In a heart-stopping turn of events, a Havanese pup in Edmond, Oklahoma, narrowly escaped a perilous attack by two coyotes, thanks to an unexpected hero—the family cat. The breathtaking rescue, which unfolded on December 1, was captured by the family’s outdoor surveillance camera and shared by Lane Dyer, the homeowner, with Fox News Digital.
The incident transpired swiftly. Dyer had just let their small dog, Oakley, out for a moment while attending to other pets indoors. Suddenly, commotion pierced the evening air, prompting Oakley to dart back into the house in a panicked frenzy.
Rushing to Oakley’s aid, Dyer discovered the small dog grievously injured, bleeding profusely from wounds on her chest and side. Amidst the chaos, Dyer’s wife swiftly attended to Oakley’s injuries, applying pressure before rushing her to the emergency vet, bewildered by the sudden turn of events.
In a remarkable twist revealed through security footage, the Dyers were astounded to witness their cat, Binx, fearlessly confronting the two coyotes. Acting without hesitation, Binx charged into the yard, hissing and making a ruckus to defend Oakley from the predators.
Describing Binx’s decisive action, Dyer expressed profound surprise, stating, “Never in a million years would I have expected a cat to do that.”
Binx, a stray cat who found solace in the Dyers’ yard at a tender age, displayed remarkable bravery in protecting Oakley, despite her independent outdoor demeanor. The family, attempting to shelter Binx indoors, found her preference for the elements unwavering as she continued residing in their backyard.
This unprecedented attack marked the first instance of a coyote targeting a pet in their neighborhood, leaving the Dyers stunned by the proximity of such a harrowing encounter.
Fortunately, Oakley underwent swift medical attention, receiving necessary stitches and ultimately making a complete recovery. Reflecting on the terrifying incident, Dyer issued a cautionary message to fellow pet owners, urging vigilance and advising against underestimating coyotes as potential threats, emphasizing their predatory nature, and their propensity to launch sudden attacks on smaller animals.
