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The Masked Bandits: A Detailed Guide to Raccoon Removal in Toronto

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Toronto’s cityscape, filled with a unique blend of urban and natural spaces, is no stranger to raccoons, endearingly or ominously referred to as the “masked bandits.” These intelligent critters frequent homes and garages, causing property damage, and health risks, and occasionally engaging in conflict with pets. This extensive guide aims to provide a comprehensive understanding…

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Raccoons and Pets: Keeping Your Furry Friends Safe in Canada

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Raccoons are iconic North American creatures known for their black masks and dexterous paws. Often the subject of human fascination due to mischievous behaviour, these resilient mammals have successfully increased in Canada’s urban and suburban landscapes.  As a pet owner, though, interactions between raccoons and your beloved companions can spell potential harm. Here at SWAT…

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Preventing Unwanted Wildlife from Invading: A Homeowner’s Guide

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Dealing with unwanted wildlife, such as raccoons, squirrels, mice, and rats that frequently prey on our living areas can vex any homeowner. These intruders can cause significant damage to your property, not to mention the potential health hazards they pose.  This article will discuss various installations and solutions you can incorporate on your property to…

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What is Skunk Removal and Control?

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Swat Wildlife Skunk Removal and Control Remove skunks from your property and prevent them from returning. Skunks are omnivorous creatures that eat insects, rodents, frogs, and other small animals. They also eat fruit when it’s available in their habitat. Skunks use their sense of smell to find food sources, but they also use other senses…

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Raccoons: How To Get Rid Of Them And Prevent Them From Coming Back

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Raccoons are cute and curious creatures that are common in many neighborhoods. They are known for their distinctive black-and-white markings and their masked faces. While they may be fun to watch from a distance, raccoons can cause serious problems when they invade your property.  They are notorious for digging through trash cans, raiding bird feeders,…

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5 Things You Need To Know When You See A Raccoon

Raccoon Looking out of a Trashcan

Do you commonly spot raccoons near or around your home? Perhaps they wander into your garden during the day or at night? If so, then there are a few things you should know about these furry little garbage thieves.  Raccoons Are Not Friendly Or Tame  Raccoons in the wild or your yard can seem friendly…

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What Is An Inexpensive Way To Remove Raccoons From An Attic?

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Raccoons in the attic (or anyplace else in your house) are a serious hazard, despite their adorable appearance. How can you tell if a raccoon is up there? You will initially hear them scuttling and scraping. Additionally, they’ll create a mess by dismantling insulation to build their nest and leaving behind excrement. It’s critical to…

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How can raccoons be relocated?

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Nobody wants to live with freeloaders — and that’s especially the case when the freeloaders are living creatures that don’t seem to understand the boundaries of privacy. Alas, sometimes, you just have to accept that another tribe of animals has set up camp at your property. In Toronto, there’s no shortage of things that can…

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Animal control tips for the winter

When the weather starts to get colder, some birds will go south for the winter, and other animals will hibernate. Yet, other animals linger despite the falling temperatures. These are the ones that can cause property damage as they search for ways and spaces to keep warm. If your home has become an unsuspecting host…

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