And right after it happens I would calmly enjoy a cup of Coffee Instant Type 1 and a vintage smoke.
As for you guy's experience with them, I remember yours Elandil it routed you guys outta there early and you had to do the 2nd part of that review back at home. At night time and especially without adequate lighting, those coyotes would be hard to target - and it could get dangerous!
As for your situation Ratattoo, I'll bet it was the latter - you know, my dog Scooter is a Chihuahua and he can get pretty mean - especially when he wants some Freeze Dried Pork Patty from a Vintage MRE!

He's actually a sweet little feller - got him laying on my lap now and he's always on alert waiting to let his dad know when someone is at the door.
