Some people consider them pests, while others think of them as cute, tiny bears. But despite having a dual-reputation, there’s one thing that people can agree on: raccoons are a unique species. Donning their famed mask and unique, grippy hands, raccoons are an icon that every Canadian homeowner is familiar with. The problem comes when …
Have you heard loud bumps and thumping noises in the night? Or maybe there are loud, unexpected noises such as scratching or growling coming from upstairs. If so, perhaps it’s time to consider the option that you have a raccoon in your attic and need professional raccoon removal services. And if you do, don’t fret. …
There’s little doubt that raccoons are intelligent creatures. So if you suspect you have a raccoon in the attic, you may not be far from the truth. Raccoons are so smart that they even passed an intelligence test that researchers gave them in 2017. In this test, raccoons were presented with a cylinder containing floating …
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Concerned homeowners often wonder if the Raccoons which may have infiltrated their attic, garage, crawl space, or property in general pose any danger to their pets. The answer is yes. Raccoons are well known for carrying Rabies, a deadly virus that can infect all mammals. Raccoons and other animals with Rabies can often be seen …
In urban environments, raccoons can be very dirty. Think about it; what would you look like if you spent your nights crawling through garbage dumpsters, up and down alleyways and rooftops? Raccoons spend much of their time foraging for food through our waste, finding any leftover meat, fruit, or vegetables that may look tasty to …
Raccoons in Garage? It happens often when someone leaves the garage door open or if the animals find a way to break into the garage. When in it can be difficult to get them out on your own as they can be quite persistent. Luckily, there are simple ways to remove a raccoon family from …
Fleas are perhaps one of the most common types of parasites found in any fur-bearing animals such as your domestic pets (cats and dogs). There are about 2,000 different species of fleas found throughout the world, and more than 300 different types found in Canada and the US. The most common type of flea is the cat …
Every property owner at some point will have to deal with rats. The first sign usually involves streaks of dirt on your walls, chew marks in wood and dark brown rice shaped dropping in your property. These are the common signs of an unwelcomevisitor, Rats! Rats are more destructive than mice, they are physically larger and …
Raccoon Benefits? Raccoons are some of the most common pest mammals. These medium-sized animals feed on many different plants and animals and generally have few exceptions when it comes to their diet. They have unpredictable behaviour and are not fit for keeping as pets. The common practice after a raccoon removal is to seek professional …
Making homemade raccoon traps is fairly easy; all you need is a sturdy wooden plank and a tall barrel or trash can. Use a barrel with a smooth interior so the animal cant grip once trapped inside. However, relocating and releasing raccoons can be a very dangerous process. The raccoon can attack you or can …
