"Most residents don't see many bobcats because the animal is "naturally elusive" and has adapted to avoid humans. However, bobcats do take advantage of the food and shelter that people create, said local officials. Animal control officers said that, like coyotes, raccoons, foxes, and skunks, it is also bobcat mating season, which means bobcats will be active and more likely to be seen walking around."
"The town provided some simple safety practices to avoid confrontation with wildlife: Embrace a healthy human-wildlife coexistence Maintain seasonal and year-round awareness Eliminate outdoor food sources Seal off crawl spaces and egresses under decks, porches, and sheds - ahead of the winter season - and make sure not to trap any animals underneath Cap chimneys Use leashes and closely supervise pets when they are outside. Refrain from directly feeding or approaching wildlife."
Dedham Animal Control received a report of a bobcat walking near Deerpath Road and Route 109 last week. Dedham and neighboring communities have a known bobcat population with a few documented sightings over several years. Most residents do not often see bobcats because the animal is naturally elusive but bobcats sometimes use food and shelter people create. Bobcat mating season has increased activity and sighting likelihood. The town listed safety practices—eliminating outdoor food sources, sealing crawl spaces and egresses, capping chimneys, using leashes and supervising pets, and refraining from feeding or approaching wildlife. Report sick, injured, or aggressive animals to animal control.
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