Squirrels may look cute, but like most wild animals, they can carry some harmful diseases, parasites, and infections. Contact or cohabitation with an infected squirrel can pose health risks to you and your family. This can include pets as well. Below, we will discuss some of [...]
Wild snake bites can always be a cause for concern. Many snakes can carry a host of diseases that can be harmful to humans. You should always seek medical attention for a wild snake bite, even if you are sure the snake is not venomous. After [...]
Rabies is a virus that affects all mammals, including humans. This Zoonotic virus can be fatal to those infected without the proper treatment, including pets and people alike. Below, we will discuss some vital facts about Rabies. Rabies is Transferred by Saliva Generally, rabies spreads by [...]
Skunks are a common sight among wild animals in suburban neighborhoods, after squirrels and raccoons. While most people tend to give them a wide berth because of their signature smelly spray, skunks can also carry rabies. Below, we will discuss some of the telltale signs of [...]
Raccoons can be a major nuisance around your home. They love to dig through trash, ravage your garden, and can even invade your home. One unfortunate byproduct of trash panda activity includes a parasitic invader, the Raccoon Roundworm. Known as Baylisascaris procyonis, this parasite can pose [...]
It's no secret that wild animals can host a wide assortment of parasites and diseases. Diseases that can pass from wild animals to humans are referred to as zoonotic diseases. While you may be familiar with some, such as rabies, many of the animals in our [...]
When people hear the term “rabies,” we often think of animals foaming at the mouth, but it often isn’t that simple or clear. While you should always treat a wild animal with respect and caution, it can always be good to know how to identify signs [...]
If you find a wild dead animal on your property, don’t touch it! The corpses of wild animals can harbor all sorts of dangerous pathogens and parasites. Not only that, but improper disposal of a dead critter can lead to fines or even animal abuse charges. [...]
We all know that skunks can deliver a nasty-scented spray from their backside, but are skunks dangerous from the front? Skunks use their spray to mark territory and defend themselves from potential threats, but they can still cause some damage otherwise. Skunk Defenses Generally speaking, most [...]
Rabies is a disease that affects mammals. Generally, it is spread through a bite from an infected animal. The rabies virus affects the central nervous system of an infected mammal. Prolonged illness from the disease can result in paralysis, brain damage, and death. The disease is [...]
