In recent weeks, there have been various coyote sightings on Staten Island. It is important to understand these creatures in order to keep your family and pets safe. Coyote Packs in Our Neighborhoods Coyotes can travel in small packs, usually about 5-6 adults, and the pups [...]
Every year, the majority of birds in the New York/New Jersey area go south for the winter. But as Spring edges closer, those bird populations are going to start returning. If you have had problems with birds in the past, you should shore up your home [...]
Whenever an animal makes itself at home in an attic, they like to get comfortable. This can mean tearing up boxes, ripping into insulation, and defecating all over the place. That’s why it is vital to choose a quality wildlife removal company that offers clean-up and [...]
By now, we’ve written a few hundred articles telling you why it’s bad to let pest animals like raccoons, rats, and the like live in your home. And, we have certainly covered how to keep pest animals out of your garden, shed, or backyard. But we [...]
Skunks are opportunistic eaters that can chow down on just about any type of food available to them. Because of this, they can be a real nuisance to your home, your garden, and your garbage cans. This article will explore some of the many sources of [...]
Rats can be a major issue for any homeowner or business owner. And where there is one rat, more is often hidden nearby. Handling an entire rat colony and ensuring the proper exclusion of the population can be difficult. This is why it is important to [...]
Where there’s one mouse, it’s a safe bet that many more are nearby. Mouse colonies are often huge and for good reason. Mice can reproduce at rapid rates year-round. This means that a small group of mice can quickly explode into a full-on infestation. But just [...]
Often, if one animal can get into your garbage, more can be using it as a food source than you realize. In urban and suburban settings, there is plenty of trash for raccoons, opossums, skunks, and more to get into. If your garbage cans can be [...]
Deer have been popping up more and more on Staten Island and have been a major nuisance to drivers and homeowners. But Where does this wildly growing population of deer live on the island, and how can we limit their destruction to our cars and property? [...]
Foxes can be a pain to homeowners, but they aren’t usually a threat to humans unless they are rabid. However, foxes can pose a real threat to your pets. This article will provide tips for protecting your pets from getting attacked by foxes. Proper Supervision When [...]
