Pet owners should always remain vigilant for threats to the health and safety of their furry family members. Encounters with wild animals in your neighborhood can create potentially dangerous situations for your cat or dog. Your pets should never be outside unattended. And if they are, [...]
As the days get colder, geese will begin their migration south. Unfortunately for New York and New Jersey residents, it may mean more geese around our homes. Geese can stay in an area for a few days or weeks between flights. Even worse, some flocks may [...]
In New York and New Jersey, rodent sightings are a fact of life. When you have a mouse infestation in your home, it will likely be one of 4 species of mice common in our area. These are the field, eastern deer, house, or white-footed mice. [...]
Generally, rodents try to den where they can feel safe, dry, and well-fed. As urbanization continues, rodents have to adapt to their surroundings, and that means living among more humans. In New York and New Jersey, there is no escaping the reality of rats, mice, and [...]
Restaurants that have animal intruders can face extreme consequences in their health ratings, and could also contribute to outbreaks of diseases and illnesses in their community. Below, we will discuss some of the most common ways that wild animals can affect your restaurant. Pathogen Contamination in [...]
Possums can be beneficial to our urban environment, eating problematic bugs like ticks and mosquitoes. The scavengers play an important role in cleaning up after other critters in the wild. However, you don’t want one in your house. Below, we will discuss some ways that a [...]
With more and more homes turning to solar panels on their roofs, more homeowners are dealing with animal interference. Wild animals can reduce the efficiency of your panels. Bird nests, wire damage, and more can lead to costly repairs. Below, we will discuss how animals can [...]
When pest animals invade homes, they can cause major disruptions. This can include affecting the electrical systems of your home. In some cases, animals can cause power outages and even electrical fires. Below, we will discuss some of the most common ways that wildlife can cause [...]
Racoons, despite rooting around in trash, can be fairly hygienic species, as far as urban animals go. They defecate in communal sites, much like humans. Just like we try to limit our waste activities to the bathroom, raccoons tend to pick out a spot to use [...]
If there are bird nests on your property, your first instinct may be to remove them. Unfortunately, this may be illegal. Depending on the type of bird, or if it has eggs, or is caring for young, you may not have the ability to legally remove [...]
