Having your home infested with wildlife or pests can be very troublesome. The best course of action is to always contact a professional animal removal company. However, you need to keep in mind that removing wildlife from your attic or home is only one part of solving the infestation problem. Wildlife will typically leave a… Continue reading
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Control Rabid Raccoons This Spring
Wildlife wakes up and increases activity in the spring as warmer temperatures make it more bearable to venture outdoors and forage for food. Among the most troublesome critters for Canadian homeowners are raccoons. Because they are extremely intelligent and can adapt incredibly easily, homeowners throughout Canada are plagued by raccoon infestations every spring. However, a… Continue reading
Spring Is Here Which Means It’s Mice Breeding Season
A mice infestation is no laughing matter. It is a serious problem that can have dangerous consequences. Mice are naturally adaptable and can find ways into your home’s wall, attic and basement. This is especially important during winter, as this is when they seek shelter from cold outdoor temperatures. If you see mice or their… Continue reading
What To Expect From Raccoons This Spring
Spring is a wonderful time of year when everything awakens after a long winter sleep. Unfortunately for countless homeowners across Canada, it is also raccoon baby season. Typically beginning in March, it is always a smart idea to be aware of raccoon baby season because a mother and her babies may be hiding in or… Continue reading
Those Pesky Squirrels Are Awake: Tips On How To Deter Them From Your Property
Squirrels are some of the most common critters present throughout urban areas of most cities in Canada. They reproduce rapidly because they breed twice a year, once in the spring and once in the fall. They have a lifespan of up to 20 years. While they can be cute and cuddly at first sight, they… Continue reading
Squirrel Deterrent Tips This Spring For Your Backyard
Despite being very cute when they hold a piece of food in their little paws and nibble at it, squirrels are equally considered pests in the city, suburbs and the country. Squirrels have adapted well to city life and can be a major sources of frustration for homeowners and gardeners. Among the types of damage… Continue reading
Springtime In Mississauga: What Animal Could Be In Your Attic?
Wildlife activity during winter slows down significantly, much like that of humans. Skunks, squirrels, and raccoons spend significantly more time inactive in their nests and dens during freezing cold weather. But, as soon as a warmer period in the middle of winter comes along, they all spring into action. Afterall, for babies to be born… Continue reading
Why Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control Should Be Your First Call for Animal Removal
Unwanted stress, physical and structural damage, as well as health hazards, are all part of having to deal with a wildlife infestation. Regardless of the species that has decided to make your home their own, one thing is certain: you need to remove the infestation as soon as possible. This is when the most obvious… Continue reading
Spring Season Wild Animal Removal
Many homeowners throughout Canada see spring as a welcome opportunity to enjoy the warmer weather by spending more time outside. However, this is also true of many species of urban wildlife that exist in countless communities. Spring is the mating and birthing season for many species of wildlife and this causes conflicts with humans. City… Continue reading
Animal Invasion – Preventing Skunks From Making Your Home Theirs
When it comes to wildlife removal, it is the last step in a process that could have been performed much earlier and more easily. That is to say, it is crucial to keep in mind that prevention is always more effective and less complicated and costly than removal. If you do have wildlife on your… Continue reading
Raccoon Removal: Are Raccoons Dangerous?
The most important thing to keep in mind about raccoons is that they are wild animals. They are very widespread in the U.S. and the number of people that have a raccoon encounter every year grows steadily. However, while some people tend to welcome such a meeting, others will likely panic if they spot the… Continue reading
Getting Rid of Mice With Milwaukee Wildlife Removal Services
A house mouse is capable of walking on a thin wire and squeezing itself through a hole the size of a dime. With this in mind, it becomes obvious why just a single mouse in your home can quickly turn into a real hazard. When you add to that the fact that mice breed incredibly… Continue reading
Moving? Look For Sights Of Infestation
Finding unwanted guests in your potential new home is unwelcome. In a lot of cases, inheriting a pest problem is enough to deter folks from purchasing a new home. Regardless of how impressed you are with the architecture, space or location of the home you’re viewing, it’s important not to ignore the signs of pests… Continue reading
Spring Season Animal Control With Skedaddle
The spring is one of the most welcomed seasons of the year even though it can offer complications for homeowners. It is a time when nature wakes up from a long winter sleep, when temperatures start rising and when a good mood typically returns to everyone. However, many animals and pests also become very active… Continue reading
Skedaddle Working Together With Your Local Humane Society
It is no secret that biodiversity in the Kitchener-Waterloo region is as rich as the region’s overall quality of life. Many who have a home in this region are no strangers to wildlife interaction. In fact, wildlife and humans in the area have learned to live side by side. Residents in the community benefit from… Continue reading
Spring Cleaning For Pest Control
It is high time for homeowners to start planning their spring cleaning schedules because spring is just around the corner. Keeping pest control on your to-do list is crucial regardless of whether you prefer to spread the cleaning process out over the entire season or get it over with in one weekend-long marathon session. A… Continue reading
Skunky Smell In Winter? How To Handle Proper Removal
When it comes to skunks’ mating season, it usually stretches from late February through to the end of March. During the winter, skunks are less active and tend to spend much of their time in their dens. However, they do not enter a full hibernation like other animals and will den communally to help preserve… Continue reading
Milwaukee Wildlife Removal: The Solution to Your Bat Problem
There are 12 different species of bats in Wisconsin and Illinois. In addition to being the only mammal that can fly, bats actually can see and have pretty good night vision. Some bat species migrate in the fall and return in the spring. Others spend the winter hibernating. Bat species that hibernate are most likely… Continue reading
Why Wildlife Removal From Your Home Is A Must To Protect Your Pets
Having pets is great. But, the odds of your dog, cat or any other little domesticated animal getting along with surrounding wildlife aren’t that good. There is a huge difference between wild and domesticated animals. That is why you need to keep an extra eye on your cat or dog if there is wildlife around… Continue reading
Spring: The Best Time To Prevent Rodent Home Invasions
Rodent home invasions typically take place in the spring, which is also the best time of year to prevent rodents from doing exactly that. It is also when you’d best perform inspections and checks to see whether or not mice and other rodents have made a home in your attic over the winter. Most homes… Continue reading
Remember When Removing Squirrels, They Often Have Two Litters!
Many people aren’t aware of the fact that female squirrels can actually give birth twice a year: once in the spring and again later in the summer. A litter of babies is one reason why squirrel removal services can get complicated during the birthing season. Understand squirrel biology and their reproductive cycles is important, as… Continue reading
Houston Wildlife Control: Signs of a Raccoon in Your Attic
There are many advantages to living in an area that is also occupied by wildlife. You get to witness the amazing interactions as animals go about their daily business. The environment benefits as well since each animal contributes to the maintenance of the natural space. One disadvantage, however, is that your home is susceptible to… Continue reading
Signs That You Have A Raccoon To Remove From Your Home
Being sure that you are in need of raccoon removal services is sometimes not as easy as it may seem. For most people, anything short of seeing an actual raccoon on their property or attic can be confusing. On one hand, if you’re hearing loud thumping from your attic, chances are you have a wildlife… Continue reading
Cleaning Up After Raccoon Infestation
Raccoons may appear to be cute and cuddly, but they are typically aggressive animals. Despite seeming non-threatening, they can transfer a number of different diseases to pets and humans through bites and scratches. However, the most dangerous way of contracting a disease from raccoons includes indirect contact. That is why it is important to tend… Continue reading
Part 2: 5 More Raccoon Facts that You May Find Interesting
Raccoons are found throughout much of Canada and many homeowners have frequent problems with raccoon infestations on their properties. Because raccoons can carry rabies and are typically aggressive, contacting a professional raccoon removal company like Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control is often the safest way to take care of the problem. In our last article, we… Continue reading
You Should Never Rely On Your Cat To Keep Mice Away
As far as longstanding myths go, the one that says cats are natural-born mice catchers is among the most persistent. If you happen to be faced with a mouse removal emergency, there is a chance you may be thinking about getting a cat. However, before you do that, there are several things you need to… Continue reading
Making A Squirrel Deterrent Birdfeeder For Spring
Springtime is the season when everything comes alive. Unfortunately for many homeowners who have yards, lawns, and gardens, this also means wildlife and rodents become more active and start causing different problems and infestations. If you have one or more birdfeeders in your yard, you’ve probably had bad experiences with squirrels stealing birdseed and scaring… Continue reading
Humanely Removing Spring Wildlife Babies
Wildlife infestations are most common during spring as this time of year represents their birthing season. Wildlife mothers need safe and secure places to raise their babies during this time of year. So if you’ve ever had a rodent or pest infestation in your home or property, you know how difficult it can be to… Continue reading
Mice Removal in the Winter?
With a little help, mice can easily survive the cold winter months. They use a variety of materials to help them insulate their nests and keep warm enough to live through winter. If those nests are inside your walls, basement or attic, it can cause damage to your home, as mice can hide away in… Continue reading
A Milwaukee Resident’s Guide To Squirrel Removal
When it comes to sharing your home with squirrels, it is NOT something you want to do. Squirrels can very easily and quickly put your family and property at risk and are one of the most common pests found in many United States homes, including Milwaukee. When it comes to removing squirrels from your Milwaukee… Continue reading
4 Tips To Protect Your Property From Spring Pests
Among the typical places around your home or property that are the most appealing and inviting to wildlife and pests is the attic. The attic usually provides plenty of heat, nesting areas and materials, a place to store food, the absence of predators and most importantly, an undisturbed environment. When talking about pests that you… Continue reading
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