Raccoons are present in so many different countries and continue to thrive where other animals are challenged to do so, mostly because they rank among nature’s most extreme survivalists. Given the effort that the animals put into defeating the odds stacked against them we should really opt for humane raccoon removal when we face raccoon… Continue reading
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Bats in Milwaukee: Learning More About These Animals
When people think of bats, they imagine them in big caves or forests. However, bats are becoming a common problem in the metropolitan areas of Wisconsin. People have reported them in all types of buildings from homes to offices, even industrial buildings. While these mammals play a vital role in the ecosystem, it is never… Continue reading
Removing Raccoons From Your Home in Winter
As winter takes hold, it’s not just people who look for warm, comfy places to seek shelter in, so do many small animals. Raccoons are among those looking for a suitable place to den. Contrary to popular belief, these masked bandits don’t hibernate in the winter, but they do look for a good place to… Continue reading
Raccoons Seek Shelter in Empty Buildings During Winter
Raccoons are known worldwide for their uncanny behaviour as well as the destruction they can cause when they get loose in human territory. Once you live in an area that serves as a habitat for these animals, you are sure to have run-ins with them. The roof of your home is one of the areas… Continue reading
Keeping Mice Problems in the Garage Under Control
Mice just love the garages. They even seem to be naturally attracted to them. And it’s no wonder – garages offer a warm shelter and are pretty easy to enter. Garages are often unfinished and not so well protected against animals of any kind. But this situation is particularly suitable for the mice because they… Continue reading
Skedaddles 3 Steps to Properly Remove Raccoons From a Home
Raccoons sometimes referred to as masked bandits because of their distinctive facial markings, are fascinating animals. They are admired by many for their intelligence and ingenuity but these traits also get them into endless trouble and can make them highly destructive animals. Raccoons are well adapted to living in urban environments and often make dens… Continue reading
Surprising Facts About Bats in Winter From the Experts
We have them to thank for much of the lush greenery that we enjoy as they fly over the land depositing seeds that germinate into plant life. They keep the insect population in check as each bat consumes up to half its body weight in insects daily. And yet they receive the brunt of the… Continue reading
Learn More About Raccoons in Milwaukee
Raccoons and humans have been sharing urban areas more and more these days due to rapid development. But while most animals would not fare so well in the presence of people, raccoons have surprisingly thrived in these conditions. We are taking a closer look at raccoons and for residents of Milwaukee, raccoon removal information from… Continue reading
The Dangers of DIY Wildlife Control
Most urban dwelling wildlife is cunning, clever and well adapted to living amongst humans. They have mastered the art of breaking and entering, and know just how to sneak into your home to find food and shelter. Keeping these unwanted guests out of your North York home requires diligence, determination and an effective humane wildlife… Continue reading
Want to Know If Your Chimney Is Safe From Birds? Wildlife Control Experts Can Help
Chimneys are dormant for most of the year but when winter comes around they come to life, providing warmth for the entire family. But as you prepare to cozy up with your loved ones and enjoy a relaxing winter evening, something terrible may be in store. We’re talking about the birds who often take up… Continue reading
Removing Raccoons From the Chimney in Winter
Are you hearing strange rattling and scratching noises coming from your chimney? If so, you’ll notice that this happens during the winter season when some animals are searching for a cozy space to call their own. If the noises remind you of somebody fighting, then you probably have raccoons in your chimney, and that requires… Continue reading
What Are Bats Doing in Winter?
Bats are not active in the winter, they are not flying around and they are not feeding on insects because they cannot survive the harsh Canadian winter outdoors. When the weather turns cold this is just the start of potential bat infestations on your property . Bats look for access into a nice cozy spot,… Continue reading
The Difference Between Red and Grey Squirrels
Successful squirrel identification and removal techniques are an important part of a wildlife control experts job. To the untrained eye it may be difficult to distinguish between different types of squirrels as in Canada there are 22 squirrel species. Two species that often need to be distinguished are the red and grey squirrels due to… Continue reading
Skedaddle Milwaukee: What Skunks Are Up to in Winter
Skunks are shy, nocturnal creatures, so you may not spot them often most months of the year, but skunks in the winter are even more elusive. In the coldest months of the year, they hole up in a comfortable, warm den and spend much of their time conserving energy. Do skunks hibernate? Not quite. They… Continue reading
Wildlife Prevention Tips: Keeping Squirrels Out of Your Home this Winter
There are few things cuter than a little squirrel sitting at the base of a tree eating a nut in summer. But what do they do when the weather turns cold? Squirrels are part of a large and varied family and are found throughout the world, from deserts to rainforests and everywhere in between. There… Continue reading
Winter Storms May Create an Entrance Into Your Home for Wildlife
As the year comes closer to an end we all know what to expect when it comes to Canadian winter weather. Once the leaves start falling off the trees the freezing temperatures bring snow and cold winds. What many of us don’t realize is that we should be made aware of potential den sites in… Continue reading
What Mice Are Doing This Winter in Milwaukee
We all know the stereotype of a screaming woman when she sees a mouse. What is there to be afraid of? It’s just a tiny little mouse. However, these rodents are not a laughable matter and the more you find out about them the easier it is to understand why you need to have them… Continue reading
Winter in Durham: Do Raccoons Hibernate?
If you live in or near an active raccoon habitat, chances are you’ve had more than your fair share of raccoon menaces. Nature’s naturally outfitted bandits are true to their name, and if you’ve ever had to deal with them during the winter when you expect most animals to be laying low, you know exactly… Continue reading
How Do Mice Squeeze Into Small Holes?
If you’ve ever dealt with a mice infestation or spoken to someone who has, you’ll likely ask yourself the question “How do mice squeeze into such small holes?” Many homeowners are baffled when they discover a mice infestation as they thought their property was unbreachable. But mice are cunning and tenacious, with biology on their… Continue reading
White-nose Syndrome: A Good Reason to Invest in Bat Control
Canada’s bats are facing a formidable foe in the form of an aggressive disease known as White Nose Syndrome. This ailment attacks the flying mammals when they are in hibernation and has drastically reduced the bat population of North America. By using humane methods for bat control, Whitby residents can play their part in ensuring… Continue reading
How Skunks Survive the Cold Milwaukee Winters
The only thing worse than a skunk in your backyard is a skunk in your Milwaukee house, and that is something you want to avoid at all costs. Don’t be fooled into thinking that skunks are only a problem in the summer. Contrary to popular opinion, they don’t hibernate and you need to be on… Continue reading
Keeping Raccoons Out! Preparing Your Home for Winter
As winter comes around you want to be able to cozy up with family and friends. You most certainly don’t want to be sharing your home with wildlife critters such as raccoons, right? If you find yourself sharing your space with one of these animals, you’ll need to get animal control raccoon removal services to… Continue reading
The Advantages of Humane Wildlife Control
When your North York home has been invaded by wildlife, the first natural reaction by most people would be to get rid of them. Very few will stop to think about the welfare of the animals themselves. But we should. Why? Well first of all because the planet is shared by all animals and human… Continue reading
Falling Raccoons? Can That Really Happen in a Milwaukee Office?
We’re all familiar with raccoons in our yards and gardens, and unfortunately sometimes in our houses. But falling raccoons in your Milwaukee office? For many people, that’s a new one. But it happens more often than you imagine. According to wildlife experts, raccoons regularly fall through the ceilings of office buildings. We all know that… Continue reading
Bat Exclusion in the Workplace
Bats aren’t typically good for business. Their presence poses a threat to health and physical safety. Additionally, they can lead to disruption in business operations and end up costing lots of money. Naturally, bat exclusion is just as important for businesses as it is for residential properties. How the Presence of Bats Affect People in… Continue reading
Skunks: Wildlife That Carry Rabies
Think your instinctive avoidance of Oshawa’s wild animals is enough to save you from the diseases they carry? Think again. There are other ways for you to pick up something that was put down by disease-ridden animals without you having direct contact with them. In Canada, the wildlife-related disease that is most popular is Rabies.… Continue reading
Why Humans Are to Blame for Raccoon Problems
Brazen masked bandits are breaking into homes and businesses across the country, and no one seems to be able to stop them! They are quick, cunning and audacious. But during these daring heists, the perps ignore jewellery and other valuables in favor of food and tasty treats. We are talking of course about raccoons. It… Continue reading
Tips to Deter Squirrels From Your Backyard
Squirrels conjure up images of cuteness and humour for many people, but even the most passionate squirrel lover must admit that these little critters can become annoying to deal with at times. In fact, they often cross over from annoying to downright destructive if measures aren’t put in place to curtail their behaviour. The unpleasant… Continue reading
Skedaddle Pickering Skunk Control Removal Methods
Skunks are among those wildlife critters whose presence in the residential space is particularly troubling. Not only do they make the residents of the home uncomfortable, but they also present some health and safety threats. Since Pickering’s skunk population is somewhat large and active, property owners have crossed paths with them quite frequently. When skunk… Continue reading
Exploring the Ways Wildlife Get Inside Your Milwaukee Home
Wildlife belongs in the wild. Little field mice in your garden might be cute when you look out the window, but rodents and other small wild animals in your house are actually a pest. Once they move in, they destroy your property and can potentially spread serious diseases. The bottom line is you don’t want… Continue reading
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