Finding animals in your chimney can be an unpleasant surprise. Chimneys often attract raccoons because they provide warmth, safety, and shelter, similar to natural hollow spaces. While they may seem harmless, raccoons in your chimney can cause loud noises, health risks, and structural damage. Removing them isn’t simple and requires a humane, skilled approach—especially if… Continue reading
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Raccoon Damage to Roofs: What Toronto Homeowners Need to Know
If you’ve been hearing strange noises in your attic or noticed unexplained damage to your roof, there’s a good chance a raccoon is to blame. These clever animals are common in Toronto, and the city’s urban environment provides an ideal habitat for them. Understanding what attracts raccoons, how they can damage your roof, and steps… Continue reading
The Urban Raccoon Diet: What’s Attracting These Masked Marauders to Your Property
Raccoons are notorious for rummaging through garbage bins, scouring backyards, and turning up in the most unexpected places. These intelligent animals, often dubbed “masked marauders” due to their recognizable facial markings and mischievous tactics, are primarily driven by one thing—their diet. If you’re wondering what attracts raccoons to your Whitby property or how to keep… Continue reading
Smyrna Wildlife Control: Are There Any Raccoon Predators?
Raccoons are often seen rummaging through trash cans or scurrying across roads, but not everyone knows much about these clever creatures. Although some people mistakenly think that raccoons are rodents, they are actually members of the Procyonidae family. Known for their striking black masks and bushy tails, raccoons have a knack for adapting to urban… Continue reading
Why Are Raccoons Attracted to My Toronto Home?
If you’ve noticed the pitter-patter of tiny feet on your roof or found your trash cans mysteriously overturned, you might be dealing with a raccoon intrusion. These clever animals are often drawn to urban areas like Toronto in search of food and shelter. Raccoons are extremely adaptable and can easily enter homes through chimneys, attics,… Continue reading
Marietta Wildlife Removal: What Should I Do If I Find a Baby Raccoon?
Encountering a baby raccoon in your backyard can be both charming and concerning. As adorable as they are, many may wonder, are baby raccoons dangerous? While they are generally not aggressive, it’s crucial to remember that even young wildlife can carry diseases and become frightened when approached, leading to defensive behavior. If you find a… Continue reading
Surrey Wildlife Control: Why It’s a Bad Idea to Feed Raccoons
Are you a nature lover who enjoys watching wildlife animals roam in your backyard? While it’s understandable that you want to connect with the local wildlife, feeding them isn’t always the best idea. Feeding raccoons can lead to various problems, including property damage, health risks, and even legal issues. Here’s the truth about feeding these… Continue reading
Madison Wildlife Control: The Role of Raccoon Dens in Winter Survival
Winter is the time when many animals, including raccoons, seek shelter and warmth. This often means finding or creating a den to hunker down during the cold months. But what is a raccoon den and why are they so important for these animals’’ survival? We’re going to break that down and explain why professional intervention, like the… Continue reading
Do Raccoons Hibernate in Coquitlam
The Coquitlam area is home to a variety of wildlife species, including the mischievous raccoons known for their notorious habits of scavenging through trash cans and making a mess on your property. But as the colder months approach, many Coquitlam residents may wonder if these critters hibernate. The answer is no, raccoons do not hibernate… Continue reading
Markham Wildlife Control: 3 Things Raccoons Are Afraid Of
Many people love to see raccoons because the furry creatures look cute and cuddly. Unfortunately, raccoons sometimes move into homes when they need shelter from the elements, so having the animals on your property only increases the odds of having them inside your house. You must know how to keep raccoons away to avoid an… Continue reading
Keep your Pets Safe From Raccoons and Skunks With These Tips
From a distance, raccoons and skunks look cute, but up close and personal, wildlife can be very dangerous to humans and pets. Momma raccoons are highly protective of their young and will attack your dog if he gets too close to the nest. Skunks are also skittish and will spray their scent on a dog… Continue reading
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