Raccoon Mating Season is Upon Us
As the weather gets warmer more animals will be mating and it is important to be aware of wildlife that may try to make a nest in your home.
Beware Bats
Bats tend to live more off reputation than actual facts. From vampire tales and Dracula to horror films and urban legends, these flying mammals are feared far beyond what they are actually capable of doing. However, with their nocturnal habits, less than appealing faces and tendency to flock in large numbers, bats often cause anxiety…
Where Small Animals Hide
In Connecticut we don’t have much of a variety when it comes to exotic animals. Skunks, beavers, raccoons, squirrels and bats make up most of the wildlife you are likely to encounter including a few deer, the occasional coyote and perhaps a fox or two. However, as a homeowner or property manager for a commercial…
Are Beavers Dangerous?
At Anderson Wildlife Control we get asked a lot of questions about different types of animals and which ones are most dangerous. Everyone knows a skunk will spray a horrible smelling liquid and that a raccoon can be rabid but not many people know much about beavers. The reason being beavers are typically very timid…
The 411 on Rabies
Just about everyone has heard of rabies but very few people know what it is, what animals carry it and what to do if bitten by a rabid animal. At Anderson Wildlife Control we want everyone to be aware of this disease and how to take the necessary steps to prevent it from happening. Rabies…
Animals in the Workplace
It’s not unusual to find a squirrel or raccoon in your garage or attic but what happens when you spy small critters making themselves at home in your office? Animals don’t differentiate between residential and commercial buildings, all they want is a safe warm place to nest with their buddies and whether it’s a basement,…
Dangers of Handling Small Animals
When small critters such as squirrels, raccoons and skunks have invaded your home or office you’re safest move is to contact a professional animal removal expert before trying to do anything on your own. Though small in stature many pesky critters can be quite dangerous and if you are not trained in how to handle…
Once the Pests are Gone
If you have been dealing with unwanted pests such as raccoons, squirrels and skunks and have finally rid your home of these critters the job probably isn’t finished yet. Depending on how long these critters have been nesting in your home sufficient damage may have been done to gutters, siding, roofs, attic floors and chimneys.…
Other Critters we Handle
We got the blog rolling with the common critters you are likely to encounter under your porch or in the attic of your home including skunks, squirrels and raccoons. However, our animal control services are not just limited to those bothersome creatures. We also have experience safely trapping and removing: • Moles…
Ridding Homes of Squirrels
If your home or building is near trees sooner or later you will be visited by squirrels. These common pests are marked by their big bushy tail and gray color. Squirrels are often found in the attic of a home or garage and also in chimney chutes. It’s also common to find squirrels in crawl…