Baby coyotes, called pups, are small and fluffy. At birth, they are about the size of a house cat. They have soft, dense fur that is usually gray, brown, or reddish-brown, sometimes with black markings on the legs and tail.
Pups are born blind and deaf. Their eyes open around 10 to 14 days after birth. Their ears start small and folded, and they have short, blunt muzzles with fluffy tails.
They are playful and curious, often tumbling and chasing each other near the den. They rely on their mother for milk and warmth and begin exploring outside the den at around three weeks old, learning to hunt and survive from their parents.
If you ever see a baby coyote, keep your distance. They may look adorable, but they are wild animals and can be dangerous if approached.