The City of Burlington is alerting residents and pet owners to be vigilant of coyotes in the area.

Several sightings of adult coyotes and pups were reported in Paletta Lakefront Park and as a result, the city has decided to install barricades and post signs along the park warning pet owners.

“Coyotes are very intelligent animals that actually prefer to avoid humans,” said Dave Lake, supervisor of animal control, in a press release.

“As they travel with their pups, they may put on warning displays if they feel threatened. For your own sense of safety, we urge residents to be aware and to follow the safety tips we suggest when walking in city parks located close to ravines or wooded areas.”