Reader Elizabeth writes:

[Sunday] morning a dead chihuahua (golden-tan, male ) was in my front yard.  There was barking on the street from a neighbor's dog around 5:30 AM Sunday, and at 6:15 AM. someone rang my front door bell.  When I went to pick up the paper at 7:30 AM,  I discovered the dog.

Dead by misadventure (perhaps a coyote), but not severe (yes, there is damage to the body).  I would guess the family is concerned, and I can give them consolation.  Found in the Calaveras/Almadea area.  My neighbor and I wrapped in up in several layers of bags and it is presently in the neighbor's trash, which will be picked up on Wednesday. 

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