Squirrels spend a lot of time eating. They have a very fast metabolism and need a constant supply of foods high in fat for energy. Squirrels typically eat more than their body weight in food each week. Squirrels are opportunists. Squirrels’ diets consist mainly of nuts, seeds, berries, tree buds and insects. What they eat… Continue reading
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Hamilton Health Officials Concerned Rabies Has Spread to Skunks
Hamilton health officials are warning residents that the raccoon rabies outbreak in the area has now spread to skunks. Sixteen skunks tested positive last month for the same strain of the virus found in 42 raccoons since December. But what has health officials worried, is 12 of those 16 skunk cases, were in urban areas, 10… Continue reading
Signs You Have Squirrels in Your House
Year after year home owners from all over Canada discover they have squirrels and other wildlife in their home and that these animals have lived in their home for quite some time. If that’s the case you’re looking at quite a bit of damage to deal with. Once inside your home or business, they will shred insulation and gnaw… Continue reading
What You Need To Know About Squirrel Habits
Out of all the animals that Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control deals with, squirrels are the ones that cause the most damage and frustration for homeowners. Understanding squirrel habits is one of the keys to determining what kind of nuisance problem you’re dealing with. Once you’ve got that nailed down, you can begin to evaluate your… Continue reading
Exploring the Rise of ‘Fat Squirrels’ Across Canada
There is a lot of buzz this season about ‘fat squirrels.’ From Montreal, to Ottawa, to Toronto, social media has lit up with pictures of the fluffy squirrels.So why are people noticing heavier squirrels this year?Squirrels don’t hibernate during winter; they rely on thick layers of fat and fur to see them through the colder… Continue reading
Different Home Entry Points for Squirrels
Here at Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control, we’re often asked which type of animal causes the most property damage. While the truth is that just about every urban wildlife species is capable of damaging a home, the worst offenders are most certainly squirrels. It doesn’t take very long for a group or family of squirrels to… Continue reading
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