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Old 11-05-2021, 08:11 AM
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DO NOT use the authorized dealers for mobile/cell service around here. Make sure you are going to a corporate store, or deal with them directly through the corp website/phone line.

Keep your pets close, especially around the outskirts and in the newer areas because there are coyotes, bobcats, alligators etc. Our dog (25-30 pounds) was attacked and spent 3 days in the animal hospital. The coyotes are killing machines but they are not a danger to people unless rabid. They will scurry off when they see a person. They are extremely cunning, I've seen a video of one acting like it wanted to play with the dog, and then it went in for the kill after gaining the dog's trust... it was shocking. Do remember that this was the wildlife's home first, we are intruders. The development happens FAST here and it's a real shock to the wildlife that has little time to adapt to the changes. Don't put out traps, etc just be smart, extra cautious dusk - dawn.