The information in this letter is intended for the benefit and education of animal rights groups, particularly those who lobby for the protection of coyotes.
In June, a newborn calf on our farm was attacked by a coyote. It grabbed the calf by the tail, gave it a very severe yank, tore off most of the tail, ripped out the rectum and a portion of the skin in that area.
The tail was nearly ripped off the vertebrae (backbone). Needless to say we were forced to put the calf down due to its severe injuries.
This is a very common way for coyotes to attack a young calf. It usually immobilizes the calf due to destroyed nerves at the tail head. A year ago we found a calf partially eaten, but still alive.
Why do animal rights groups lobby for the protection of coyotes? I believe they are ignorant of the terrible torture and suffering coyotes impose on my calves.
George Hickie,Waldron, Sask.
