Coyote

Like a medium-sized dog in appearance. Nose more pointed and tail bushier than most dogs. Larger than the Red Fox and much smaller than Gray Wolf. Tail held down between legs when running. Long, dense fur. Pelt gray or reddish-gray, with rusty legs, feet, and ears. Throat and belly whitish. Measurements from Foresman (2012): Total Length averages 44.5 inches in females and 48 inches in males; Tail Length averages 14 inches in females and 13.7 inches in males; Weight averages 22.0 pounds in females and 28.4 pounds in males.