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Roof Rat vs Norway Rat vs House Mouse

The most common rodent problems come from three species – Norway rat (brown rat), roof rat (black rat), and the house mouse. While rodent control is similar for rats vs. mice, there are some finer...

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How to Control Rodents in Your House

British Columbia has a fair share of rodents like marmots, voles, chipmunks, gophers, and squirrels, but the most common rodent infestations in Vancouver come from Norway rats, roof rats, and the house...

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Do Marmots Hibernate?

Marmots hibernate in underground burrows for about eight months of the year. While they are inactive, these animals burn stored fat and slow their vitals to survive. In preparation for winter, marmots...

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When is the Best Time of Year for Bat Removal?

Bats are fascinating creatures that contribute significantly to the Canadian ecosystem by aiding in pollination and controlling pesky insect populations. However, when bats take up residence in homes...

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Nuisance Wildlife during the Winter

Like humans, critters prefer to stay warm and protected from the elements during cold weather. Attics and crawlspaces provide wildlife with warmth, nesting materials, and safety they need to survive...

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What Damage Do Animals Cause

Society has experienced a growing awareness of the importance of preserving wildlife. From the rise of environmental activism to the enormous growth of tourism to destinations where interacting with...

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Signs of a Dead Animal in the House

It’s hard to describe the smell of a dead animal decomposing. But, that foul smell is immediately recognizable and usually a homeowner or business owner’s first clue that something has died in the...

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Expert Tips on Rat Traps and Rat Repellents

Of all the creatures known for infesting homes, rats are among the most difficult to deal with. They are infamous for their resourcefulness, their intelligence, and the staggering rate at which they...

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How Did I Get a Mouse in My House?

The house mouse and deer mouse are common species of pest mice to find inside your home. House mice are small rodents that are found throughout Canada, particularly in urban and suburban areas. They...

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How to Get Rid of Rats in the Walls

Rats inhabit walls mainly to build nests near a reliable food and water source and to have a safe place to give birth to a litter of pups. Rats can squeeze through a hole the size of a quarter, making...

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Preventing Marmot Damage: Effective Strategies for Protecting Your Property

Marmots are said to have big personalities. While their antics might be fun to watch in the wild, the damage they create on one’s property from burrowing, gnawing, and eating can be profound. There are...

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Marmot Infestation: Signs to Look Out For in Your Vancouver Yard

Marmots are a growing nuisance in Vancouver, British Columbia. Urbanization and development have led to a loss of natural habitats, and roads and highways have fragmented their population and...

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Animal in Attic Sounds

Identifying the Type of Animal in Your Attic by the Noises It Makes You are startled awake in the middle of the night or early in the morning, heart-pounding upon hearing an unusual sound emerging from...

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How to Identify Squirrel Entry Points in Toronto Homes

Squirrels might be adorable when scampering about the yard, but they quickly lose their charm when living within a home’s walls or attic. These energetic and nimble creatures excel at climbing and...

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Marmots in Vancouver: Understanding the Unique Challenges of Managing Their...

Marmot populations are rising in Vancouver. In your yard, they may search for food, water, and shelter in rural and urban neighborhoods. They can cause damage to your lawn, garden, home, and...

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How to Keep Raccoons Out of Trash Cans

Raccoons have several attributes that make them fascinating and intimidating. They are highly intelligent, clever, and curious. When searching for food, their nimble hands allow them access to food you...

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How to Identify Raccoon Presence: Most Common Signs

Raccoon populations are rising across the Canada, creating problems for homeowners. Raccoons are attracted to properties with plentiful food sources, like citrus and other fruit trees, gardens, and...

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Is That a Squirrel in the Wall?

When squirrels get in your walls, it won’t take long for you to notice their presence. You may hear them communicating with chatters, chirps, whistles, barks, and squeaks. Other distinctive squirrel...

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Raccoon Entry Points

It’s bad enough when raccoons become a nuisance when ruining gardens or raiding garbage cans, but they can be truly destructive when they get inside your attic, chimneys, or walls. In the wild, they...

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Seasonal Behavior of Nuisance Wildlife in Canada

Nuisance wildlife and rodents become a problem when they establish themselves in your home or on your property. They can pose a danger to you and your family and damage your house.  These critters have...

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