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Spring Season: How To Make Sure Birds Aren’t Entering Your Home

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Spring is finally here. The sun is shining, the snow is melting, and nature is waking up. It is a time for cleaning and getting your yard ready for warm weather.  But, this season also brings some unwanted guests looking for a place to stay. As birds return from migration or wake up from winter,… Continue reading

What To Do If You Encounter A Skunk In Your Yard

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You may step outside and suddenly notice movement near your fence, deck, or garden. At first, it might not feel urgent. But when you realize there is a skunk in the yard, the situation can quickly feel stressful. These animals are calm by nature, but sudden encounters can lead to strong reactions if handled the… Continue reading

Signs of Squirrel Activity Around Your Roofline in February

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You may not think much about your roofline in the winter, but February is one of the busiest months for squirrel activity for your roofline in February. You might not see them right away, but these animals stay active all winter, and your roof is warm, dry, and high off the ground — everything they… Continue reading

Why Mice Love Holiday Storage Boxes and Decorations

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You probably look forward to pulling out your holiday decorations each year. Twinkling lights, wreaths, and ornaments that bring back warm memories. But you may not be the only one excited to open those boxes. Tiny, unwanted guests may already be hiding inside. So, why do mice love holiday storage boxes and decorations? The answer… Continue reading

Why Pigeons Seek Shelter in Urban Areas During the Cold Season

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You might wonder why you see so many pigeons hanging around the city even when the temperature drops. Shouldn’t they fly south like other birds? The truth is, pigeons are experts at surviving cold weather. Instead of migrating, they stick around and look for safe places to stay. That often means homes, attics, balconies, and… Continue reading

Squirrels And Electricity: Their Knack For Knocking It Out!

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Squirrels and power outages are more connected than many Scarborough homeowners realize. These seemingly innocent creatures, frequently spotted darting across yards and scaling trees near the iconic Scarborough Bluffs, have a surprising knack for causing electrical disruptions throughout our community. At Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control, we’ve seen firsthand how these furry rodents can wreak havoc… Continue reading

Effective Rat Prevention Tips for Homes and Offices

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No one wants to spot a rat scurrying through their home or office. These unwelcome guests can cause significant damage to property, contaminate food, and spread diseases.  The good news?  With the right steps, you can keep rats out and maintain a cleaner, safer space. Preventing rats isn’t just about stopping them once they get… Continue reading

Scarborough Wildlife Control: What Type Of Birds Could Be Nesting In Your Attic?

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Have you been hearing strange rustling or chirping noises above your ceiling? If so, there’s a good chance birds may have taken up residence in your attic.  Birds nesting in your attic is more common than many homeowners think, especially in Scarborough, where abundant green spaces, parks, and homes provide ideal nesting spots.  But what… Continue reading

Is This The Biggest Raccoon Infestation In History? How NOT To Let It Happen To You

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Imagine stepping outside your home only to find yourself surrounded by nearly 100 raccoons, scratching on windows and walls, waiting for food. It sounds unbelievable, but that’s exactly what happened to a woman in Kitsap County, Washington. For over 38 years, she had been feeding raccoons on her property, but recently, the sheer number of… Continue reading

The Connection Between Tree Trimming and Squirrel-Proofing Your Home

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Keeping squirrels out of your home might seem like a challenge, but the solution begins right in your yard. Squirrel-proofing with tree trimming is one of the smartest and easiest ways to protect your property. Trees provide squirrels with a natural highway, and any branches that hang over your roof create the perfect launch pad… Continue reading

High-Tech Wildlife Removal: Using Thermal Imaging to Safely Evict Raccoons

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Raccoons might look cute, but they can cause serious trouble when they invade your attic, walls, or basement. From damaging your home to spreading germs and making a racket at night, these animals can quickly become a nightmare. Getting rid of them safely and keeping them out for good can be a real challenge. That’s… Continue reading

The Role of Bats in Ecosystems and Why They Deserve Humane Treatment

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Bats often fly under the radar in conversations about wildlife conservation, but these nocturnal mammals are remarkably important to the health of ecosystems. They perform critical tasks that benefit not just the environment, but also humans, by controlling insect populations, pollinating plants, and dispersing seeds. Recognizing bats’ ecological importance and protection is essential to preserving… Continue reading

Bird Deterrents for Windows: Preventing Collisions

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Have you ever been jolted by the sound of a bird hitting one of your windows? It’s an unsettling experience — for you and, especially, for the bird. These collisions happen because our feathered friends see windows as reflections of the outdoors, not as barriers. They mistake the glass for open skies or leafy treetops,… Continue reading

Scarborough Wildlife Control: Bat-Proofing Your Property After an Infestation

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Bats may play an important role in our ecosystem, but they most certainly do not belong inside your home or business. If you’ve recently dealt with an infestation, the next step is designing a bat-free future for your property. Bat-proofing ensures that these nocturnal flyers find alternative, more appropriate roosting spots and that your living… Continue reading

Seasonal Changes and Raccoon Activity: What To Expect During The Winter

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As the chill of winter descends upon Scarborough, the creatures in our midst exhibit fascinating adaptations to the cold. Among this adaptable wildlife are raccoons, whose behaviour shifts dramatically with the changing seasons. Unlike the bears that hibernate through the harsh winter months, raccoons remain active, albeit with a notable decrease in their daily activities.… Continue reading

Scarborough Wildlife Control: Common Signs Squirrels Are In Your Attic

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If you’ve been wondering, “Can squirrels climb into attics?” you’re not alone. It’s a question many homeowners ask when they hear unfamiliar noises above them. Surprisingly, these creatures are quite adept at making themselves comfortable in parts of your home you’d rather keep them out of. In this blog post, we’ll explore the telltale signs… Continue reading

The Threats Facing Bats: Disease, Habitat Loss, and Climate Change

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Bats are fascinating creatures, but they are facing serious threats that put their survival at risk. Many people wonder, “are bats endangered?” The reality is that several species are struggling due to various bat health hazards. Among the most pressing issues are disease, habitat loss, and climate change. These factors not only threaten bat populations… Continue reading

Scarborough Wildlife Removal: What are Mice Doing When You Hear Scratching?

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The unsettling sound of scratching within the walls of your home can transform the comfort of your living space into a source of anxiety overnight. For many homeowners, this noise is a common yet unnerving experience, often leaving them wondering about the unseen visitors lurking in their homes.  At Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control, we understand… Continue reading

Scarborough Wildlife Control: Why are There Bats Around my House?

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Bats, often considered elusive creatures of the dusk, have been spotted with surprising regularity in suburban landscapes, compelling homeowners to seek wildlife removal in Scarborough. Their sudden presence around your house is typically not random; these winged mammals are drawn to the quiet and safety of dark, undisturbed areas for their roosts. Sometimes, their instinctual… Continue reading

Do Skunks Help Keep Your Yard Free of Pests?

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Thanks to Hollywood films, cartoons, and sitcoms, skunks get a bad rap, but are they really as awful as the big screen makes them out to be? Our Scarborough animal control team knows that skunks are not exactly a pleasure to have around — after all, they terrorize homeowners by digging through trash cans, tearing… Continue reading

What Are the Most Common Entry Points for Wildlife?

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Any holes that you have around your home exterior can be entry points for wildlife as small as rodents and bats or as large as raccoons and skunks. Houses have more holes and possible entry points than you might think. In this article we take a look at the most common types of entry points… Continue reading

What To Expect and How To Prevent Wildlife Infestation

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We humans aren’t the only creatures that catch spring fever. So do the animals. During spring, wildlife awakens from its long slumber, returns from distant migrations and breeds. Animals are greeted by an abundance of food, such as ground shoots, leaves, wildflowers and insects. Lush foliage provides ample coverage, and dried up plant debris provides… Continue reading

Keep Unwanted Animals Away From Your Home this Christmas

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This winter as you prepare to snuggle up with family and enjoy the warmth of the holiday spirit, don’t forget the wildlife species who may want to come and share the special moments with you. If they end up inside your holiday plans could be ruined. But the problems won’t end there. You and others… Continue reading

Can Animals in the Wild Get Frostbite in the Winter?

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Winters in Scarborough are especially cold and brutal. But some wildlife species still spend their time in the open during winter. As you cosy up in your heated home this winter you will no doubt wonder about these animals. Do they even feel the cold? Are they at risk of frostbite? Animal control experts in… Continue reading

Animal Control Scarborough: Do Skunks know they Stink?

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Human beings know it, other animals in the wildlife kingdom definitely know it (that’s why we all keep our distance), but do skunks know it?  Do they know that they stink? This is a question that, no doubt, pops up in the minds of Scarborough residents whenever skunk season rolls around. Of course at this… Continue reading

Skedaddle Wildlife Control: Do Dogs Attract Mice or Keep Them Away?

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Your canine companion may be your best bud, your protector and even lifesaver from time to time, but there can be some uncomfortable features of life as a dog owner. One question that many owners have is, “Does dog poop attract rats?” Others may wonder if their food could be attracting rodents into a home.… Continue reading

Flying squirrels in Cottage Country?

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If you’re the type of person who spends their time outdoors, you may stumble upon a flying squirrel, especially during the summer nights as you enjoy the splendour of your cottage environment. A walk through a nature trail for camping and the open-air may allow you to share a space with a flying squirrel for… Continue reading

Scarborough Animal Control: How Flooding Affects Wildlife

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Floods are part of life on earth. Flood waters have been washing over the face of the planet for years. People have, over the years, built up a resistance to this natural catastrophe to minimize the impact it has on our life and livelihood. Animals have also developed their own coping strategies. But just as… Continue reading

A Glimpse of Mice Summer Activities

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Mice fall in the category with those wildlife animals that remain active all year. This summer, you should consider using humane wildlife control services to protect your Scarborough property from mice intrusion. This summer you may be looking forward to a perfect season of sunbathing, pool splashing fun and general relaxation. But you should also… Continue reading

Educating Children About Wildlife Safety

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If you are raising kids in areas also occupied by wildlife animals, you probably already know that you must prepare them for the inevitable wildlife encounters to come. Thanks to the popular Hollywood depiction of animals, many children may hold false ideas about wildlife characteristics and behaviour. It’s up to parents and guardians to ensure… Continue reading

Scarborough Home to a Variety of Wildlife

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The ecological landscape of Ontario has been changing for the last two decades. Twenty years ago new species of wildlife ventured into Southern Ontario and clearly fell in love with the area because they decided to make it their home. The result? A growing community of wildlife previously not seen in the area. In order… Continue reading

Forest Ravines in Danger

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Many people are aware of the parks in their cities, but they fail to notice the other green spaces. These often-overlooked areas include hidden forest ravines and creeks that snake their way through our urban landscapes. Ideally, these winding narrow valleys should be densely populated with animals, birds, insects, trees, and flowers, but many are… Continue reading

Scarborough Humane Wildlife Control: Raccoons Are Not Pets

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When you are seeking a pet, the last animal on your mind should be a raccoon. Wild animals should never be converted into domesticated animal companions but unfortunately many people today are opting to do just this. They purchase baby raccoons from licensed exotic animal dealers and force these animals to live lives nature never… Continue reading

Scarborough Wildlife: Feeding Birds in Winter

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They are exciting to look at as they flutter around from various tree branches, roofs, and other lofty perches. Birds have been capturing the imaginations of people for generations. There are even entire organizations devoted to observing these animals. But surprisingly, some of the best bird watching can be enjoyed in our own backyards. Want… Continue reading

Protect Your Home from Winter Invaders

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As the cold days set in, winter invaders start looking for a place to stay warm. This is something that you should be aware of because ignoring the possibility could lead to wildlife finding their way inside. Some of the animals that invade people’s homes regularly are skunks, raccoons, squirrels, and mice. They may seem… Continue reading

Protect Your Home This Winter With Humane Wildlife Control

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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

4 Things to Look for When Hiring an Wildlife Control Company

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One of the unavoidable aspects of life in an area that is also occupied by wildlife is invasion of the residential property. Unfortunately, many times when this human and animal conflict emerges the animals suffer greatly as the methods to control them or keep them out of residential property threaten their survival. Through humane wildlife… Continue reading

Understanding Raccoon Behaviour during Fall and Winter

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Wild raccoons are not exactly desirable houseguests. They are often are associated with property destruction and the presence of dangerous diseases such as rabies. But at the same time, they serve an important role in the natural order of things and for that reason it is often illegal to trap or kill them. So what… Continue reading

Raccoon Nesting Begins in Scarborough

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In the dead of night, a clamour rings out as garbage bins are recklessly tossed aside. Scurrying little feet scamper to and fro disturbing the peace of the night. No it’s not Halloween. It’s raccoon nesting season in Scarborough. Raccoon Behaviour As the cold season approaches, raccoons and numerous other wildlife will be seeking refuge… Continue reading

Raccoons in Scarborough: Why They Thrive in the City

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Raccoons are small, intelligent animals made famous by the facial mask around their eyes. They can be found in forests, cities, farms, and suburbs alongside humans. But over the past few years, these animals have started spreading at a rapid rate and infesting the city of Toronto. According to reports, in 2017 the city of… Continue reading

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