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Skedaddle Wildlife Control In Kitchener

Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control has been offering humane solutions to wildlife conflicts in Waterloo Region since 1989. Since that time we have helped thousands of clients humanely rid their homes of unwanted wildlife and prevent their return. The region is one of the largest and fastest growing areas in Ontario and is home to large populations of raccoons, squirrels, skunks, birds, bats and mice. These species are well-suited to urban and suburban environments making the need for safe, effective and long-term wildlife control as important today as it was in 1989.

What you need to know about wildlife in Kitchener.

Wildlife is welcomed and encouraged by residents of Kitchener, Waterloo and Cambridge. Waterloo Region is bisected by the mighty Grand River and is home to vast and connected expanses of woodlands, trails, parks and rivers that allow for strong biodiversity that extends right into our neighbourhoods. When humans and wildlife live in close proximity there is bound to be conflict. Mother raccoons and their babies can occupy an attic causing thousands of dollars in home damage. Mice leave unhealthy droppings in drawers and pantries. Skunks burrow below porches bringing terrible odors along with them. In the summer of 2019 alone multiple bats tested positive for rabies in Kitchener.

When urban wildlife species get too close for comfort the safest option is to have the problem dealt with by a professional. The truth is that wildlife in Kitchener-Waterloo is here to stay. Trapping and killing wildlife is both inhumane and ineffective at solving problems long-term. That’s why Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control uses humane methods to remove wildlife, clean up the mess left behind and perform the necessary repair work to prevent re-entry.


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Skedaddle Kitchener in the Community

Our methods for removing wildlife are backed by both the The Humane Society of Kitchener Waterloo and Stratford Perth and the Cambridge & District Humane Society. We are also proud supporters of both these organizations and the work they do for animals in the community. Skedaddle demonstrates its commitment to public education by presenting on urban wildlife at numerous PD Day Camps and volunteer conferences hosted by area humane societies. You can also catch us each year at fundraising events like the Wiggle Waggle Walk in Kitchener’s Victoria Park and The Poochie Power Walk at Riverside Park in Cambridge.

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Why Hire Skedaddle

When unwanted wildlife guests take up residence in your attic, walls or chimney they can cause tremendous amounts of damage. By hiring Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control you get the benefit of our 30 years of experience removing wildlife and protecting homes. Our technicians are trained in roof and ladder safety as well as safe animal handling techniques. When faced with wildlife in your home, trust the professionals and keep yourself out of harm’s way. Best of all, our workmanship and materials are backed by a lifetime guarantee.

MEET OUR TECHNICIANS

Brandon Crawford

Business Development Manager
Brandon Crawford

Growing up in St. George Ontario, Brandon Crawford was raised with an appreciation of the natural world and a passion to help preserve it. He went through all levels of scouting in his youth and received the Chief Scout Award after completing ventures. Co-Directed underprivileged day camps at Five Oaks, while overseeing the nature programs. Brandon graduated from St. John’s College and proceeded to Sir Sanford Fleming where he graduated in 1999.

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Brad Moulton

Wildlife Technician
Brad-Moulton

Brad joined Skedaddle in 2018 after more than 8 years in the hospitality industry.  Working in restaurants taught him the importance of teamwork, good communication skills and customer service.  Brad brings a love of wildlife to his role and also has a background in carpentry, welding and automotive.  Brad’s favourite part of the job is successfully reuniting mother raccoons with their babies after removal.  His most memorable call, however, was the discovery and humane removal of a mother fox and her 6 pups from under a shed.

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James Roberts

Wildlife Specialist

James spent most of his life in the UK before moving to Canada and has experience working in both education and IT before trying his hand at humane wildlife control.

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Joseph Blackborow

Supervisor
Joseph Blackborow

Joseph's love for wildlife and the outdoors lead him to Fleming College's Fish and Wildlife Technician program. After graduation from the program in 2014, Joseph gained construction experience by working on numerous roofing, framing, and decorative concrete projects. Joseph combines his wildlife knowledge and construction background to help him keep his client's home's free of unwanted visitors.

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Ben Duke

Wildlife Technician
Ben Duke

Ben was born in Newfoundland but grew up in Ontario. He graduated from Fleming College’s Fish and Wildlife program before joining Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control. Ben loves spending time outdoors and regularly goes canoeing and camping.

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Chris Stevens

Supervisor
Chris Stevens

Chris Stevens joined the Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control team in 2011 and has been a valuable asset ever since. He enjoys solving wildlife conflicts and finds the work extremely rewarding and exciting. His love of rock climbing is an asset while working on roofs and at heights. Chris is also a volunteer firefighter/paramedic and holds a diploma in Outdoor Recreation and Firefighting. In his spare time, he enjoys working outdoors and being hands-on with wildlife.

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Dillon Ayres

Wildlife Specialist
Dillon Ayres

Dillon received diplomas in both Fish and Wildlife Technology and Forestry at Sir Sanford Fleming College. He loves being outdoors and working with animals so being a Wildlife Technician with Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control is a perfect fit for him. Dillon is also an avid angler who enjoys spending time with friends and family.

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Keith Packer

Supervisor

Keith first graduated from Northern College as a Veterinary Technician in 2002 and then in 2006, as a Veterinary Wildlife Technologist. Keith’s passion for protecting animals has led him to work at the Temiskaming Wildlife Center, the Shepreth Wildlife Sanctuary and the Muskoka Wildlife Center before joining Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control in 2011.

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