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Coquitlam Wildlife Removal: How Do Raccoons Use Their Paws?

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There is no denying that humans have the most useful and evolved hands in the entire animal kingdom. Despite this evolutionary achievement, there are many animals that do give people a run for their money, including raccoons. While no one will argue that raccoon removal in Coquitlam is often necessary when the critters get a… Continue reading

Coquitlam Wildlife Control: 3 Ways Rats Are Like Humans

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Though humans like to think of themselves as separate from the animal kingdom, we have a lot in common with species we consider to be among the most repulsive. You shouldn’t take this as a personal insult, however. While rats and other rodents are gross and even harmful, they are complex and fascinating creatures with… Continue reading

Coquitlam Wildlife Control: Protecting Your Dog From Skunks

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You should call for prompt skunk removal if you know, or suspect, that they are on your property. This is especially true if you have one or more pet dogs, as misunderstandings between the two species frequently lead to the dog getting sprayed.  There are a couple of reasons why dogs are susceptible to getting… Continue reading

Reasons to Inspect For Wildlife Damage When Buying a New Home in Coquitlam

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Buying a new home is a great adventure, but you don’t want a wildlife infestation to be part of the journey. Before you purchase a home, you should have an assessment done by a specialist in wildlife removal in Coquitlam to determine if the residence has unwanted critters inside.   If animals see your home… Continue reading

Coquitlam Wildlife Control: What Plants Do Bats Pollinate?

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It’s no secret that bats have had an unfair rap these days. Rather than turning up your nose to bats and running off in the other direction, it is crucial to recognize the good work that bats do to keep the delicate balances of ecosystems in check for both animals, plants, and humans. Without bats,… Continue reading

Do All Squirrels Have Cheek Pouches?

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Squirrels store food for the winter by gathering it up in safe hiding places. Sometimes, this means bringing it inside your home and storing it in an out-of-the-way nook or cranny. Squirrel removal in Coquitlam also involves clearing away their winter stores. Some squirrels have the remarkable ability to store food in special pouches in… Continue reading

How To Handle Wildlife Issues Surrounding Trash

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We’ve all seen videos of cute raccoon families huddled around a garbage can, rummaging for old fruits or any food they can get their hands on. Although it may seem like an innocent family meal, it is important to understand what makes wildlife choose our trash over the food in their natural environment, and why… Continue reading

What To Do When Your Pet Brings a Dead Animal Home?

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Most people regard dogs and cats as cuddly companions, but they are also natural-born predators. In fact, this is the reason why humans originally domesticated dogs and cats, so they could help with hunting for food and pest control in homes and storage areas. While most pet owners no longer rely on the predatory instincts… Continue reading

Preventing Squirrels From Eating Your Siding

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While many people see squirrels as cute, playful, and funny animals, they can become destructive. Gnarled siding, chewed wires, and torn-out insulation are several signs of squirrels in the attic and other areas around the home. You can enjoy watching squirrels from a distance, but you should make an effort to protect your home against wildlife… Continue reading

Will Spray Foam Insulation Keep Mice Out of Your Home?

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When you live in Coquitlam with a significant population of rodents, a mice infestation is a common fear. Homeowners are relatively familiar with the damage mice can do, including chewing through structural components and wires. Simply put, an infestation presents a significant health and safety risk. Because of the risks, many homeowners spend hours searching… Continue reading

How Do Wildlife Respond to Extreme Weather?

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Every year as the seasons change, the wildlife around us change their behaviour and habits too. As fall turns to winter and we bring out our warmest blankets, many animals around us are finding or preparing cozy den sites of their own. Our wildlife friends will spend more time than usual in their den sites… Continue reading

What To Do About A Skunk Smell In Your Coquitlam Home?

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A skunk’s scent may be one of the most recognizable smells to the human nose — especially if you’ve lived in the countryside or have pets that frequently encounter these ubiquitous black-and-white striped creatures. If you’ve had a pet track that awful spray into the house, or if the smell wafted in by itself when… Continue reading

Wildlife Lawn Damage in Coquitlam

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Raccoons and skunks have plagued urban neighbourhoods for decades, wreaking havoc on homeowners properties in search of food, shelter and warmth. In recent weeks, homeowners have begun noticing a significant increase in lawn damage in the Coquitlam area. Why Raccoons Are Digging Raccoons are omnivores, meaning they feed on vegetation as well as live critters,… Continue reading

Coquitlam Wildlife Control: How Good Can Mice Hear?

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There are certain animals that are more likely than others to take up residence in human homes and require wildlife removal in Coquitlam. Among the most common unwanted guests are mice. Because mice breed very quickly, a breeding pair can quickly escalate into a full-blown infestation. However, mice are very adept at evading notice. Part… Continue reading

Coquitlam Wildlife Control: Do Squirrels Like Acorns?

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Living in Coquitlam means sharing the environment with a variety of wild animals, including squirrels. Red and grey squirrels are quite common in the area and eat many different types of seeds and nuts, including acorns. This is one type of food squirrels will hoard wherever they nest, but what happens when they decide your… Continue reading

Coquitlam Wildlife Control : Why Would a Skunk Spray You?

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Most people know all too well that skunks emit a smell so foul it can make their eyes water (the spray also contains a tear-gas-like substance that, quite literally, can make your eyes water). Though these animals have a potent defence, it isn’t always clear when or why they use it. Skunks aren’t aggressive, but… Continue reading

Coquitlam Wildlife Control: Why Do Mice Squeak?

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Mice. They are a cute species, and for decades people have been obsessed with their adorable features, resulting in cartoons and the growth of media powerhouses. However, despite the animal’s docile appearance and knack for hiding, too many in one place are always problematic, meaning the necessary assistance of wildlife removal in Coquitlam. Knowing the… Continue reading

A Look at How Squirrels Climb Trees so Effortlessly

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Squirrels are one of the most fascinating little creatures on the planet. People are used to seeing them every day but rarely notice how adept they are at tasks or how versatile they are at moving around. Squirrels possess incredible agility due to the structure of their bodies. Their skills also make them a nuisance… Continue reading

What To Do If You Find A Dead Bat In Your Attic?

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Bats give many people the creeps, but these flying mammals are good for Earth’s ecosystems and humans! Ontario has eight species of bats, all of which are insectivores. When you see them out darting around the skies at night, they’re busy chasing down and eating their dinner! Bats eat insects of all kinds, including mosquitoes,… Continue reading

Coquitlam Wildlife Removal: Can Raccoons Swim?

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Spring is a welcome time of year here. The days start getting longer, snowfall becomes more infrequent and the mercury begins to make its slow climb up the thermometer. It is the time when everything begins to thaw out and life starts moving again. Animals, including raccoons, that spend much of the cold months snug… Continue reading

Coquitlam Wildlife Control: Can Wildlife Spread COVID19?

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The COVID-19 pandemic has upended life throughout the world. Its novelty meant that when the virus began to spread, certain questions went unanswered. Alternatively, some of the information presented at the beginning of the spread was later updated as new research and studies began to find clearer answers to some of our questions. One such… Continue reading

Why Humane Treatment of Bats Is Important?

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Bats are one of the most misunderstood animals on the planet. While they may look creepy, homeowners need to understand the importance of bats. Bats play an important role in our ecosystem’s health and help keep the population of insects such as mosquitoes in check. Here you will learn about the importance of bats, the… Continue reading

Why Humane Treatment of Bats Is Important?

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Bats are one of the most misunderstood animals on the planet. While they may look creepy, homeowners need to understand the importance of bats. Bats play an important role in our ecosystem’s health and help keep the population of insects such as mosquitoes in check. Here you will learn about the importance of bats, the… Continue reading

Our Humane Rodent Removal Process

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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

Did you Know Mating Season Starts in January

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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

Did you Know Mating Season Starts in January

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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

Prevent and Protect Your Home from Rodents

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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

A Closer Look at the Humane Raccoon Removal Process

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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

4 Types of Wildlife That May Make a Home in Your Basement

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You may not give your basement much thought beyond using it for storage or perhaps to house your washer or dryer, but there are different types of wildlife that may view it as a haven for nesting and storing food. Many of these animals are clever enough to find a way inside despite your efforts.… Continue reading

Coquitlam Wildlife Control: How To Keep Mice Out This Fall?

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Fall is a popular season for wildlife to enter homes and prepare safe, warm nests for winter. A home is a perfect place for mice to dwell, offering shelter and a place to avoid predators. These industrious rodents can squeeze through dime-size holes, so your house offers plentiful areas for them to cozy up in… Continue reading

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