurological disease.

“Considering the behavior could be associated with a neurological disease, the decision was made to humanely euthanize the coyote,” Jreige stated in an email on Tuesday.

Neurological diseases in wildlife can result in concerning behaviors that pose a risk to public safety. In some cases, these diseases can also be transmitted to people, pets, or other wild animals. To prevent any potential spread of disease, trained staff placed the coyote under anesthesia for safe transportation to a more suitable location for euthanasia.

The euthanized coyote will be submitted to the Canadian Wildlife Health Cooperative for further testing. This network is dedicated to studying and promoting wildlife health, and their analysis will help determine the cause of the coyote’s abnormal behavior.

By taking swift action to address the threat posed by the coyote, the Department of Natural Resources has prioritized public safety and the well-being of both humans and wildlife in the area. Residents of the Spryfield community can rest assured knowing that measures have been taken to mitigate any potential risks associated with the euthanized coyote.