Pitter, patter…. scritchity scritchity… what’s going on up in your attic? It’s late summer, maybe even fall… it can’t be squirrels who’ve gotten in there to nest, because baby season is over, right? Or, is it? Probably not. For many squirrels, another round of babies may be born in August or September. The window of opportunity for this second breeding season varies widely with location, food availability, and individual cycles, among other … [Read more...]
Racoon a.k.a. Raccoon
You’ve got a problem with a racoon… or maybe a whole family or pack of racoons? If you’re referring to those mischievous nighttime visitors—or unwanted attic or chimney dwellers—with striped tails, eye masks, and human-like little hands, then you’ve also got a problem with spelling. Don’t be embarrassed, because it’s totally not your fault. It’s actually an epidemic, unleashed upon humanity by a vast conspiracy among these crafty woodland … [Read more...]
How to Keep Wildlife Out this Winter
As temperatures drop and winds pick up, it’s easy to understand why raccoons, skunks, squirrels, bats, mice, and other small creatures are looking for safety and warmth. But, why, you may ask, must it be in your attic, chimney, or basement? Or, perhaps, someone’s decided to make the space under your porch or deck their winter home. If you want to know how to keep wildlife out this winter, this article is just what you’re searching for. You’ll … [Read more...]
Squirrel Baby Season – Part II
Did you know that unlike most urban wildlife, gray squirrels have two baby seasons; one in the spring, the other in late summer to early fall? Depending on where you are, this is the time of year that young squirrels start venturing out on their own and can sometimes find themselves in difficult situations. And where you find one in a predicament, there’s always a chance that his or her siblings are also in trouble, so it’s important to do a … [Read more...]
Hearing Flying Squirrels in House?
Unlike the ubiquitous gray squirrel, flying squirrels are rarely seen, because they are usually out from after dusk until just before dawn, and they hang out high above our heads in the seed-bearing trees where they forage. Their favorites are beech, hickory, maple, oak, and poplar—the trees we love to plant in yards and neighborhood parks. This brings them close to the temptingly warm and available shelter attics and other denning areas our … [Read more...]
Baby Wild Animals on the Move
Just like our own kids, baby wild animals ultimately are compelled to strike out on their own. Occasionally they may hang around a little longer than expected, but parents eventually give them a good-natured nudge to find their own turf. Either way, you may see these animals—foxes, raccoons, skunks, armadillos, black bears, mountain lions, or others native to your area—in your yard as they look for a suitable place to live. Usually, they continue … [Read more...]
Bird in House? Get Her Out Safely
How’d you wind up with a bird in house? And, what’s the fastest way to get her back out before she gets hurt? First, don’t panic. You’ll be able to get her safely back outside with the steps explained below. Afterward, see if the tips on ways to make a repeat situation less likely might be relevant for your home. What to do about a wild bird in your house… A bird will naturally fly toward light when trying to get out of an enclosed area, so … [Read more...]
Have a Heart Traps
Got an unexpected animal (or several) living under your deck, or maybe in your attic or chimney? You may be thinking of looking for a live trap so that you can attempt to capture him, her or them and then relocate the animal(s) to a natural area. This may seem like a good idea, but if you want to get them out of the house space they are occupying without causing unintentional harm or making the problem worse, that’s not the best way to go. … [Read more...]
How to Get Rid of Mice
You have your suspicions… maybe you’ve seen some tiny droppings here and there, or heard little rustling noises when you enter the kitchen. Mice! But how can you be sure? Are the mice in your attic? The basement? So, how do you get rid of mice? Fear not. Although a mouse infestation is a challenging situation, it is not an unsolvable one, and you’re already on the right path simply by reading this article. Check out the signs… In addition … [Read more...]
Looking for Tips on Raccoon Removal?
Has a raccoon entered your home through a pet entrance? Have you heard one rustling around inside your ceiling, walls, attic, or chimney? Don’t waste time and money on a temporary solution. Here’s the sensible raccoon removal advice you need to assess, solve, and prevent problems with raccoons in your home. For the easily observed accidental intruder… If you find a raccoon in a room of your home, remaining calm will help minimize trouble and … [Read more...]