Imagine stepping out into your backyard, a cup of coffee in hand, ready to enjoy a peaceful morning only to be greeted by a pungent aroma that’s unmistakably skunk. It’s becoming an all-too-common scenario in homes, with a skunk under the porch or in your yard. This uninvited guest disrupts the serene atmosphere but also… Continue reading
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Understanding Bat Hibernation: Why They Invade Your Pickering Home in Winter
Unfortunately, this often means they seek shelter in our homes, which can be a nuisance for homeowners. But don’t fret, there are humane and effective ways to remove bats from your home and keep them out in the future. In this article, we’ll explore the fascinating world of bat hibernation and provide tips on how… Continue reading
How to Identify a Rat Infestation in Your Pickering Home?
Some wildlife species that share the outdoor spaces in and around Pickering have adapted to living near humans because of the resources they provide and, in many cases, homeowners do not realize that they do so. Rodents, such as mice and rats, are extremely adaptable and can recall food and water sources with little trouble.… Continue reading
Pickering Wildlife Services: Preventing Rats From Invading the Attic
People can appreciate wildlife and still find it unpleasant when it winds up on their property or, worse, inside their attic spaces. Rodents are notorious for finding small entry points and taking up residence in one of the darkest and quietest places in the home, which is why prevention is so important. Rat removal in… Continue reading
Protecting HVAC Systems From Wildlife
Prompt squirrel removal is necessary if the rodents get into your home because of the extensive damage they can cause and the health risks they can pose. The HVAC system is one that is particularly vulnerable to squirrels because it includes outdoor units and openings for ventilation. Because of the expense involved in repairing HVAC systems,… Continue reading
Pickering Wildlife Control: 10 FAQ’s About Little Brown Bats
Their colour and small stature generally help us identify little Brown bats. Little Brown bats are popular because they are found anywhere from Mexico through Canada and Alaska. On average, Little Browns have a wingspan of up to nearly a foot, while their weight comes in under less than an ounce. Learn the answers to… 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
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
You’ll See Skunks Are Gentle Once You Get Past That Smell
While you may never actually see a skunk close up, you definitely know when one has been threatened by just one whiff of their potent and very recognizable spray. Despite the noxious odour, skunks are actually very gentle and quiet animals. Let’s get past the smell and take a deeper look to learn a little… Continue reading
Can Rodents Enter Your Home Through Drain Pipes?
For most people, the idea of large rats climbing out of your sink drain or swimming up from your toilet drain seems like something from a horror movie. Unfortunately, the truth is that sewer rats can and do enter homes through drains. While it is physically possible for mice to enter a home through a… Continue reading
How To Identify Different Types of Wildlife Nests?
This spring, you may run across a few different types of wildlife nests. Though you do not need to know the type of animal that created the nest to call Skedaddle Pickering humane animal removal services, many people are curious about what creatures they are dealing with. Here are a few of the common types… Continue reading
Why Raccoon Removal is a Year-Round Issue in Pickering?
Raccoons never take a break. And why should they? After all, the need to survive is a continuous one for them. Unlike other animals whose activities are reduced in certain seasons like winter, raccoons remain active all year and since they never stop, you can’t afford to let down your guard. Instead, you must remain… Continue reading
Does UV Light Stop Spread of White-nose Syndrome in Bats?
Bats in North America continue to suffer at the hands of their latest enemy, the White-nose Syndrome (WNS). This deadly disease has been attacking and wiping out bat populations around the world and sadly bats in Pickering have also become victims. Humane bat removal and prevention can help Pickering bats in their struggle to survive… Continue reading
Skedaddle Removes Raccoons Humanely From Your Home
Due to the rapid growth and development of the Greater Toronto Area, more and more residents are forced to interact with some forms of wildlife. While wildlife tends to be a valuable addition to people’s lives most of the time, it can also be particularly intrusive. Wild animals are a part of the natural environment… Continue reading
Is a Rodent Infestation Making You Sick?
If you are a Durham homeowner dealing with a rodent infestation, you may not realize that even when you evict mice and rats, the mess that they leave behind stays. This can be very harmful to you and your family because rodents urinate and leave their feces everywhere they go, and by doing so, they… Continue reading
Winter Professional Skunk Removal in Pickering
Wildlife in Pickering never takes a break. Some species may slow down and become less active in the winter, and the odd few even hibernate — but that does not mean that animal control experts don’t have work to do. In fact, skunks and other pests frequently set up shop in residential areas. Attics, basements,… Continue reading
Skedaddle Pickering Skunk Control Removal Methods
Skunks are among those wildlife critters whose presence in the residential space is particularly troubling. Not only do they make the residents of the home uncomfortable, but they also present some health and safety threats. Since Pickering’s skunk population is somewhat large and active, property owners have crossed paths with them quite frequently. When skunk… Continue reading
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