Leeches are found in lakes, rivers, swamps, and streams throughout the country. Some still give in to the myth that if a leech bites them, they will suffer from a parasitic effect. The reality, however, is that leeches are relatively harmless. In fact, some medical professionals still use leeches today as a form of therapy. They have been used medicinally for several thousand years, and they are safely removed without the need of a … [Read more...]
Natural Ways to Create Deer Repellent
Deer are no friend to a garden. In fact, most gardeners will find themselves with a feeling of dread if they spot a deer anywhere near their backyard garden. A mature deer can eat as much as 10 pounds of food per day, which means they could consume an entire garden long before anything is harvested. A deer diet will vary depending on the region where they live, as well as the breed of deer. However, gardeners and homeowners must know how to … [Read more...]
Tips for Wild Tenant Eviction
If you’re like most people, you probably never pictured yourself being a landlord or thought about the sticky problems of having tenants who might not meet their obligations. And, now, all of a sudden you are that person, trying to figure out how to evict a tenant. What’s worse, you can’t even talk with your tenant about eviction. Yep, the language barrier is a tad more challenging when you’re dealing with non-paying tenants who happen to be … [Read more...]
Critter Gitters and the Rise of Humane Wildlife Control Providers
When you’ve got critters in places you’d rather not have them—raccoons in your chimney, bats in your attic, or birds nesting in a vent—you have a choice that was unavailable to homeowners a few decades back. Rather than having to settle for someone who will use outdated methods that are not only cruel but have no chance of giving you long-term relief from the problem, you can consult with a humane wildlife control service. That’s progress worth … [Read more...]
Have an Animal Control Problem?
Expect the unexpected. It’s sure worth trying to, especially when it comes to living in harmony with your local wildlife. Naturally enough, animals look for food and shelter, and if you’re inadvertently providing it, you’re more likely to encounter conflicts with them. Check out ways to “expect the unexpected” with practical prevention tips once your current problem is solved. Meanwhile, here’s what you need to know about wildlife control to get … [Read more...]
Animal in the Basement: Who You Gonna Call?
Basements can be a tad scary even without hearing things scurrying around. But when you (or your pet!) hear something that sets off your gut-level "animal in basement" alarm, remember… it’s actually super rare for such noises to turn out to be anything worthy of a lead role in a horror flick. Seriously—almost never. Ninety-nine times out of a hundred (maybe more!) it’s simply a small animal in your basement—or several. So, keep calm and carry… … [Read more...]
Find Your State Wildlife Agency
To determine your state’s local regulations for wildlife management, consult your state wildlife agency. They can also help you confirm if it is baby season in your region and whether or not it is a safe time to evict and exclude or humanely harass wildlife. Wildlife Agencies Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Alaska Department of Fish and Game Arizona Game and Fish Department Arkansas Game and Fish … [Read more...]
Moose, Mooses, and How to Avoid a Moose Attack
If you happen to see more than one moose, please, whatever you do, don’t refer to them as “mooses” because they really hate that. Come on, people. The plural of moose is (wait for it…) moose. How these supersized ungulates arrived at this preference no one quite knows. But given their considerable size, there’s no point in arguing with them about how plurals are formed. Mature male moose (got it now?) can be 6 or 7 feet tall at the shoulder. … [Read more...]
Poison Is Bad — and, Undeniably, “Very Rude”
Check out the catchy beat and dance moves in this 30-second “Poison Is Bad” video… As you can see, four out of four men in black clearly agree: Not only is poison bad, “It is very rude.” Seriously, though, everyone who knows the truth about poison knows it’s an outdated, cruel approach to rodent control. Not something you—as a 21st century human—want to even consider using. Poison can cause death and physical suffering for the children, pets, … [Read more...]
Ultrasonic Pest Repeller… Real? Or, Ripoff?
If you’re looking for alternatives to traps and poisons to deal with a pest problem, you may be wondering, “Do ultrasonic pest repellers work?” It sounds like an easy solution, but you’d rather not waste your money if it’s not going to work. As it turns out, the Federal Trade Commission has challenged several manufacturers and retailers for making false claims about the effectiveness of electronic pest control, such as claiming their product … [Read more...]
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