Small mammals such as squirrels, mice, and even raccoons play a valuable role in maintaining a healthy ecosystem. However, when they begin to invade spaces designed for human habitation, they can be a huge hassle. Humane removal and relocation of these wild animals back to their natural habitats is the best solution. Some homeowners try to deal with wild animals in their homes alone, but this is not a good idea. Contacting Animal Removal Services in Middletown NJ is a safer and more effective alternative, particularly since animal control experts can also offer valuable preventative services.
Removing the nuisance animals from the property is only the first step that must be taken toward maintaining a safe home environment. Often additional steps are necessary to prevent them from coming back. These may include changes to how food and food waste is stored in and around the home, and the installation of above or below ground fences.
Unfortunately when animals have already been drawn to a property due to easy sources of food, or swiftly falling outdoor temperatures that make residential homes look more appealing, particularly to rodents, it can turn into a wildlife emergency. The best thing to do in these circumstances is to avoid direct contact with the invading animal, and keep any pets within the home contained until a professional arrives to remove it. Often animals that are behaving in unusual ways, such as approaching people and pets, particularly during the day, it can be an indicator of serious issues such as rabies. It can also be an indication that the animal has taken up residence in or around the home in order to start a nest.
Separating mother animals from their young is unwise for a variety of reasons. For one thing, they can become extremely aggressive, posing a threat to the area’s rightful inhabitants. For another, even if they are successfully trapped and relocated, their babies will be unable to care for themselves and could easily starve to death. This can create an extremely unpleasant situation in which their carcasses are not found until they begin to smell and become a hazard to inhabitants’ health. Contracting professional Animal Removal Services in Middletown NJ such as those offered by Freehold Pest Control ensures that this will not be the case.
