Many of us grew up laughing at Wile E. Coyote’s antics, but in real life, seeing a coyote near your home is no laughing matter — especially if you’re a pet owner. The worry that one might harm your furry family member is enough to keep you on edge.

A few years ago, Meredith Warfel and her family from Arizona had what they believed was their first real-life “coyote” encounter. At least, that’s what it seemed at first glance.

Late one night, a mysterious canine wandered into their yard. In the dim moonlight, its resemblance to a coyote was uncanny. Meredith had no idea that this unexpected visitor would turn out to be something — and someone — completely different.

The Mystery Visitor

The strange canine returned to Meredith’s backyard several nights in a row. One evening, she snapped a p

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