SKEDADDLE BLOG

Each year, police stations across the country receive hundreds of calls from concerned residents reporting that they’ve heard a shrieking woman. After dispatching an officer, the most experienced emergency phone operators start to ask further questions. “Have you seen foxes on your property recently?” they may inquire. The responding officer performs a cursory check, determines… Continue reading

Aside from the warm weather that melts away the cold snow, one of the best parts about the spring season is witnessing the beautiful wildlife that visit our backyards. As the thick blanket of snow is lifted, fresh vegetation and food sources emerge for wildlife and their newborns to feast on. Unfortunately, many wildlife families… Continue reading

Wildlife will always find a way. If food sources run low, temperatures run high, the days are short, or the nights are long, animals adapt to the environment around them and optimize their experience the best they can. Some animals respond to the changing temperatures by going into hibernation, and others enter into a state… Continue reading

If you thought your wildlife worries were over because Halloween pumpkins have since expired, think again. Decorating for the holiday season can still  attract wildlife to both the inside and the outside of your home. However, there are small steps you can take to ensure the security of your home, and prevent any damages that… Continue reading

One of the most significant threats to the survival of the world’s wildlife is habitat fragmentation, and one of the major contributors to fragmentation is roads. When we build roads, we erect an obstacle between one part of a habitat and another. Unfortunately, wild animals don’t understand the dangers associated with roads and road traffic..… Continue reading

Urban wildlife can be entertaining when you’re watching them from afar. Once they move into your home, they become much more of a nuisance. Sometimes, homeowners try to save money carrying out their own wildlife removal and control, but this can be extremely dangerous, and most times ineffective. Trying to do the job yourself can… Continue reading

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

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

The arrival of another winter season means that homeowners must double their efforts to fortify their residences against entry from wildlife seeking shelter from the freezing temperatures. Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control offers tips for winter wildlife control so property owners can feel safe and comfortable inside their homes while navigating the colder months of the year.… Continue reading

  To the average skeptic, it may seem that for every new, clean energy we create, there are still harmful consequences which eventually become clear. Wind turbines provide an environmentally friendly energy source, but they haven’t exactly been welcomed in every corner of the world. Wind turbines are loud, visually off-putting and not particularly efficient.… Continue reading

  Sharing your vehicle with a family of mice is not a pleasant experience at all. It can be quite unnerving to hear the little animal scurrying around inside the vehicle without actually seeing him. Much worse is if the animal becomes frantic (usually this happens at the sight of humans) and starts to dash… Continue reading

  Raccoon mothers have a reputation for making warm, cozy nests in your attic. They’re fiercely protective and will do anything to protect their kit (baby raccoons). Keep reading to find out more about raccoon babies and why raccoon removal experts may provide the most humane solution to your problem. The Role of a Mother… Continue reading

  Canada is quickly transforming into a tick zone. As the climate gradually changes in favour of the insects, more and more of them are pouring into Canada on the backs of migrating animals and domesticated ones as well. Since ticks carry many negative consequences with them, it is definitely time for Canadians to safeguard… Continue reading

  The wetlands of Wisconsin are incredibly important. Did you know that around 15% of the entire state is wetland? It’s an essential terrain for many different forms of wildlife. Plants, fish and even human beings depend on these areas. There are several different types of wetland and some of them play a crucial role… Continue reading

  We often think of wildlife animals as being invincible especially when it comes to the numerous viruses and bacteria that endanger human health. But wildlife animals are just as susceptible to ailments as people. In fact, one parasite, the tapeworm or Echinococcus multilocularis (E.multilocularis), is wreaking havoc on the wildlife population of North America.… Continue reading

Wildlife living in your Etobicoke home can cause extensive damage to your possessions and property, and even pose a health risk to you and your family. Unfortunately, simply removing the offenders is only half the job. Once the unwanted houseguests have been removed from your home, you still need to clean up their mess. The… Continue reading

Glossy black European Starlings with their purply greenish iridescent heads, backs, and breasts, are a common sight in Canada and can be found in both urban and rural areas. Southern Ontario is a winter hub for starlings and over 255,000 starlings stay in the Golden Horseshoe area. This is a mere fraction of the starling… Continue reading

One of the biggest reasons to avoid contact with wild animals is the risk of contracting the diseases they can potentially carry. Rabies ranks high among those diseases and raccoons are among the common carriers. But sometimes distemper in a raccoon can be mistaken for rabies. We’re exploring some similarities and differences between these two… Continue reading

Wildlife animals are cute to observe… from a safe distance. But close interactions create the risk of harm coming to you or the animal, and possibly contracting parasites and diseases. Skunks are no different as they carry diseases such as rabies. When you encounter a rabid skunk, you need expert animal control services. A rabid… Continue reading

Mice have been sharing this planet with people for centuries and given the furry rodents’ propensity to procreate and their savvy survival skills, this is a situation that is unlikely to change anytime soon. A mouse problem can escalate from nuisance to full-blown infestation in a matter of weeks. As you can imagine, it is… Continue reading

Just the mention of the word rabies is sufficient to send panic into the hearts of many people, especially those who share a space with wildlife animals. But knowledge of the disease can help to inform the way we behave around wild animals and lead to a reducing our likelihood of contracting the ailment. Through… Continue reading

Mice are synonymous with countless issues faced by people who find them in their homes. These furry rodents are among the most difficult animals to eliminate from buildings. In their bid to survive, they move into buildings that they perceive can provide them with food, warmth, and safety from predators and the elements. Mice are… Continue reading

As beautiful and appealing as birds can be, they can still present many challenges to property owners.. Additionally, like many other wildlife animals, birds can transmit diseases to people while also practicing nesting, feeding, and other habits which could sometimes be a nuisance to people. Wildlife control services are often engaged to handle problems with… Continue reading

If mice and other wildlife move in into your home, it can create quite a big problem. First of all, they can ruin your property, create huge amounts of damage or even transmit various diseases to you or your family members. Whatever the case, when you notice there are uninvited guests like these in your… Continue reading

As the cold days come near, we usually search for warm places and avoid being outside for too long. But, we are not the only ones who do not like cold places- rodents are quite similar to us when it comes to this. Unfortunately for us, they usually find a safe place in our home… Continue reading

As cold weather approaches, you may wonder if a squirrel in winter may seek shelter inside your warm house or think about how to keep mice away. However, if you have a deck or porch, animals may also make a den on or under it. This is more likely in winter when you probably aren’t… Continue reading

Controlling wildlife on your property can be pretty challenging, especially if you live in Rexdale, where humane wildlife control companies frequently receive calls from concerned homeowners. When dealing with unwanted animals by yourself, it is always important to choose humane ways to remove them. At the same time, people usually opt for poison since this… Continue reading

As you settle into your home this winter, enjoying the company of family and friends and basking in the cozy warmth of your home, the last thing you want to contend with is unwanted animal residents in your shed. Wild animals are notorious for invading sheds during the winter and creating mayhem by damaging the… Continue reading

Purchasing a new home is a very fulfilling and exciting experience for many people. But real estate acquisition is also very tedious as a number of factors must be considered. The process can be so complicated and thrilling at the same time that a key issue like an animal infestation is often overlooked. Most new… Continue reading

Scarborough winters can be bitterly cold and this drives wildlife out of their natural habitat and into your home. Fortunately there are a number of humane wildlife control strategies that you can implement to keep unwanted animals out of your house. Inspect The first step to eliminate unwelcome houseguests is to identify their entry points.… Continue reading

As the year comes closer to an end we all know what to expect when it comes to Canadian winter weather. Once the leaves start falling off the trees the freezing temperatures bring snow and cold winds. What many of us don’t realize is that we should be made aware of potential den sites in… Continue reading

Wildlife belongs in the wild. Little field mice in your garden might be cute when you look out the window, but rodents and other small wild animals in your house are actually a pest. Once they move in, they destroy your property and can potentially spread serious diseases. The bottom line is you don’t want… Continue reading

Although we are often oblivious to it, human beings share planet earth with many other life forms. Sadly the earth’s wildlife species are often victims of man’s actions. The damage is greater when there is a conflict between animals and people. One area that is notorious for human-animal conflict and the resulting devastation is the… Continue reading

Trying to handle a wildlife problem in your home on your own may not be the best answer. Many people try DIY strategies or techniques when dealing with an animal infestation. Unfortunately this is not the right approach for several reasons namely the fact that infestation control is not as simple as most assume it… Continue reading

When you’ve got a raccoon or some other animal scurrying around your home in Rexdale the first thing on your mind is removal right? It is true that many of us never give a second thought to the how or why of wildlife animal control but we should. Wildlife have a right to the opportunity… Continue reading

Does feeding wildlife give you a sense of serenity? Do you find it entertaining? If you answered yes, you are among the millions of people around the world who enjoy feeding wildlife. But did you know that while you are reaping the benefits of the experience, the animal you feed may be hurt in the… Continue reading

Wild animals can be very clever, often times leaving many people to wonder how animals made their way inside homes. The simple truth is that as long as there is an access point that creates a path to the inside of a building, animals will find it. One of these access points is the buildings… Continue reading

Human beings and animals have coexisted on the earth for millennia. The relationship became strained with the introduction of various forms of pollution as people modernized their lives and increased their presence on the planet’s precious land space. Today, the interaction between human beings and the remainder of nature becomes uncomfortable from time to time… Continue reading

Rexdale wildlife citizens are gearing up for fall. Are you prepared for what’s coming? Through the use of humane wildlife prevention, Rexdale residents can protect their spaces from invasion with a clear conscience knowing that they have done their best to prevent harm from coming to the animals and at the same time used methods… Continue reading

Since wildlife has has become a common reality for Etobicoke residents, you may well be wondering which animals hibernate as winter approaches. Knowledge of this kind of behaviour will no doubt help to determine the types of humane wildlife prevention Etobicoke residents use in the winter. Hibernation Vs Torpor Since some animals don’t really hibernate,… Continue reading