Swoboda Articles in the ‘Nuisance Wildlife Control’ Category
The October 2021 Pest Outlook for Bryan Texas
The Early fall weather looks to remain warm and mild with a bit of rain. Those conditions throw pest populations into high gear as they signal the end of harvest and the beginning of colder weather. Would you please keep reading to discover our predictions for October pest issues for 2021? Prepare for Rodent Invasions […]
A Pound of Prevention – DIY Pest Control
There are two kinds of pest control service calls. One is the emergency infestation call, and the other is the regular monthly pest maintenance call. One is about the eradication of a pest, and the other is about prevention. Keep reading as we go over a few DIY tips for home and business owners that […]
July Pest Outlook for Bryan, Texas
The ongoing drought-like conditions around Eastern Texas means many animals, insects, and other pests will risk coming nearer to homes in search of water. Insects have specialized cells in their antenna that allow them to find water. Expect to see an increase in pests this summer and fall. Increase in Rodents Rodents – Mice and […]
Preventing Wildlife Pest Situations
When it comes to wildlife pests, there is a long list of animals that quickly become pests. Raccoons are an excellent example of a wildlife pest. While they are cute, they can be dangerous, causing a great deal of damage to homes, injuring pets, and even bit you. Why Do Wild Animals Come To Your […]
It is spring and that means baby animals. We receive a lot of calls each spring that deal with baby animals. Our best advice is always to leave baby animals alone as most are not abandoned. Spring Pruning – Trimming the shrubs and trees is a good thing, though you run the risk of dislodging […]
Animals that Can Transmit Rabies in Bryan / College Station Texas
The Centers for Disease Control breaks down animals that carry rabies into two groups – wild and domestic. Rabies is a fatal disease for animals that is spread through the saliva usually from a bite. The disease which is very painful prevents the animals from drinking and eventually they go mad. They are very aggressive […]
Bryan is home to Red Fox, and Gray Fox. Generally, these animals are not pests, but on occasion can cause trouble around a home. The primary complaint is with foxes and livestock such as chickens. There are occasions when people call because a fox has made a den under a shed or that they see […]
Late Summer and Fall is the mating season for many animals. Deer, for example, begin to rut this time of year and both the does and the bucks get very aggressive. Fox, are another animal that mate in September. Raccoons tend to mate a little later in fall and into the winter months. What this […]
Early Summer is a prime to encounter baby animals such as baby raccoons. If you happen upon a baby animal, leave it alone and do not touch it. Chances are that its’ mother is nearby. When we touch baby animals we leave our scent on them and that can be enough for the mother to […]
