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Quebec’s Raccoon Rabies Outbreak: What Greater Montreal Residents Need to Know

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You need to take Quebec’s raccoon rabies outbreak seriously, but there is no reason to panic. By June 9, 2026, the province had confirmed 71 cases of raccoon rabies. That number later rose to 171 confirmed cases since January 1, according to the Government of Quebec. You should know that many early cases were found… Continue reading

Is Your Fall Yard Cleanup Making Your Property More Attractive to Raccoons?

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You may be making your yard more inviting during fall without knowing it. Fallen fruit, garden waste, leaf piles, old wood, outdoor food, standing water, and open spaces beneath structures can provide useful resources. These features may turn one quick nighttime visit into a regular pattern. A visitor that finds an easy meal may return… Continue reading

Will Raccoons Leave Your Home Once Their Babies Grow Up?

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You hear thumping above the ceiling every night. You notice a gap along the soffit that was not there before spring. You find droppings near the roofline and realize something has moved in. Then someone tells you to just wait it out, that they will leave on their own once the babies grow up. So… Continue reading

A Rabid Raccoon Entered a Baltimore School: Could One Get Into Your Home?

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A rabid raccoon could get into your home. An open door may be all it needs, but these animals can also enter through pet doors, chimneys, roof vents, and damaged parts of a roof. Once inside, they may hide in a garage, attic, chimney, or another quiet space. Baltimore residents saw this risk in October… Continue reading

What Is Living Under Your Deck? A Homeowner’s Guide

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Something living under your deck is more common than most homeowners realize and it’s almost always a raccoon, skunk, groundhog, or mouse that’s found exactly what it was looking for. The space under a deck is dark, sheltered, close to the ground, and usually undisturbed for long stretches of time. That combination makes it one… Continue reading

Living Beside a Toronto Ravine: A Wildlife-Proofing Checklist

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Living beside a Toronto ravine means your home needs a full wildlife-proofing checklist. You need more than a quick look at the yard. A professional should check the roof, vents, chimney, soffits, foundation, decks, sheds, garbage storage, trees, and other areas that may draw wildlife close to the house. The goal is to find weak… Continue reading

How Long Will a Mother Raccoon Stay in Your House With Her Babies?

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You start hearing thumping above the ceiling every night. You notice a gap along the soffit that was not there last season. You catch a musky smell coming down from the attic. Then one morning you hear something that sounds like a small animal crying. That is when it becomes clear: there is not just… Continue reading

How Raccoons Find Their Way Into Attics

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You hear it late at night — a heavy thud above the ceiling, then footsteps moving across the attic floor. It doesn’t sound like pipes settling or the house creaking. It sounds like something large, and it’s moving around up there with a lot of confidence. That’s because it’s been there before, and it knows… Continue reading

Cottage Control: How Skedaddle Can Help Protect Your Second Home

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You worked hard for your cottage. The last thing you want is to show up for a long weekend and find out something else has been living there while you were gone. Raccoons, squirrels, bats, and mice are drawn to cottages for the same reasons you love them. They’re quiet, warm, and away from the… Continue reading

Can Raccoons Hurt Your Pet? How To Keep Your Furry Friend Safe

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Your dog goes out for a late-night bathroom break. Your cat is roaming the backyard after dark. And somewhere nearby, a raccoon is doing exactly what these animals do, foraging, exploring, and looking for food and shelter. Most of the time, nothing happens. But when one feels cornered or threatened, it will defend itself, and… Continue reading

Raccoons on the Roof: Why Toronto’s ‘Masked Neighbours’ Love Summer in the City

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You hear the thumping on your roof late at night. You look out the window and see a dark shape moving along your roofline. If you live in Toronto, you already know what it is. Toronto is home to one of the largest urban raccoon populations in the world, and summer is when they are… Continue reading

Raccoons vs. Green Bins: Why Your Summer Garbage Routine Matters

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You put your green bin out the night before pickup, and by morning it’s tipped over, torn apart, and spread across the driveway. Sound familiar? Raccoons are one of the most common wildlife problems in Coquitlam, and your garbage routine plays a bigger role in attracting them than most homeowners realize. Summer makes the problem… Continue reading

Raccoons in the Rowhome: Why Baltimore‘ Rooflines, Alleys, and Trash Days Create Wildlife Hotspots

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You put your trash out the night before collection and wake up to find the bags torn open and scattered across the alley. You hear heavy footsteps on the roof after dark. You notice a gap in the soffit above your front door that definitely was not there last spring. If you live in Baltimore,… Continue reading

Raccoons Climbing The Fire Escape? Should You Worry?

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You step out onto your fire escape and find droppings on the landing. The metal railing has scratch marks you did not notice before. A neighbor mentions they spotted a large raccoon climbing up the side of the building after dark. If any of this sounds familiar, you already have a problem and it is… Continue reading

Raccoons In Your Neighbourhood? Why You Should Be Concerned

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It might start with a knocked-over garbage bin. Or maybe you hear a strange thumping noise in your ceiling at night. You might even see a masked face peering out from under your deck. Seeing raccoons in the neighbourhood is very common these days, especially in the city. They may look cute and fluffy, but… Continue reading

Steel City Wildlife Watch: Why Hamilton Homes See More Raccoons, Skunks, and Rats

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Summer construction can bring big changes to Hamilton neighbourhoods and it often brings more raccoons, skunks, and rats too. Roadwork, home renovations, new builds, and disturbed green spaces can push them out of the spots they normally use for shelter and food. When that happens, they start looking for somewhere new to go, and nearby… Continue reading

Why Summer Is One of the Busiest Seasons for Raccoon Removal

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Summer is one of the busiest seasons for raccoon removal because it lines up with birthing season, when mothers move into attics and chimneys to raise their young. You might notice more scratching, more noise, and more activity around your home during these months, and that’s not a coincidence. Warmer weather brings both growing families… Continue reading

Ottawa Raccoon Removal: How One Open Roof Vent Led to an Attic Wildlife Problem

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When homeowners think about raccoon entry points, they often picture damaged soffits or loose shingles. However, during a recent Ottawa-area service call, the source of the problem was something much less obvious: an exposed roof vent. What appeared to be a minor vulnerability from the outside had become a direct pathway into the attic for… Continue reading

How Common Is It For Raccoons To Get Into A Chimney?

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You may not think much about your chimney unless you use your fireplace. But when warm weather arrives, chimneys can quickly become a target for animals looking for shelter. These spaces are dark, warm, and protected, which makes them attractive during nesting season. In London, our team at Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control often sees how… Continue reading

The Raccoon Diet: Are You Supplying Their Favorite Snacks Outside Your Home?

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You might be supplying raccoons with their favorite snacks without even knowing it. By leaving pet bowls outside, forgetting to secure your trash, or letting birdseed spill on the ground, you are creating a perfect buffet for these hungry animals. Raccoons are resourceful and opportunistic, meaning they will take full advantage of anything that looks… Continue reading

Why Raccoons Become a Bigger Problem in Summer

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Raccoons become a bigger problem in the summer because they have increased activity levels, they need to raise their young, and there is a higher availability of food. During the warm months, these animals actively forage to feed their babies and prepare for the coming winter. They often scavenge from trash cans, gardens, and yards.… Continue reading

Raccoons And Your Garbage: How To Keep Them Out

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If you want to know how to stop raccoons from getting into your garbage, the answer is simple. You need to secure your trash bins tightly and hire a professional team to remove the animals from your property. Raccoons are very smart animals with strong hands. They can easily pry open loose lids, tip over… Continue reading

Lazy Summer Days: How Raccoon Behaviour Changes In The Warmer Weather

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As the temperatures rise and the days grow longer, raccoons transition out of their winter state of rest and become much more active. These clever creatures take advantage of the warm weather by spending their time foraging for food, looking for water sources, and caring for their babies. You may catch sight of them in… Continue reading

What Are Raccoons Doing In The Spring: A Look At Their Behavior

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Spring brings a big shift in behavior, and you are likely noticing more movement around your home. You may see more activity at night, hear noises above your ceiling, or notice disturbed garbage and outdoor spaces. Raccoons are coming out of winter and becoming very active as they look for food, shelter, and safe places… Continue reading

Is It Safe to Remove Wildlife Yourself? What You Need to Know

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It usually starts with a noise scratching in the attic, movement in the walls, or something shifting overhead late at night. For many homeowners, the first instinct is to handle the problem themselves. After all, how hard could it be to remove a raccoon or squirrel, seal the entry point, and move on? The reality… Continue reading

Protecting Your Pets from Wildlife: What Every Pet Owner Needs to Know

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Living in the Okanagan means enjoying beautiful landscapes, abundant nature, and close proximity to wildlife. While this connection to the outdoors is part of what makes the region so appealing, it also means that encounters between wildlife and pets are more common than many homeowners expect. Curious animals exploring yards, searching for food, or seeking… Continue reading

What Type Of Damage Can Raccoons Do To Your Attic?

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If you hear heavy thumping above your ceiling, you might be dealing with a serious problem. What type of damage can raccoons do to your attic? These animals can tear off roof shingles, shred your insulation, chew through electrical wires, and leave behind massive piles of hazardous waste. They use their strong hands to rip… Continue reading

Do Raccoons Remember Your House? What Science Says

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You want a clear answer right away: yes, science shows that raccoons remember your house. Research on raccoon memory and behavior confirms they have strong long-term memory. If they find food or shelter at your home, they can remember that location for years. That is why many homeowners ask:  Do raccoons remember houses?  Do raccoons… Continue reading

Top 5 Reasons Why Raccoons Are Coming To Your Property

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Raccoons are attracted to your property because they are looking for accessible garbage, abundant food sources, ideal sheltering spots, water sources, and easy access points. You might notice these masked animals visiting your yard at night in search of basic survival needs. They are highly adaptable creatures that view residential areas as the perfect place… Continue reading

How Storm Damage Creates Hidden Opportunities for Raccoons

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Storm damage creates hidden opportunities for raccoons and other animals by breaking open weak spots on your roof and letting water soak into the wood. When heavy winds and rain hit, they can rip off shingles, bend vents, and break tree branches. This forces local wildlife to look for new, warm shelters. Your attic or… Continue reading

The Most Overlooked Raccoon Entry Points on Modern Homes

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The most overlooked raccoon entry points on modern homes include roof-soffit intersections, plumbing mats, roof vents, gable vents, and the space where the roof edge meets the eavestrough. These clever animals use their strong paws to find weak spots in building materials, easily pulling apart aluminum or shingles to get inside. Homeowners often check large… Continue reading

Why Feeding Raccoons Causes Bigger Problems Than You Think

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You might enjoy watching wildlife in your backyard. But treating your property like a restaurant leads to severe consequences. Feeding these masked creatures causes bigger problems than you think because it makes them lose their natural fear of humans. When they expect food from people, they become aggressive, spread dangerous diseases, and severely damage property.… Continue reading

A Raccoon in the Attic… But No Entry Point on the Roof

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In many Denver homes, the sound of scratching or movement overhead is usually a clear sign that something has found its way into the attic. Most homeowners immediately assume the same thing: a raccoon has likely entered through a damaged section of the roof. It is a common and often accurate explanation, which makes these… Continue reading

Where Do Raccoons Go When They Get Into A House?

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When raccoons get into a house, they usually head for the attic, chimney, walls, or basement. These areas offer the perfect conditions for raccoons—they are warm, dark, quiet, and safe for building a nest. You might start hearing heavy footsteps above your ceiling at night or strange scratching noises coming from inside your walls. These… Continue reading

Should You Try To Approach A Raccoon In Your House?

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No, you should never try to approach a raccoon in your house. These creatures are wild, unpredictable, and highly dangerous when they feel trapped inside a home. You might think they look cute or harmless, but getting too close can lead to severe injuries or the spread of serious diseases. You must keep your distance… Continue reading

How Raccoon Behaviour Changes In The Spring

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As winter fades and temperatures begin to rise, many homeowners start noticing more wildlife activity around their neighbourhoods. One animal that becomes especially noticeable in the spring is the raccoon. You might spot one crossing a yard at dusk, walking along a fence, or exploring areas around your home. This seasonal increase in activity isn’t… Continue reading

Could Raccoons Be In Your Shed

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If you’re wondering whether you might have raccoons in your shed, the honest answer is yes—it’s very possible, especially here in Montreal. Sheds offer shelter, warmth, and protection from predators and harsh weather. In neighbourhoods across the island, from NDG to Ahuntsic-Cartierville, raccoons regularly look for quiet structures where they can nest, particularly in the… Continue reading

Spring Prevention: How To Protect Your Home From Raccoons

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As the weather starts to warm up, you might be thinking about spring cleaning, gardening, or finally opening up the windows. But while you are getting ready for the new season, raccoons are busy doing the exact same thing. Spring is the busiest time of year for these animals because they are looking for a… Continue reading

How Raccoons Enter Homes During The Spring

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Spring is a time of renewal. Snow melts, flowers begin to bloom, and the days grow longer. Many Hamilton homeowners enjoy opening windows to let in fresh air. At the same time, local wildlife becomes more active. While returning birds are a welcome sign of the season, heavy footsteps in the attic are not. These… Continue reading

Should You Approach A Raccoon In Your Attic?

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Hearing scratching, thumping, or scurrying sounds in your attic can be unsettling. If you suspect a raccoon has taken up residence, it’s natural to wonder whether you should confront it yourself. At Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control in Minnetonka, we know that these situations can feel stressful, and we want homeowners to make safe, informed choices.… Continue reading

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