The Canadian Press
WHITEHORSE — Wolves have killed two dogs in a Yukon community, prompting the territory’s government to warn residents about letting their pets run free.
Kris Gustafson of Environment Yukon says the first dog was killed Dec. 23 in a community south of Whitehorse and the second on Tuesday.
He says the attacks can happen during any season but most often in the winter when food may be scarce.
Gustafson says investigating officers found tracks indicating a group of three wolves was in the area — a relatively small pack.
Environment Yukon recommends residents refrain from allowing their cats and dogs to run free and suggests dogs be kept on a leash for walks in the bush.
The research and education group known as WildWise Yukon says people should store bird feeders inside at night, clean up spilled seed, keep garbage and meat scraps in a wildlife-resistant shed, and only let pets out unattended in enclosed yards. (Whitehorse Star)