After a relatively warm December, we are finally getting winter weather in January. While areas like New York City are being hit with cold rains rather than winter snow, how does the late start to the winter affect wild animals near you? Hibernating Animals Cool-weather is [...]
Groundhogs, also known as woodchucks, are one of the United States’ largest rodents, in fact they can weigh up to 17 pounds. These rodents can cause all kinds of problems for your property, and even your home. Groundhogs only exist in the northeast region of the [...]
At this time of year, many people hurry to fix the heater, the insulation, and make sure that the windows are sealed off for the fast-approaching winter. One area we often miss is the attic. The attic is often where we store our holiday decorations and [...]
Skunks are one of the most rancid-smelling animals that you may ever come across, so why should you have to deal with them living in your area? Skunks pose many threats to your home, your family, and your beloved pets. All it takes is one accidental [...]
We all know that squirrels are skilled at scaling buildings and climbing walls; but how do snakes do it? Snakes are often caught in attics or inside the walls of homes, but how do they get up there? Snakes have the ability to “climb” rough surfaces [...]
Squirrels, don't they just drive you nuts! These pesky rodents are the cause of a large amount of urban property damage. You may like to watch these cute critters chasing each other around in your yard but what you don't see is what they're doing to [...]
Rabbits may be cute, but they can be a huge detriment to any garden. Any gardener that has a rabbit issue will know that they will chew through a large number of flowers and vegetables alike. While removal of the pesky critters is the most effective [...]
Pigeons are a mainstay of any urban city, however, their dangers are unknown to many. Pigeons carry many diseases such as the H5N2 strain of the bird flu, or the H7N9 strain which can cause very serious illness in humans. In fact, there have been over [...]
Decks and patio spaces are great for entertaining on a nice summer day, but a wild animal may be using yours as its house. Many animal species can use a deck as shelter, to various degrees. It is important to make sure that your deck is [...]
When a snake moves into someone’s backyard, it is because there are a lot of benefits for the snake in the area. Is your backyard a haven for snakes? Snakes like to hide in debris and woodpiles. If the side of your house has a pile [...]