Humane wildlife control is the most effective, and safest method of removing animals from your home and property for good. Animal exclusion is the best way to keep them from returning. At Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control we understand that animals taking up residence in your living space is unsettling, frustrating, and stress inducing. We assure… Continue reading
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Kitchener Wildlife Removal: Do Rats Burrow Under Concrete?
Around your property, you might notice various holes and cracks. While some of these might be the natural shifting of the earth, some might be the entry point for a rat’s habitat. Although some of these creatures seem cute and cuddly, you need to remember they’re wild. You should never approach any wild animals, including… Continue reading
How Uninvited Wildlife Cause Foundation Damage?
They may be cute, but wild animals are not your friends. While in nature, you can look at and adore them all you want, but when wildlife starts to invade your home, it becomes a problem. Unfortunately, many animals searching for a way to enter your home may find a route through the foundation. Once… Continue reading
4 Types of Wildlife That May Make a Home in Your Basement
You may not give your basement much thought beyond using it for storage or perhaps to house your washer or dryer, but there are different types of wildlife that may view it as a haven for nesting and storing food. Many of these animals are clever enough to find a way inside despite your efforts.… Continue reading
Are Squirrels Hoarders?
Grandmothers around the globe place plates full of peanuts and pecans on their porches, waiting for hungry squirrels to make off with nutty nourishment. As the weather chills, these scrappy scroungers turn from taking nuts back to their nests to securing them in many underground holes. To humans who sometimes have a hard time finding… Continue reading
How To Get Rid of Skunks the Humane Way?
You probably know them as cute little animals that stink! Skunks may seem harmless enough and even have good qualities, but when they spray their scent, you will quickly realize why you don’t want them hanging around. If a skunk family has made itself at home in your home, you want to evict them. This… Continue reading
The Unseen Entry Points of Squirrels
Scratching and chewing sounds, the pitter-patter of feet, the unpleasant smell of animal droppings…these are all signs of squirrels in attic spaces. There are plenty of big trees around your neighbourhood, so why are squirrels making their home under your roof? An Easy Place To Take Shelter Squirrels are crafty and intelligent creatures, and at… Continue reading
Is it Okay to Feed Backyard Squirrels?
We have all seen the viral videos of people getting so bored and lonely during the lockdown that they started befriending squirrels in their backyards. As cute as these images were, did feeding the squirrels help them? Or were the videographers actually killing the animals with kindness? Our Skedaddle team in Hamilton has inside information… Continue reading
Do Mice Live Alone?
You might enjoy the silence of living alone, or if you live with others, it might be nice to have your house to yourself once in a while. Unfortunately, if you see a mouse, you’re not alone — not by a long shot! If you see one mouse, it’s highly likely you’ve got a lot… Continue reading
Waukesha Wildlife Control : 5 Rat Myths
To many people, there is nothing more disgusting than a rat. Others see them as just a natural consequence of living in both urban and rural areas. Regardless of how you view them, rats and other rodents can cause a lot of problems for homeowners and businesses alike. At Skedaddle, we know that humane wildlife… Continue reading
You’ll See Skunks Are Gentle Once You Get Past That Smell
While you may never actually see a skunk close up, you definitely know when one has been threatened by just one whiff of their potent and very recognizable spray. Despite the noxious odour, skunks are actually very gentle and quiet animals. Let’s get past the smell and take a deeper look to learn a little… Continue reading
Protecting Your Home From Wildlife Entry Before Winter Arrives
The arrival of another winter season means that homeowners must double their efforts to fortify their residences against entry from wildlife seeking shelter from the freezing temperatures. Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control offers tips for winter wildlife control so property owners can feel safe and comfortable inside their homes while navigating the colder months of the year.… Continue reading
How Do Mice Survive Winter Without Hibernating?
The Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control team in Milwaukee often receives calls from home and business owners who are surprised to find mice during the winter. Many people expect the mice would sleep in their dens all winter, hibernating. However, this is not the case, and it is common to see them out and about looking… Continue reading
Will Mice Come Back if you Release Them?
For many homeowners, the sight of a mouse scurrying across their floor is panic-inducing, especially when the rodent disappears behind a cabinet or piece of furniture. In their anxious state, many people assume the worst, that their home is infested, and they seek quick fixes. These solutions typically include poisons or traps, which are not… Continue reading
Madison Wildlife Removal: What do Skunks Eat?
While some homeowners view skunks through a beneficial lens, the way these critters punctuate their presence with an obnoxious musk means they aren’t typically welcome on most lawns. To best keep skunks at bay, it helps to know what attracts them to your yard and what preventative measures you can take to keep your property… Continue reading
Wildlife I Should be Keeping an Eye out For This Winter
During the winter, most people like to snuggle up in their homes and enjoy some much-needed downtime from the hustle and bustle of their busy lives. Wildlife isn’t much different. Mice, skunks and raccoons want to find enough food to survive the cold and look for a place to stay warm. While it’s a nice… Continue reading
How Do Mice Enter a Home?
When mice move into a home, they don’t knock on the door and wait for entrance to be granted. They’re sneaky little creatures that look for any creative way to make a cozy haven within the walls of your home. You might have inspected your house and failed to notice a single place in which… Continue reading
Are There Repellents That Work With Raccoons?
Wildlife is nothing to mess with regardless of how small the animal may be. Raccoons are just one example of this. They are creative, strong, intelligent little guys, finding their own ways to make a home in your attic or garage. As soon as they’ve discovered a food source in or around your home, it… Continue reading
Why do Squirrels Run Back and Forth?
The fall is a difficult time to be a squirrel. It is rare to drive down busy city or neighbourhood streets without seeing the aftermath of roadkill. Regardless of how you feel about these playful furry rodents, you probably don’t want to see their little lives ended before they begin. However, sometimes collisions are unavoidable,… Continue reading
Madison Wildlife Removal: What Are Squirrels Sleeping Patterns Like?
Squirrels are adorable. When you’re out enjoying a hike or a walk through the woods, you can’t help but stop and watch them scamper about. They seem so active, collecting nuts and seeds to eat, but do they ever take time to rest? They do! In fact, you can learn a lot from understanding the… Continue reading
What Do You Do When a Bird is Stuck in Your House?
Fortunately, it is a rare occurrence for a bird to get stuck in your home. However, it does happen occasionally and can be very stressful. You may be frightened, but so is the bird, and your panic will only escalate the situation. Furthermore, the bird may be hurt and in need of help. Knowing ahead… Continue reading
Wildlife Activity In Autumn
The arrival of autumn means that winter is just around the corner. As humans are bringing out warmer clothes and enjoying their favourite fall treats, animals are getting ready for the colder months. All wildlife need to ensure is that they can stay warm and sufficiently fed throughout the winter. Understanding how each species acts… Continue reading
Who to Call if There are Raccoons in Your Backyard?
Raccoons are round, fuzzy, and some of the most adorable animals you could ever meet. Their independent personalities and cuddly statures mean they’ve gained lots of admirers and have even earned the nickname of “trash panda.” Unfortunately, though, raccoons can also be quite destructive to your property. If you see a raccoon in your yard… Continue reading
Oshawa and Pickering Dealing with a Major Rat Problem
While there are many city lists that Oshawa and Pickering would likely love to be a part of, the municipal officials are probably trying to keep hush about the recent 18th and 22nd place ranking as one of the rattiest cities in Ontario. The placement of these cities on the Orkin Top 25 list has… Continue reading
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