This pic was taken on my trail cam over a fresh mineral site. The minerals stretch out in a 4' x 4' circle. This was taken in Northern Wisconsin in the Cheq Natl Forest. I'm pretty sure I have this one figured out. Note: There are no domestic dogs anywhere near this area.........
I'd still like to see a photo of a deer to get a size reference. The more I look at it the less I think it's a yote or wolf. Hair seems too short, seems to be lacking color variation in it's coat, etc... I certainly could be wrong though...
At this time of the year... I would go with wolf without its winter coat. The picture is of poor quality, however can see a little of the color variation in its coat by the neck.