Families of Canada geese occupying parks and crossing busy streets are an all too familiar sight in Kitchener-Waterloo and can cause for concern for area residents. Despite our familiarity with Canada geese, these birds aren’t well understood by the general public and that can sometimes lead to conflict. One of the most common issues related… Continue reading
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Animal Invasion – Preventing Skunks From Making Your Home Theirs
When it comes to wildlife removal, it is the last step in a process that could have been performed much earlier and more easily. That is to say, it is crucial to keep in mind that prevention is always more effective and less complicated and costly than removal. If you do have wildlife on your… Continue reading
Humane Tips & Rules To Follow When Trapping Wildlife
Wildlife control is something countless homeowners throughout Canada have to face all year round. When dealing with an infestation, your first instinct will likely be to get the critters out before they cause damage and put your health at risk. There are some strategies that people try themselves and one that is never recommended is… Continue reading
How to Prevent Conflicts with Canada Geese
Canada geese are well known for their distinctive honk and the sight of them flying overhead in their quintessential ‘V’ formation. The bird has grown into somewhat of a national symbol but they’re not necessarily beloved by everyone. Aggressive behaviour and rampant droppings have made them a public health issue in many areas they congregate.… Continue reading
How to Remove Insulation in Hamilton
Hamilton has a lot of older homes. Many have been remodelled or updated inside. However, attic insulation is something that is often forgotten during a renovation. Rodent and wildlife infestations always damage insulation and reduce its quality and effectiveness. Once your attic insulation is damaged, either by water or rodents, it’s necessary to replace it.… Continue reading
Top 6 Benefits of Cellulose Insulation for Hamilton Homeowners
Searching for the greener solution to old problems has become the forefront of many environmental arguments. All Hamilton residents want to make sure they’re doing the right thing to help this earth last a little long. Cellulose insulation is a greener solution for your home. Environmentally speaking it’s the best option because it’s made mostly… Continue reading
Foxes Spotted – How to Make Sure They Don’t Live on Your Property
Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control has been receiving calls from homeowners in Montreal, Hamilton and Oakville who are concerned about seeing foxes in their neighbourhood. This is actually not unusual. Foxes commonly live in close proximity to human residences and communities where they can find plenty of food, water, and shelter. Urban foxes frequently inhabit yards,… Continue reading
Raccoon Makes Amazing Climb 10 Floors Down a Brick Wall
Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control to the rescue! On April 30th, Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control received a call from a distressed homeowner who has a raccoon on their 10th floor apartment balcony. Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control President and CEO, Bill Dowd, responded to the call. ‘In 27 years of business, this is a first call of… Continue reading
Rabies Vaccine Baiting Set to Resume in Ontario
Ontario is set to start dropping more anti-rabies vaccine as part of its new phase in its fight against the virus, which has so far been found in 70 raccoons and skunks. Chris Davies, head of wildlife research with the province’s Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, said they plan to drop the vaccine in… Continue reading
Rabies Cases Rise in Hamilton, 70 Animals Infected in Ontario
The number of rabies cases in Hamilton continues to grow, prompting a warning from Public Health to steer clear of raccoons and skunks. The wildlife rabies is spreading to more skunks, the number of raccoons and skunks found with rabies since December has jumped by 44 cases to 65 in the past two months.… Continue reading
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