SKEDADDLE BLOG

Many people mistakenly believe that the mice that take up residence in their homes are looking for shelter from the cold months of winter, and will vacate the premises in the spring. Unfortunately, as the weather grows warmer, you may still find that you have unwanted guests in your home. Let’s take a moment to… Continue reading

After another long, cold Canadian winter, spring has finally sprung! With this new season comes warmer weather, fresh air, and undoubtedly, more wildlife sightings across both urban and rural environments. In most of Ontario, wildlife baby season usually begins between mid-March and April, which means raccoons, birds, squirrels and skunks will soon become much more… Continue reading

Squirrels often get a bad rap. They are sometimes called “big rats with fluffy tails.” Many people think of them as being nuisances that should be chased off or removed. However, our team at Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control loves them and we think you should too! You may be surprised by how important squirrels are… Continue reading

Raccoons, whether you call them trash pandas or masked bandits, might be cute little animals, but they’re often a nuisance to humans. These nocturnal animals are curious and intelligent. Raccoons have no problems living in the wild or in urban areas and they’re omnivores, eating fruits and vegetables as well as fish and snakes. A… Continue reading

With the end of winter and the approach of warm weather, many people are eagerly looking forward to planning and planting a garden. However, human beings are not the only ones excited about the change of seasons. As you plan your garden this spring, make sure you consider how to discourage invasions by hungry raccoons.… Continue reading

Mating season for raccoons occurs in the winter. After a few months’ gestation, females give birth in the spring. Raccoon baby season can last from March until early June, but most babies will be born in April and May. Raccoons are clever, resourceful, opportunistic creatures, and the females have a strong maternal instinct to protect… Continue reading

Most people in the world have never seen a skunk. In fact, residents of North and South America, Indonesia, and the Philippines are the only people with a chance of seeing one in the wild, because these are the only places skunks call home. While skunks are common in many areas of Canada, the U.S.,… Continue reading

At Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control, this question comes up a lot. Unfortunately, it normally arises when someone is surprised to find skunks around their homes despite having a fence. We believe it is important to understand the wildlife that lives around us. With a better idea of what skunks do and how they behave, it… Continue reading

Skunks may be no bigger than a cat, but the very presence of one can send the toughest person running away. No one wants to get in a feud with a skunk. But Skedaddle wants people to learn more about these nocturnal creatures and why professional humane wildlife prevention in Houston is important when dealing… Continue reading

Bats are unique, sometimes mysterious creatures. While some mammals have flaps of skin that give them the ability to glide from place to place, bats are the only ones that can truly fly. Bats are active at night when it is dark and most people are sleeping, adding to the air of mystery that surrounds… Continue reading

Since emerging from China a few months ago, the new coronavirus that causes the disease known as COVID-19 has become a worldwide health concern. Thousands of people in countries around the world, including Canada, have become infected. Researchers believe that the new virus originated from bats in China, which may have Canadians wondering if native… Continue reading

Wisconsin is home to 5.8 million people and approximately 490 species of land animals. Chances are that an animal will wander into your home at least once. However, if you have seen the same furry face on three or four occasions, you might start to wonder if these are chance encounters at all. In the… Continue reading

Many people mistakenly believe that the mice that take up residence in their homes are looking for shelter from the cold months of winter, and will vacate the premises in the spring. Unfortunately, as the weather grows warmer, you may still find that you have unwanted guests in your home. Let’s take a moment to… Continue reading

If you have an infestation of rodents in your home requiring Whitby animal services, it can be helpful to know their strengths and play to their weaknesses in trying to manage the problem. Conventional wisdom holds that rats and mice do not have good vision. The truth is a bit more complicated. Rodents’ Visual Acuity… Continue reading

If you have adult mice in your home, odds are high you have baby mice, too. Mice get into homes easily, breed frequently and have large litters. Mice control Milwaukee should involve humane removal strategies for both adult animals and babies. Signs of Baby Mice in Your Home The most obvious sign of a problem… Continue reading