Nestled in the heart of Coquitlam, British Columbia, it’s not uncommon for homeowners to encounter unexpected ‘guests’ of the wild variety. If you’ve ever gone head-to-head with a clever raccoon, you understand the challenges they pose, including property harm and their knack for being repeat offenders. The solution? This expert guide offers solutions to neutralize… Continue reading
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Raccoons and Your Pets: Keeping Your Furry Friends Safe in Coquitlam
As pet owners, we love our furry friends and want to protect them from any harm. However, sometimes unexpected dangers are lurking in our backyards. One potential threat to our pets is the raccoon. These curious mammals can cause havoc in our gardens and even pose a risk to our pups and kitties. With the… Continue reading
Surrey Wildlife Control: Why It’s a Bad Idea to Feed Raccoons
Are you a nature lover who enjoys watching wildlife animals roam in your backyard? While it’s understandable that you want to connect with the local wildlife, feeding them isn’t always the best idea. Feeding raccoons can lead to various problems, including property damage, health risks, and even legal issues. Here’s the truth about feeding these… Continue reading
Do Raccoons Hibernate in Coquitlam
The Coquitlam area is home to a variety of wildlife species, including the mischievous raccoons known for their notorious habits of scavenging through trash cans and making a mess on your property. But as the colder months approach, many Coquitlam residents may wonder if these critters hibernate. The answer is no, raccoons do not hibernate… Continue reading
Keep Raccoons Off Your Coquitlam Property This Fall With These Tips
Many people think of raccoons as furry bandits that like to rummage through unsecured trash cans in search of food. While this description is somewhat accurate, raccoons can also be dangerous. They are not particularly aggressive towards humans unless they feel threatened, but the animals are notorious for carrying dangerous diseases that are spread through… Continue reading
Coquitlam Wildlife Control: The Purpose Behind a Raccoon’s Distinctive Facial Markings
When you ask people the question, “What does a raccoon look like?” they almost always answer with “It is an animal with a mask and a striped tail”. Raccoons are so common that we take their appearance for granted. But have you ever wondered why these masked bandits have such distinctive facial markings? The surprising… Continue reading
Coquitlam Wildlife Control: 4 Effective Ways to Keep Raccoons Out of Your Garbage
Coquitlam has strict garbage and recycling regulations because of bears in the area. Still, it is worth noting that smaller critters can also be destructive if they get into trash or designated garbage areas. Raccoons are among some of the most intelligent and persistent animals when it comes to garbage day feasts. If you have… Continue reading
Where You Might Find Raccoons This Summer in Coquitlam?
Although raccoons look like cute masked bandits, they wreak havoc when they invade your property. In addition to damaging structures, raccoons are also known for carrying diseases that could be dangerous to humans. They can also destroy backyard vegetable gardens. While you may think that raccoons only thrive in rural environments, this is a misconception.… Continue reading
Coquitlam Wildlife Control: 5 Cool Facts About Raccoons!
Raccoons are interesting, but there is more value in learning about them than merely adding to your general fund of knowledge. Knowing more about raccoons and their behaviour helps you understand how to get rid of raccoons, or prevent them from getting in initially. Here are some facts about raccoons that you may not know… Continue reading
3 Facts About Raccoon Mating Season
Because the raccoon mating season runs from January to June, winter is a great time for homeowners to learn more about this important time for these animals. When raccoons enter a home, they have the potential to cause a large amount of damage, and mating season only exacerbates this problem. Furthermore, since these creatures mate… Continue reading
3 Obvious Signs a Raccoon Has Rabies
It is never a good idea to approach a wild animal, such as a raccoon. Animals may feel threatened by your approach and defend themselves by biting and scratching, which can expose you to rabies. This means that if there is an animal in your home, you need professional raccoon removal to get it out… Continue reading
How Raccoons Prepare For Winter in Port Coquitlam?
Even though winter in Port Coquitlam is relatively mild, with little to no snow, colder temperatures can still take a toll on wild animals. Raccoons are known for being highly adaptive. Their preparations for winter may bring them in closer contact with residents of the Coquitlam area, in which case they may require professional raccoon… Continue reading
What To Do If a Dead Raccoon is On Your Surrey Property?
As nerve-wracking as a live raccoon on your property can be, a dead one can also be reason for concern. Even once their lives are over, raccoons on your property can cause problems for you. Don’t think that you can’t call Skedaddle for help in this situation; we can perform raccoon removal for dead animals… Continue reading
Why You Need Raccoon Removal in Coquitlam This Summer?
Are you waking up at night to scrabbling sounds in your attic? Or, perhaps you discovered a nest of frightened raccoon babies in your crawlspace a month ago and didn’t know whether you should relocate them. If this sounds like your home, it’s time to call a humane wildlife control service for raccoon removal in… Continue reading
Coquitlam Wildlife Removal: How Do Raccoons Use Their Paws?
There is no denying that humans have the most useful and evolved hands in the entire animal kingdom. Despite this evolutionary achievement, there are many animals that do give people a run for their money, including raccoons. While no one will argue that raccoon removal in Coquitlam is often necessary when the critters get a… Continue reading
Coquitlam Raccoon Control: Where Do Raccoons Sleep?
Raccoons are clever, resourceful and quite adorable. They can also be destructive and a nuisance when they make a home on your property. They are excellent climbers, and their front paws are dexterous. The range of motion and strength in their digits allows them to grip tightly and manipulate all kinds of objects. No wonder… Continue reading
How To Identify Raccoon Damage in Coquitlam?
If you start to notice signs of damage around your property, it could mean that a wild animal is sharing your property. There are many different species of wildlife that are native to urban areas, and it can sometimes be difficult to tell which one is living on your property. One type of wildlife that… Continue reading
Where Do Raccoons Make Their Homes?
With their adorable hooded face and striped tail, raccoons seem less threatening than other woodland creatures. Compared to bears, bobcats and other fierce predators, raccoons appear less aggressive and destructive, but are raccoons dangerous? Regardless of their amusing appearance, raccoons are not tame animals that you need near your house or property. You can examine… Continue reading
Coquitlam Wildlife Control: Will Raccoons Attack Your Cat?
Raccoons are considered a nuisance in the city. They are pests that get in your garbage to find food. They’ll tear up your shingles and insulation in your home. These trash pandas carry parasites, insects and diseases. As nocturnal animals, they will usually run from dogs unless they are cornered and have to fight. Cats… Continue reading
Coquitlam Wildlife Control: Do Raccoons Mate For Life?
Known for their bandit-mask faces and scavenging behaviours, raccoons are a common sight around Coquitlam. These mammals can be a lot of fun to watch, but it is less enjoyable when they get into your home. Fortunately, Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control offers raccoon removal services to help you get your home back to normal. We… Continue reading
Is Your Campfire Attracting Raccoons?
It’s that time of year: time for summer outdoor adventures. Prepare to pack up the tent, gather the gear and round up friends and family. As the weather gets warmer, many of us are itching to get out into nature and planning our first camping trip. As you plan for your getaways, you may be… Continue reading
How to Tell if Raccoons Have Babies in my Attic?
Many people find the sounds and sites of nature relaxing. Sitting on a back porch listening to the birds chirping as squirrels and rabbits scamper through your yard is the definition of serene. Unfortunately, not all wildlife interactions are so peaceful and welcome. While people tend to love nature at a distance, they prefer it… Continue reading
Why You Should Take Care Around Young Raccoons?
Spring is here, and life is bursting all around. Animals of all sorts are giving birth to the next generation of their species, raccoons among them. As cute and cuddly as the adults look, their little ones are even more adorable. Once they are old enough to learn to forage, they may be seen out… Continue reading
Coquitlam Wildlife Removal: Can Raccoons Swim?
Spring is a welcome time of year here. The days start getting longer, snowfall becomes more infrequent and the mercury begins to make its slow climb up the thermometer. It is the time when everything begins to thaw out and life starts moving again. Animals, including raccoons, that spend much of the cold months snug… Continue reading
Did you Know Mating Season Starts in January
Many animals have a specific mating season. Bears tend to mate over the summer, for instance. Skunks and other small mammals typically prefer to mate during spring. Raccoons, a common pest, start mating in January. This date is important because raccoons often seek shelter during this season. Their search can lead them to particular areas… Continue reading
A Closer Look at the Humane Raccoon Removal Process
Raccoons are highly adaptable and resilient. Their intelligence serves them well in almost any setting, so they thrive in dense urban environments just as easily as a thick forest. These trash pandas can also do some substantial damage to your home if they decide to take up residence. Under British Columbia’s Wildlife Act, it is… 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
Raccoon Behaviour During the Cooler Weather
The autumn season brings in crisp, cool temperatures, beautiful colour changes and shorter days. It is the signal that the cold months are just around the corner. Raccoons notice these changes as well, and they, too, begin to make their preparations for winter. If one or more move onto your property, contact experts in humane… Continue reading
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