In reality this could not be farther from the truth. In actuality the coyote is one of natures most cunning and clever predators. And thief he is, steeling our small precious pets right out of our yard. I know a great deal about the behavior of cats.
Cats stay where they are loved, feed, and feel at comfort.
It is not likely that a cat will leave a home unless they choose to run away because of the home environment or they are taken away by an urban predator. Note that the rear paw tracks are smaller than the front. The front paw pad resembles a frown while the rear pad appears often as a pursed, lip imprint. On a trail you will find the front and rear paw track quite close or even overlaid, giving the appearance of a two legged animal. The prints are about 11 to 16 inches apart depending upon the size of the animal and their speed of travel.