The Redding Police Department received a report yesterday of two coyotes that seemed to be following a resident and their pet while walking the Saugatuck Trail near the Pootatuck Archery area off Diamond Hill. The state Department of Energy and Environmental Protection has been notified.  DEEP suggests always walking dogs on a leash to keep them safe.  If approached by a coyote, keep the dog under control and calmly leave the area. DEEP says people should not run or turn their backs though as coyotes are territorial and many reports of bold coyotes visiting yards, howling, or threatening larger dogs can often be attributed to this territorial behavior.  DEEP says people can attempt to frighten away coyotes by making loud noises and acting aggressively such as waving arms, throwing sticks, or spraying a hose.