I typically start with a higher pitched interrogation howl. Like a younger coyote. If I get an answer, I'll wait 1-2 minutes, then go to a distress. Pups in distress in early season, then anything during the rest of the year. I'll only change sounds if I get a hang up. If the dog is sitting out there, acting non-interested, then I'll change it up, lip squeak or change the tone all together. Hang ups could be caused by alot of things, but typically I find they've seen or smelt something they don't like. Or else a broken call, like a screwed up howl or you get a split in your reed or the speakers are crackling or popping.
My best luck has come in late afternoon, at last light, but will call all day. Better luck when it is calm. And I prefer overcast days.
I've found best is to get into areas where they live. This may mean walking a few extra yards to get into those creek bottoms or drainages. And look for rabbit sign. Where's there's rabbits, there's coyotes. Good luck.
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