During the summer, families all over Connecticut enjoy relaxing in their backyard swimming pools. Sometimes an afternoon in the pool is ruined, however, when someone finds animal waste floating in the water. The culprit is often a raccoon. Why Raccoons Like Pools Raccoons are naturally drawn to water. They are attracted to bodies of water…
Wild animals like squirrels, raccoons, and skunks often seek out food and shelter in people’s yards. They sometimes even make their way into houses. If a wild animal has moved onto your property and is causing a nuisance, you should have it removed as soon as possible. If you put it off, the animal could…
Skunks often make their dens in people’s backyards. They are unwanted guests because of the foul-smelling spray they use as a defense mechanism. Many homeowners want to get rid of skunks in their yard, but they do not want to use repellents because they are concerned about the effects they might have on their pets.…
Squirrels seek out warm and dry places to build their nests and raise their young. They often find shelter in the attics of houses in Waterbury, Connecticut. Squirrels can find a small gap in siding or a small hole in the roof and chew to make a bigger hole so they can squeeze into the…
Squirrels often chew their way into people’s attics to build nests. Once they get inside, they sometimes chew on electrical wires. This can cause serious problems, ranging from power outages to house fires. The issue therefore needs to be addressed immediately. Why Do Squirrels Chew on Electrical Wires? Squirrels and other types of rodents need…
Wild animals such as raccoons look for warm, safe, and dry places to live and raise their young. They often seek out shelter inside people’s houses, particularly in attics. If you have heard noises in your attic at night, you may have a raccoon problem. You may be wondering how the raccoons got into your…
Squirrels are known for their habit of chewing on things, including the bark on trees. They usually chew on trees that have thin bark because it is easier to chew than thicker bark. Squirrels use bark in their nests. When bark is removed from trees, the cambium layer with sugars and nutrients is exposed. Squirrels…
Wild animals are found in neighborhoods in cities and towns all over Connecticut. They frequently make their way into people’s yards looking for food. Animals such as raccoons look for places where food is plentiful and easily accessible. They may target trash cans and tip them over to find something to eat. Raccoons may also…
If you have recently begun hearing sounds in your attic or coming from inside the walls of your Connecticut home, that means that some type of wild animal has found a way into your house looking for shelter. Sometimes animals stay because they are comfortable, and sometimes they get stuck in walls and are unable…
Now that spring is here, you are probably thinking about doing some cleaning and maintenance around your house. Wild animals make their homes in many places, including yards and hard-to-see areas in houses. They often become injured or even get killed when unsuspecting homeowners who are working in or around their homes don’t realize they…