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The Dangers of Feeding Raccoons and Skunks

Posted by Gary M. from Windsor, CO on June 18th, 2013
The Dangers of Feeding Raccoons and Skunks

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My Aunt Jan is a kind-hearted soul who never met an animal she didn’t immediately fall in love with. When she told me she had been feeding the raccoons that had seen scampering across her backyard, I certainly wasn’t surprised.

You’d think Aunt Jan would have learned her lesson after a previous incident when feeding skunks on her property eventually led to Jennie, her cherished eight-year-old Chihuahua, getting an unwelcome dose of skunk spray. Unfortunately, I knew it was only a matter of time before she was leaving food scraps out for hungry critters again.

What Are the Risks Associated with Feeding These Wild Animals?

Skunks and raccoons are wild animals looking for a readily available food source, and feeding them will encourage them to keep coming back for more. While you might think you are doing a good thing by feeding skunks or raccoons, you could actually … Read More

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How to Trap a Rabbit Effectively and Humanely

Posted by Gary M. from Windsor, CO on June 13th, 2013
How to Trap a Rabbit Effectively and Humanely

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How to trap a rabbit: it’s a problem I’ve had to deal with throughout my experience of over 30 years in the animal control business. As my profession is all about protecting animals and not harming them, it’s important that I know how to trap a rabbit.

Of course, it’s also important to choose a rabbit trapping method that really works, as anyone who has ever had a rabbit problem can tell you that these small creatures can do an awful lot of damage to your plants, vegetables and property in a short amount of time.

Before you go trapping, call your local game commission to learn the laws of your jurisdiction. Some states do not allow you to trap and relocate animals! If you live in one, consider a natural Havahart® repellent like DeFence® or Deer Off® instead.

Using the Right Trap Makes All the Difference

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How Skunks Spray and Other Skunk Spray Facts

Posted by Havahart® on May 30th, 2013
How Skunks Spray and Other Skunk Spray Facts

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If you’ve ever been in an area where an agitated skunk has recently sprayed or, worse, been the target of a skunk spray attack, I don’t have to tell you that the aroma is … memorable. Throughout more than 30 years as an animal control professional, I’ve had more than a few run-ins with angry skunks that don’t take kindly to being removed from someone’s property, and I’ve suffered the consequences! I’ve recently learned that using Havahart Spray Away® is a great way to keep from having a skunk problem in the first place, without ever having to approach the animal.

Skunk Spray Facts

Here are a few interesting skunk spray facts and how they use their spray:

 

  • Skunks don’t really “want” to spray you since it can take up to a week for their bodies to restore their spray supply. They will stomp, hiss and
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How to Trap a Groundhog

Posted by Gary M. from Windsor, CO on May 21st, 2013
How to Trap a Groundhog

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Groundhogs, which are also referred to as woodchucks, are known for their excellent digging and tunneling ability. When they burrow underneath your home, groundhogs can do some serious damage to its foundation. They’re also not shy about making a meal or two out of your strawberries, peas, pansies and other plants you’ve worked so hard to grow. So how do you stop a potentially devastating groundhog invasion on your property?

Step 1: Have a Plan

Start by calling your local game commission to learn the law. Find out if you’re allowed to trap wild animals in your area and if you’re allowed to release them. Finally, determine where you could let the animal go.

Step 2: Get the Right Trap

Over more than three decades as an animal control professional, I’ve waged a lot of battles with these burrowing bandits. During that time, I’ve discovered how to … Read More

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