Squirrels are everywhere you go – at home, at work, in the city, and in the countryside. They’re so common, hunting them must be allowed, right? Hunting squirrels in Ontario is allowed, but only under the right circumstances and with the right licensing. There is an entire process one must undergo to legally hunt squirrels. …
Squirrels are pests you don’t want on the inside of your home. These creatures carry diseases and will cost you hundreds of dollars in damages if they get inside your walls. As rodents, they will chew through the structure of your home and nest in the insulation, using it as a latrine that will wreak …
Trapping and relocating squirrels might seem like a humane solution to a squirrel problem, but it is, in fact, harmful to the squirrels involved. Moving squirrels from one place to another is also against the law. If you’re dealing with a squirrel infestation on your property, you should get professional help instead. Call Pest Control …
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Mice are a common problem to Canadians and homeowners all around the world. If given the chance, they will damage the structure of your home and contaminate your food with harmful pathogens. Mouse infestations are difficult to deal with and should be avoided at all costs. With that being said, keeping mice out of the …
Humans have the privilege of air conditioning. We can hide from the sweltering heat that is outdoors by staying in our homes or public spaces. But what about the animals? What do squirrels do during a heatwave? Heatwaves do have an effect on squirrels, and they risk sending them to your house for relief. An …
Squirrels are troublesome and destructive pests that will wreak havoc on the structure of your home if they get inside. These rodents will damage the insulation and leave a mess of feces and urine wherever they nest. They’ll even chew on electrical wires, putting your home at risk of power outages and fire. If there …
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Is that a bird’s nest in your tree, or a squirrel nest? If there’s a big, bushy nest in your tree’s canopy, it may in fact be home to a family of squirrels. Squirrels have engineered nests that can withstand the elements and keep their babies safe several stories up above the ground. If you …
Squirrel nests can be rather large and quite noticeable from a distance. Some might not like the look of having squirrel nests in their trees and want them taken down. Removing squirrel nests however is a difficult task for the average homeowner and risks hurting the people and squirrels involved. For proper squirrel nest removal, …
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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 …
Squirrels are famous for eating nuts and hoarding them for the winter. But is it bad for their health? Is it wrong to feed squirrels? Not entirely. It depends on which nuts you feed them and in what quantity. Feeding the squirrels in your neighbourhood can be a lovely pastime, but there are some risks …
