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
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Spring Checklist: Protecting Your Home from Wildlife
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
Why Its Time to Love Squirrels
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
What To Do If You Find Baby Squirrels
Spring is the time of the year when nature and wildlife start to become active again. While the trees and flowers prepare to bloom, the furry critters begin to nest and have babies. Squirrels especially have lots of little ones during the late winter/early spring and again in late summer, so there’s a good chance… Continue reading
Why Do Bats Sleep Upside Down
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
A Recap of Skedaddle Technicians Finding March Wildlife Babies
Last week, Montreal, North York, London, and Ottawa all found their first babies of the season! Montreal, Quebec: In Montreal, our team was called late last Friday afternoon to remove a litter of newborn raccoons from a homeowner’s attic. This mother raccoon had returned to a home she had previously denned in to birth her… Continue reading
Can Bats Spread Coronavirus and Other Diseases?
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
Why Are Raccoons so Active in the Spring?
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
How to Keep Raccoons from Digging Up Your Garden
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
A Quick Look at How To Read Wildlife Tracks
Have you ever stepped outside and found some mysterious animal tracks around your home? At Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control, we believe that our customers can greatly benefit from knowing how to identify what could be living around their homes. These are some of the most common nuisance animals and what their tracks look like. Raccoons… Continue reading
Did You Know There Are Five Skunk Species?
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
Can Skunks Crawl Under Fences?
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
How Many Times Can a Skunk Spray and Other FAQs
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 Oshawa is important when dealing with… Continue reading
Are Starlings Misunderstood in Canada?
Bird lovers have mixed feelings about the European Starling (Sturnus vulgaris). First introduced in the late 1800s, the starling now nests across Canada and the United States, where it is loved by some and hated by many. Aficionados celebrate its high intelligence and advanced mimicry skills; detractors claim it destroys crops and bullies other birds.… Continue reading
Can Squirrels See Colors?
Have you ever been sitting enjoying the fall leaves, noticed a squirrel and wondered if it too can see the beautiful colors? Perhaps not, but it is an interesting question, nonetheless. Squirrels are a common sight around Milwaukee, and they seem to quickly notice any possible threat that comes near them. What exactly can they… Continue reading
Stay Vigilant During Raccoon Baby Season
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
Why Are Bats Frequent Visitors in Your Home?
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
Oshawa Bat Removal: Rabies Found in Region
Though it sounds strange to say, many homeowners do not view bats as a problem. In most situations, they are not. Bats benefit the environment in multiple ways. From pollinating flowers to transporting seeds to controlling insect populations, there are many ways the small critters benefit the environment. Moreover, unless one gets into your home,… Continue reading
Do You Need To Worry About Skunks and Your Pets?
Most people know to stay away from skunks. They may have an eye-catching coat and make great cartoon characters, but anyone who wants to avoid needing to shower for hours knows to avoid these critters. However, pets don’t always know how to give skunks a wide berth. This may make you worry about what could… Continue reading
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