Coydogs were deliberately bred in Pre-Columbian Mexico, where coyotes were held in high regard. In the city of Teotihuacan, it was common practice to crossbreed coyotes and Mexican wolves with dogs in order to breed resistant, loyal but temperamental, good guardians.

Is a coydog the same as a coyote?

A coydog is a hybrid of a wild coyote and a domestic dog and, though fairly rare, these hybrids can be quite interesting. Hybridization can occur in any place coyotes and domestic dogs come into contact. ... Generally, they tend to have shorter legs than coyotes and either shaggier or shorter hair.

What do you feed a coydog?

Coydogs require a proper diet with all the necessary nutrients for a highly active dog. Some people feed them raw meat, bones, and other natural foods.