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Garden Grove vs Irvine

How do coyote management rules compare between Garden Grove, CA and Irvine, CA?

Garden Grove and Irvine have similar restriction levels.

Garden Grove, CA

Orange County

Some Restrictions

Orange County encourages residents to haze coyotes, secure attractants, and report aggressive encounters under a coordinated management plan run with OC Animal Care, OC Parks, and California Department of Fish and Wildlife.

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Irvine, CA

Orange County

Some Restrictions

Orange County encourages residents to haze coyotes, secure attractants, and report aggressive encounters under a coordinated management plan run with OC Animal Care, OC Parks, and California Department of Fish and Wildlife.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactGarden GroveIrvine
County policyHaze, do not trapHaze, do not trap
ReportingOC Animal Care or CDFWOC Animal Care or CDFW
FeedingProhibited countywideProhibited countywide
Aggressive coyotesTargeted removal possibleTargeted removal possible

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Garden Grove FAQ

What should I do if a coyote enters my yard?

Make loud noise, wave arms, throw small objects toward but not at the coyote, and remove attractants like pet food, water bowls, and unsecured trash.

Can I shoot a coyote that attacks my pet?

Discharging firearms in unincorporated OC requires legal grounds and may be restricted; contact CDFW for a depredation permit and Sheriff for emergencies.

Irvine FAQ

What should I do if a coyote enters my yard?

Make loud noise, wave arms, throw small objects toward but not at the coyote, and remove attractants like pet food, water bowls, and unsecured trash.

Can I shoot a coyote that attacks my pet?

Discharging firearms in unincorporated OC requires legal grounds and may be restricted; contact CDFW for a depredation permit and Sheriff for emergencies.

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