Rat ————-. After all, how often do you see a coyote or an eagle? Skunk ————- 10. Coyotes typically hunt for small critters, such as rabbits, mice and voles, but if given the opportunity they will happily make a meal out of a cat or small dog. Karen Nichols All rights reserved. They usually prefer to eat smaller animals but have been known to eat house cats, particularly if they are young or in a condition that doesn't allow the cat an easy escape. There are many benefits to keeping her inside: she'll be healthier because she won't be vulnerable to parasites and disease or at risk for being hit by a car; she won't annoy neighbors who dislike her prowling in their yards; it will help minimize fleas and keep her from getting into fights with other cats, which can lead to injury. CS Monitor: Outdoor Cats Are Easy Prey for Coyotes, Humane Society: Coyotes, Pets, and Feral Cats, Show Cats Online: Birds of Prey vs. In addition to the usual suspects–snakes, coyotes and raccoons–VPI received claims for pet injuries caused by a squirrel, scorpion, javelina, porcupine, ground hog, skunk, rat, goat, beaver, woodchuck, black bear, mountain lion, hawk, rabbit, sea urchin, and jellyfish. Stay informed! However, even though Tabby may have sharp claws to defend herself, there are many animals that present a potential danger to her when she's outside. | Coyotes can be deadly, and they're especially known for killing domestic dogs and cats. Twice I saw this bird attack a cat. Always make sure that a pet’s rabies vaccine is up to date and if you know that potentially dangerous wild animals are present, or you’re in an unfamiliar area, take extra care to keep your pet close and secure.”. Javelinas, or peccaries, are feral pig-like omnivores native to the southwestern United States. Although many cats and dogs live in harmony, there are dogs with strong prey drives who will attack and kill a cat if given the chance. It's stimulating, they enjoy the fresh air and they get to exercise their natural predatory instincts. Scorpion ————- 6. Both times the bird was in a tree, and the cat was walking near the tree. Snake ————- 2. Cats enjoy basking in the sun and watching the activity outside can help her pass the time as she normally would outside. Coyotes hunt using their olfactory senses and keen eyesight. Individuals will prey upon smaller animals, such as squirrels, rodents, birds, and even domestic cats. Wild animal attacks typically result in pet insurance claims for treatment of lacerations, bite wounds, puncture, and soft tissue trauma. Treatment protocols vary depending on the severity of the attack and costs can range from hundreds of dollars for bandages or stitches to thousands of dollars for surgery for damaged organs or broken limbs. Coyotes will hunt in pairs or packs to take down larger prey, such as deer. It's stimulating, they enjoy the fresh air and they get to exercise their natural predatory instincts. Note that the survey only covers bite wounds. It can be difficult for a large bird to fly with more than a few pounds in its talons, but cats can be seriously injured by being dropped from great distances or from wounds from the birds' sharp talons. Though they are cute to look at, it's best to remember that raccoons are wild animals. She'll appreciate a spot near a window. The important thing is to be patient and give her time to adjust to her new life inside, where she'll be safe from adversaries. An additional benefit is that your neighbors who enjoy songbirds and dislike Tabby's hunting habits will appreciate that she's not killing birds. Anyone else ever see this As an opportunistic predator, a coyote will generally prey upon whatever it comes … Small cats and kittens. I'm not sure what type of bird it is, but I think it's a female blue jay. However, even though Tabby may have sharp claws to defend herself, there are many animals that present a potential danger to her when she's outside. “Whether in urban or rural areas, pet owners should be aware of the danger posed by wild animals,” said Dr. Carol McConnell, vice president and chief veterinary medical officer for VPI. Birds of prey are meat eaters and usually eat other birds and smaller animals, such as chipmunks, mice, skunks and raccoons. For a detailed account of a javelina attack on a VPI-insured pet, visit http://press.petinsurance.com/pressroom/267.aspx. Jul 26th 2009. Most cats enjoy going outdoors. Raccoon ————- 4. Ground Hog ————- 9.