Daylight Saving happened on March 10 and the official start of spring will follow soon be here on March 20. Humans welcome the arrival of longer days and warmer temperatures, as do many species of wildlife. For animals, milder weather means increased security. During the cold months, wildlife may struggle to survive. Freezing temperatures can…
At some point, every Connecticut homeowner gets unwanted “critters” in their homes. Depending on where you live, you could get nearly anything moving in, from mice and bats to raccoons and skunks and even bears. (According to state wildlife biologists, there were 24 reports of bears breaking into homes and businesses in Connecticut last year,…
Wild animals often seek shelter inside houses, particularly in the winter. The interior of a home offers a warm place for animals to live and raise their young, as well as plentiful sources of food. Wildlife can be difficult to spot since they often take up residence inside the walls, but you may notice other…
Keeping wildlife out of your home seems like a no-brainer. Close the doors, use screens on your windows and don’t leave gaping holes anywhere that they can access to move in. But it’s not so easy. Sometimes there’s a soft spot in the wood, or crack you weren’t aware of the way up high. Many…
Whether you’ve already dealt with the problem of unwanted pests entering your home before, or if you have a fear of it occurring, there is a greater chance this could happen in the winter months when the temperatures drop and there are less options for wildlife to find refuge. Fear not. Here are 3 easy…
As temperatures begin to drop outdoors, there’s more to worry about than just covering your pool and cleaning your home’s gutters. It’s also an opportune time for wildlife to find shelter in your home. To thwart this, it’s important to be vigilant and check for signs that a critter may be able to enter while…
Wild animals are always on the lookout for warm places with food available. If you have a greenhouse in your yard where you grow flowers or vegetables, it is an attractive place for wild animals. Here are some steps you can take to keep wildlife from sneaking into your greenhouse and eating your plants. It…
Opossums are slow-moving animals that are vulnerable to predators, such as dogs, coyotes, and foxes. They generally try to avoid confrontations. An opossum that feels threatened may hiss and show its teeth to scare off a potential predator, but it may also “play dead,” or “play possum.” If an opossum is very afraid when it…
Rabies is an infectious disease that affects the central nervous system in mammals. You can protect yourself and your pets from rabies by recognizing the symptoms, avoiding wild animals that may be infected, vaccinating your pets, and seeking prompt treatment if you, a family member, or a pet gets bitten by an animal that might…
As winter starts to creep up on Connecticut it’s time for homeowners to prepare for the chance that small animals may start to invade their homes. As the weather gets colder small critters, including skunks, squirrels and raccoon’s will start to seek out warm shelters. Basements and attics are ideal locations for these animals and…