Families in the Colorado town of Erie are calling for town officials to take action over an increase in coyote and possible mountain lion attacks, including deadly ones, on pets — sometimes in the families’ own backyards.
Everybody who met Sage loved her. Neighbors knew her well. For Erica Carrico and her two children, the mini Australian shepherd was family.
“She was just full of so much love and kisses,” Carrico said.
“She was so happy, and she took care of us,” she continued. “She was my kids’ emotional support dog. She got them through some really challenging times. She was like my third child. Literally part of our family.”…