I have an asortment of guns but they are not the largest target and i don't want to miss, He could be waiting for me to let my poodle out side.
2006-12-26 10:16:53 · 18 answers · asked by wmf936 5 in Sports ➔ Outdoor Recreation ➔ Hunting
Lot of good advice. My closest neighbor ! !/2 mi. away. I am proficient with all my weapons. Thank you.
2006-12-26 10:31:59 · update #1
When my outside german shep goes to sleep the coyote come in and finishes his sup.
2006-12-26 10:50:33 · update #2
12 guage with the goose loads or your .22.
Be ready for a second shot with either as wild animals tend to run even if you hit them.
I wouldn't want to shoot the .223 if you have neighbors, probably spook the hell outa them, and those rounds travel so far you don't know what they might hit.
PS
What a friendly bunch. Telling this man to let a damn scavenger take his poodle? No wonder folks equate guns with rednecks.
2006-12-26 10:22:14 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 5⤊ 0⤋
I have two small dogs and a bunch of coyotes around here too. I just go out with my dogs when I lket them out at night. I enjoy listening to the coyotes howl and listening to my dogs bark back at em.
Unless everyone in the area goes on an anti-coyote movement, you won't be getting rid of them any time soon. It is like one person in an apartment complex using mouse traps.
If using a shotgun, I would go with #2 shot. 22 will work, but they tend to drop a lot at a distance. A 223 would do the trick. Any rib shot with a 223 would put the dog down.
2006-12-26 12:23:31 · answer #2 · answered by wall_id_pike 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
check with your local game warden to see what the laws allow.
Where i hunt in michigan we can use a centerfire rifle during the daytime but can only use a rimfire or shotgun after dark.
The .223 is probably one of the all time favorites for coyotes.
the 12 gauge will work well also but only at close range. 60 yards or less. Most states will not allow you to use slugs on coyotes. Your stuck with buckshot or turkey loads.
If possible i would use the .223. What are you most proficient with i guess is the question?
2006-12-27 15:16:03 · answer #3 · answered by kingquad22 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Shotguns are great if you are up close. But slugs can be in-accurate at a distance. Most coyotes are skulkers and sneaks. They will attack with out warning if you are not paying attention to them. If they show aggressive behavior and no fear of you I would worry about rabies. But most will try to lure your poodle to them where they can attack it in a pack. I would suggest a .223. It is a flat shooting and accurate round. Most of your shots will be at a distance. Practice with the gun before you use it though. A shotgun would be more a temporary fix as it would be harder to get accurate shot's at a distance. But this is a problem with at best a temporary solution. They are scavengers and will go to where they think food is. They will return.
2006-12-26 11:57:10 · answer #4 · answered by trigeek5 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Beings your neighbors a half a mile away, use the .223 with hollow points. Try to get a direct hit in the vitals. The hollow point with almost disintegrate when it hits so make sure you don't hit bone.
Check out the link below for some info on coyote hunting.
2006-12-26 10:41:01 · answer #5 · answered by MJM 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
All mossberg model 500 shotguns have receivers that will accept 2-3/4" or 3" shotshells. Since both barrels are marked to shoot either length, you can use whichever you prefer. Some shotguns were made that in earlier versions were chambered only for 2-3/4", but the Mossberg 500 is NOT one of them. They have always been chambered for 3" in 12, 20, and .410 models.
2016-05-23 08:54:12 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
12 gauge for close range or the 223 for long range. They can live through the 22 cal if you don't get the vitals or head even with hollow points. The 223 will cause more damage.
2006-12-26 10:21:10 · answer #7 · answered by The Druid 4 · 4⤊ 0⤋
They are usually cautious making for longer shots. I have used a .243 and I think your .223 should be perfect. In some parts these animals have become a real nuisance.
2006-12-26 10:20:33 · answer #8 · answered by Joe Schmo from Kokomo 6 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Cyotes are animals of opertunity, buy a chicken at the store and lay it in your front yard. It will come faster if it smells a little, it will go for easy meat rather than hunt. Wait for it to come for the carcus then either bump fire your .223 if it is semi auto or use a shotgun. Have fun, happy hunting!
2006-12-26 12:00:02 · answer #9 · answered by Colter B 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋
"Animal Control" No luck with them.....Use a .223 or 22-250
2006-12-26 13:27:15 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋