Halifax, Nova Scotia is the largest city on the eastern coast of Canada. It boasts a rich history and many Canadian landmarks such as Peggy’s Cove and Citadel Hill. Due to the proximity of the city to the coast, there’s a diverse wildlife population. Animals have moved into urban centres and are thriving by living… Continue reading
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First Baby Call Opens the Doors For Busy Season
The first call we receive each year for confirmed baby raccoons or squirrels kick-starts our busiest time of year.
Love Is in the Air (…And Probably in Your Attic)
February is the month of love. It’s also a bunch of other things, so look it up. One thing about the month of February is how busy we can be with the arrivals of squirrel and raccoon babies. It’s something we can pretty much set our clocks to, that by the end of the month we… Continue reading
Talking Wildlife and Bugs on AM900 CHML
Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control president & CEO Bill Dowd was on the Satellite Home & Garden show this past Saturday, hosted by Rob Howard. In case you missed the show, here’s a few tips Bill passed on to keep your home pest free throughout the winter, and all year round: Perform a quarterly inspection of… Continue reading
Let’s Talk Bed Bugs, Mice and Other Pests!
Got wildlife? Got bugs? Got both? Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control president & CEO Bill Dowd was on CHML 900 this past weekend, discussing wildlife and bed bug issues with Judy Marsales on her show Sold on Hamilton. This weekly radio program highlights real estate and housing issues that every homeowner should be thinking about. It’s… Continue reading
Wildlife May Be The Reason You’re Freezing!
Do you find yourself shivering as the sun goes down? Running out of blankets and sweaters to pile on? The furnace works fine, but the problem may be the insulation in your attic has been destroyed. This time of year we see all types of wildlife — from squirrels to raccoons, mice and bats, hiding… Continue reading
One Dirty Raccoon Job
It’s not every day we come across a house that has been vacant for over two years, and completely filled with belongings. On top of this, raccoons and other wildlife have made this their home (and private toilet). Raccoons had made their way into the homes pantry by chewing through the roof, and gaining access… Continue reading
Raccoon Emergency in Kitchener
Last night we responded to a raccoon emergency in Kitchener in a mail truck. It’s actually quite a common occurrence to find wildlife wandering into shipping docks and garages late at night, because these places typically stay open for hours at a time. These are opportunistic little critters! This can also serve as a reminder… Continue reading
Recent Cold Snap Causing Urban Wildlife to Seek Your Home for Shelter
With winter approaching, decreasing day and night time temperatures are causing urban wildlife to leave their less sheltered summer den sites and relocate to more protected areas such as attics and chimneys. Wildlife such as raccoons, squirrels and skunks will regain entry into previously occupied den sites or find new shelters within our homes. If… Continue reading
September Brings Wildlife (and Bugs) Indoors
With September and cooler temperatures coming, now is the time to get bat work done. Once the temperature drops below 6 degrees on a consistent basis, bats look to hibernate. Time is of the essence. We are still seeing our second litter of baby squirrels. Both our Hamilton and Ottawa teams had baby squirrels this… Continue reading
PSA: Those Aren’t Mouse Droppings on Your Deck
This time of year we see an increase in tiny, black pellets appearing on properties. They’re an accumulation of bat droppings, falling to the ground from an elevated entry hole. Make no mistake, these are not mouse droppings — and they’re very hazardous. Do not handle these droppings yourself. Call a professional wildlife company (cough), and absolutely… Continue reading
Distemper Spreading in Niagara
Distemper is a disease that attacks an animals nervous system. Symptoms of distemper include erratic behavior, vomiting, diarrhea, and lethargy. The Niagara region is seeing an increase in raccoons who are suffering from this disease. And make no mistake, they are suffering. So, how did it come to this? When people trap and relocate an animal that is infected (not… Continue reading
The Biggest Threat For Rabies in Ontario? Bats.
The following are some ways which people can protect themselves and their pets against rabies: Make sure dogs and cats keep current rabies vaccinations. Consult with your veterinarian. Do not attract wild animals to your home or yard. Store bird seed or other animal feed in containers with tight-fitting lids. Feed pets indoors. Make sure… Continue reading
Early Bat Season Means Potential Health Hazards
Active bats in July more likely to come into contact with people, transmit rabies, infection and bed bugs Hamilton, ON — While most people wrongly fear bats because they get tangled in your hair or suck your blood, the truth is that bats can cause much more serious health concerns that local residents need to be… Continue reading
Mother Squirrel Jumps with Baby
It’s not often we get to observe nature so closely. This clip shows a mother squirrel relocating her baby, after they were evicted from a home. Listen to the squeaking noises — it sounds like the mother is chewing on a toy! Isn’t nature majestic? — Humane Wildlife Control
Baby Robins Eat Like Pigs
Baby Robins are PIGS! Each baby Robin consumes approximately 14ft. of fresh worms every day. That means that a mother tending to a nest of 3 babies needs to collect and deliver an amazing 42ft. of worms each and every day. Mmmm … protein!
Why Raccoon Mothers Should Be Left Alone
This amusing video was posted from a person in the West End of Vancouver, BC recently. The video actually illustrates how territorial and protective a raccoon mother can be. You should turn the volume down after a while — the sound of the “chattering” can be quite cacophonous. — Humane Wildlife Control
How Do We Remove Wildlife?
Wildlife in your house can put you at risk for diseases and cause serious property damage. Furthermore, if you do not have wildlife removal immediately, the infestation can increase quickly. Here are some reasons why you need wildlife control as well as an overview of how our process works. Why Is It Important To Have… Continue reading
Baby Red-Tailed Hawk Rescue at the Hamilton Spectator
A big thanks to Vivian LaFlamme from the Hamilton SPCA for assisting us with the rescue, and for lending her expertise in assessing the injured bird. It has been deemed unfit to return to the nest for now, and is being further examined at the shelter. Another big thank you to Gilles Joseph at United… Continue reading
A Native, Parasitic Bird!
By Corey Lewis, Humane Wildlife Control The adult females do not make or keep a nest. She lays her eggs among eggs already in nests built by other birds. Cowbird babies are larger and faster growing than the host species, and so out-compete the host chicks for food. As the Cowbird chick gets even bigger,… Continue reading
How To Tell the Difference Between Deer Mouse and White-Footed Mouse
It can be difficult to tell the difference between a deer mouse and a white-footed mouse because they are two different species of the same genus, and the differences can be subtle. Nevertheless, if either species is present in your home, you require professional mouse removal as soon as possible because both species can carry… Continue reading
Link to Our Live Robin’s Nest
We noticed a robin’s nest at the office recently, and decided to set up a web cam to stream the activity. The birds have grown a lot in the past week, and we’ve frequently seen the mother and the father of the baby robins come and go. The mother can sometimes be seen chomping on… Continue reading
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