Warnings Issued as Summer Coyote Pup Season Increases Local SightingsSummer in Texas marks the peak of coyote pup season, prompting animal health professionals to urge local pet owners to exercise extra caution. With young coyotes maturing throughout the warmer months, increased foraging behavior is leading to more frequent interactions between urban wildlife and Texas residents. Safety Tips to Coyote Proof Your HomeLike any animal, coyotes are gonna do what coyotes wanna do, but you can make your house and land less attractive to them. Adjust Feeding Practices: Avoid leaving pet food outside overnight. As more calls come in about coyote sitings, remember that local officials are not in the coyote trapping business.