Rodent Infestation
Raccoon Infestation

Raccoon Infestation

Raccoons are nocturnal mammals easy to recognize by their bushy ringed tails. They usually measure around 3 feet, and can carry a weight around 20 lbs, although large ones can go up to 40 lbs. Very smart animals, they are also be very strong. Raccoons are known to eat almost anything. They adapt very well to human presence and enjoy very much when they’re been fed. They can get aggressive when we stop feeding them. In the cities they will enjoy going to garbage  to find something to snack on and make it a habit to come back wherever food is abundant.

Infestation Origin:

Always on the look out for any food available, raccoons will sometimes end up crawling a pet door leading into a house, or even into an attic or a basement open space. Sometimes, you may find a sick or injured raccoon looking for shelter, or even a female looking for a perfect spot to raise their young. Raccoons enjoy the dark, but they occasionally be seen in bright daylight. Do not approach them and call your exterminator immediately. Do not feed them. If a person or an animal is bitten or scratch by a raccoon, we recommend to scrub the wound with soap and water as soon as it is possible and contact your health specialist or veterinarian immediately. Raccoons can carry many diseases and parasites, including; rabies.

Infestation Preventive Care:

To prevent raccoons and other rodent infestations; Keep your garbage can lid on tight by securing it with clamps to keep it from opening if tilted. You may also modify the habitat around your home and your yard. Secure any point of entry into your house, attic, basement and garden house. Remove any possible food source accessibility; including domestic pet and bird food. Crushed garlic, chili and cayenne pepper spray are known to be effective raccoon repellent.

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