Squirrels are everywhere. They are in our cities, in our forests, and in our backyards. Squirrels are determined to live with us no matter how much we build. Having such a close relationship with us means that aggressive contact is bound to happen. It does not happen very often, but squirrels are known to injure people when they get too close. For squirrel removal services, call Pest Control Kitchener.
Squirrels are territorial in nature. Males compete for female attention, and females raise their young all by themselves. In the wintertime, a squirrel’s hoard of nuts may be all it has to eat for several months. This way of life results in an aggressive attitude. No squirrel can afford to have its stash taken from it or its babies stolen from its nest. As an adaptive species, squirrels are still present in our cities, which means that at some point, we are bound to get in their way. With so many squirrels in so many places, some instances of squirrel attacks will occur.
It’s a good idea to keep a safe distance from squirrels because they can do some serious harm. A squirrel’s claws are dirty enough to give you sepsis or infect you with tetanus if you get scratched. A single bite could infect you with Leptospirosis. Squirrels even carry the Bubonic plague, so you definitely don’t want to get bit. Not only do they carry disease, but a squirrel’s bite is very painful. The teeth on these animals are so strong that they can chew through metal. If you’ve been attacked by a squirrel, you should seek medical attention immediately. A doctor can give you stitches and provide you with the antibiotics you’ll need.
Squirrels can be quite problematic for a number of other reasons, too. Squirrels, for example, look at houses the way they look at trees. They see an opportunity to nest in a warm, sheltered place above ground. Squirrels can smell the odour of your food emanating from the vents on the roof, and they can tell that the air inside the attic is warm. They will look for a weak point on your roof and try to get inside. Once inside the attic, squirrels cause a mess of urine, feces, and debris, putting you and your family at risk of getting sick. Squirrels also like to chew on the wood, wires, and even plumbing inside the attic, damaging the structure of your home.
Squirrels aren’t terrifying creatures, but you should use caution when feeding them or approaching their nests. They are capable of hurting you and you should do what you can to avoid having them in your house. A wildlife removal company like Pest Control Kitchener can squirrel-proof your house to ensure that this never happens. Our crew members perform thorough inspections and offer quality pest-proofing services to keep you and your family safe from a squirrel attack. Call Pest Control Kitchener today and ask us about our two-year warranty: 226-778-3098.