A coydog is the hybrid offspring of a male coyote and a female dog. Together they are genetically capable of producing fertile young. The dogote, a similar hybrid, is the result of breeding a male domestic dog with a female coyote. Where the cross-breeding of animals is concerned, the father's species gives the first part of the offspring's name. The coyote social structure is somewhat different from the domestic canine, and, quite frankly, coyotes would rather eat a dog than befriend one. They usually have very piercing eyes and are found quick to bite in fearful situations. These animals do not bark they make a yap sound which the coyote makes. They eat small animals such as rabbits, squirrels, cats and small dogs.
