During the cold winter months, mice that are normally happy to remain outside may seek shelter in a warm attic, basement or garage. There are several strategies to deal with an infestation, ranging from traps to repellent to prevention. However, many of these techniques are ineffective and inhumane. Preventing mice from entering your home in… Continue reading
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Unattended Wildlife Entry Can Lead to Future Infestations
Perhaps you had a problem with skunks, raccoons or another form of wildlife, but before you could contact us to get them removed, they moved out on their own. That’s great! Now you don’t have to worry about the problem anymore, right? Wrong! Unfortunately, unattended wildlife entries to dens and nests often create bigger issues,… Continue reading
Where Do Mice Live Other Than Your Home?
You’re probably familiar with the cliche image of a woman standing on a chair, shrieking as a mouse scurries past. Why do so many people fear these tiny creatures when humans are so much larger? Mice aren’t venomous or aggressive like other wildlife, but they pose more insidious risks: Rodents, including mice, can transmit diseases… Continue reading
Our Humane Rodent Removal Process
Mice are cute little creatures, but they are also destructive when allowed to overwhelm houses. While you can do everything possible to prevent wildlife from entering your property, sometimes animals find a way, which is when you call Coquitlam wildlife control. Having a presence of mice in your home is not the end of the… Continue reading
How Often Do Skunks Have Babies?
Skunks are distinctive mammals, as much for their looks as for their smell. Many dog owners are all too familiar with the odor as adventurous dogs frequently become the target for skunk spray, which is the animals primary defense against predators. Though most of us can identify a skunk from one of their two famous… Continue reading
How to Inspect Your Home for Wildlife in the Winter?
Think you do not need to inspect your home for wildlife just because there is some ice and snow on the ground? Think again. In fact, the winter is just as good of a time as spring or summer for a home inspection. It is crucial to inspect your home regularly during the colder months… Continue reading
Milwaukee Wildlife Control: Do Bats Fly or Glide?
Bats often get a bad rap. They are misunderstood creatures that bring fear to the hearts of many who witness their erratic flight at night. With legends about vampires and the threat of rabies, they just can’t catch a break. But, bats really are fascinating animals. There are more than 1,300 species around the world,… Continue reading
Did you Know There are 8 Bats that Hibernate in Ontario?
Do bats creep you out? If so, you are not alone! The mystery of the bat, its elusive nature and erratic flight patterns and some of its physical features lend to the fear factor bats instill in many people. They are, however, fascinating creatures that provide numerous benefits to ecosystems and human systems, and Ontario… Continue reading
Madison Wildlife Removal: Do Skunks Make Noises?
If you worry you might have a skunk infestation, chances are you’ve smelled one before you’ve seen or heard it. These animals do make noises, however, and when you hear them, you’ll know that it’s a skunk. Once you determine you have a problem, it’s important to contact the professionals for skunk removal Madison services,… Continue reading
Skedaddle Wildlife Removal: How Cold Is Too Cold For Mice?
All mammals react differently as temperatures begin to drop. Bears, for instance, choose to spend the winter hibernating and reducing their sleep deficit. Humans protect themselves from the cold weather with warm blankets, hot cocoa, and blazing speed runs of their favorite binge-worthy TV shows. Mice, the smallest creatures mentioned here, also stay active even… 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
6 Fun Wildlife Learning Activities for Kids
With so many different types of wildlife in Pickering, there are many opportunities for your kids to learn about their habits, life cycles and where they live. This can help them understand the importance of these creatures and how many of them have adapted to living near people. We at Skedaddle, your wildlife removal service,… Continue reading
Being Proactive Instead of Reactive for Wildlife Control
When it comes to wildlife, people either enjoy animals or prefer they scurry far away. Regardless of where you fall on the spectrum of appreciation, protecting your home against animal intruders is crucial to your family’s safety and your home’s structural integrity. Wildlife of all varieties can take advantage of any small openings or vulnerabilities… Continue reading
Why Raccoons Love the Yearly Salmon Jump?
Ontario residents are treated every fall to the annual salmon run. Crowds flock to the rivers around Toronto to see the spectacle of this impressive speckled fish. Salmon live in Lake Ontario throughout the year, but each September, they begin their journey to the waters where they were born to spawn the next generation of… Continue reading
What is Attracting Bats to Your Home?
There are a lot of misconceptions about bats. They are often seen as disease carriers, and many people fear that they are likely to attack humans. In reality, they are a huge benefit to humans, helping to manage the populations of mosquitoes and other bothersome insects. Just because they give a hand with backyard barbecues… Continue reading
Why is My Dog Obsessed with Chasing Squirrels?
Have you ever been out walking your dog when it suddenly goes nuts, pulling the leash and you along with it? Chances are, your pet saw a squirrel and couldn’t resist going after it. Maybe you’ve observed your dog obsessively chasing squirrels and other small animals in the backyard. It’s not just your pup that… Continue reading
5 Tips to Identify Bats in Your Roof
If you see them hanging upside down calmly, bats can be very cute. These small mammals look very peaceful when they are resting. However, even if you are the biggest bat fan in the world, you don’t want them in your house. They can carry many diseases, including rabies, so homeowners should know how to… Continue reading
Why Animal Repellents Don’t Work?
If you have an animal infestation in your home, you may be wracking your brain trying to figure out a solution. Many companies and local shops take advantage of the desperation of homeowners with wildlife problems by selling “wild animal repellents.” At the end of the day, these do-it-yourself measures can have dangerous and unintended… Continue reading
Whitby Wildlife Removal: Is it Good to Feed Birds in Winter
Birding is a popular pastime, especially in the winter when most of nature seems to be sleeping. Feeding wild birds can make them show up in your backyard for more enjoyment. The question is whether feeding wild birds is good for them and you. There are a lot of things to consider if you’re hanging… Continue reading
Raccoon Bandits Causing Homeowners Stress
In the middle of the night, a homeowner in Waukesha heard what she thought was someone in her garage. She called the police, who confirmed a masked bandit had broken in. It wasn’t the criminal you’re likely thinking of, though — it was a raccoon. On another occasion in California, two of the same species… Continue reading
What Time of the Year Are Bats Most Active?
Whether you think bats are cute or creepy, they are wild animals and should be treated as such. If there are bats in or around your home, you might wonder a few things about them. When are they active, and when do they hibernate? What goes on in a day in the life of a… Continue reading
Is Your Small Business in Need of Mice Removal?
Mice can be a serious problem. Once they get inside, they may be there to stay. Unfortunately, this isn’t a problem that only homeowners need to face. These tiny rodents are more than happy to move into your office, commercial space or investment property if it provides them with food and shelter. If your business… Continue reading
Prevent and Protect Your Home from Rodents
As a homeowner, your thoughts may turn to winter-proofing your property once the cold weather starts to kick in. Canadian winters can bring snow and freezing temperatures, but you might not be the only one looking for a warm home until the spring. Rodents, including rats, mice and squirrels, are more than happy to share… Continue reading
What Kind of Damage Can Mice or Rats Cause?
Having an active infestation of mice and rats is unsettling, but what is even worse is the damage these creatures may leave behind. It’s important to take quick action if you suspect there are mice and rats nesting in your home so you can avoid the potential financial hit you may be facing to repair… Continue reading
What To Do When Pigeons Invade Your Business?
Historically, pigeons were domesticated birds. Owners used them to carry and deliver messages, which provided a significant system in many older wars. Unfortunately, over time, they have become the most common public nuisance. They are everywhere: in business parking lots, in public parks, on freeway overpasses, on top of buildings and under bridges. If your… Continue reading
Taking a Look at Bats Hibernation and Migrating Patterns
For those taking a stroll through the stillness of a warm summer evening, the sounds and sights of bats seeking breakfast are common ones. That changes as the weather starts to shift. Bats are seasonal mammals, mainly because their diet consists of plants and insects that don’t do well in the cold. But when that… Continue reading
Share This With Your Children: How Raccoons Survive Winter?
Raccoons are nature’s little bandits but do not let those cute faces and fluffy tails fool you. They are masters of survival, especially in winter. Sometimes their survival means they can get too comfortable around your neighbourhood, and when that happens, it is best to let our Durham raccoon control experts at Skedaddle relocate them… Continue reading
How Worried Should You Be if a Rat is in the Garage?
You walk into your garage one day and turn on the light, only to see a small creature scurry out of sight. Finding a rat in your garage can cause a fright, but is it something to worry about after the initial startlement? It is important to know how to identify possible rat infestations and… 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
Oakville Widlife Control: Will Bright Lights Keep Bats Away?
Bats are nocturnal, so you might naturally assume they don’t like the light. You’re right! Bats don’t like light. Although they don’t rely too much on their poor sight, they can see, and they prefer dark areas. This is why bats are notorious for roosting in caves. Because you lose a little light with each… Continue reading
How to Keep Those Raccoons out of my Garbage?
Have you ever gone to your trash can only to realize that something has been helping itself to your garbage? If this sounds familiar, you may be seeking ways to protect your trash and avoid any more incidents. Fortunately, Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control can help. The following tips will help you defend your garbage bins… Continue reading
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