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SKUNKS can dig for grubs in lawns and garden and burrow under decks, sheds and porches. They can also cause damage to buildings and expensive landscaping! They can spray their scent gland up to 15 feet and their odour can remain on pets for weeks or months! Skunks can carry the rabies virus and not ‘look’ infected – so beware! Skunks breed in February through April with a gestation period of approximately 63 days producing 1 litter per year with 3-9 kits per litter. Baby skunks keep their eyes closed for first 21 days and remain in the den for the first 6-8 weeks. After this time the young will venture out at night with the mother to forage with her. kunks are nocturnal animals. They are usually silent but can produce a bird-like noise. Their life span is between 5-10 years. Should you see or suspect a skunk or family of skunks living on or around your home or property call Gunning Wildlife Removal at 519-421-2677 or text 289-987-0390. Gunning Wildlife Removal offers affordable, humane removal of skunks, squirrels, raccoons, birds, bats, wasps and more. Call us to help you evacuate these pesky critters and prevent them from coming back! We provide full inspections and offer preventive measures. We serve Woodstock, London, Brantford, Kitchener, Waterloo, Stratford and surrounding areas.

With the recent CBC article regarding a product used to treat pesky birds in London, Ontario we wanted to reassure our customers that we do not use this product. The manufacturer indicates that when used in the appropriate dose it should not be fatal to birds therefore no concerns regarding secondary poisoning. However this product may be banned in some areas. We’ve had calls from concerned consumers wondering if we use pesticides to treat bird issues. We do not. There are humane ways to treat bird issues with netting, spikes noise makers and other tactics to make the bird uncomfortable and causing them to leave the affected area.

Gunning Wildlife Removal isn’t just about humane, affordable wildlife removal. These business owners care about you, your home or business, the well-being of the animals and about their community! This year’s Ride Don’t Hide event saw the Gunning Wildlife Rascals Team participate and raise $2,500 on top of all the awareness for this important cause through their radio and print promotions. Ride Don’t Hide events support mental health programs in our communities. The Canadian Mental Health Association offers such programs as 24-hour mobile crisis response, intensive case management, dual diagnosis supports, psycho-geriatric supports, concurrent disorder supports, court diversion & court supports and independent supportive housing and Private Landlords and is committed to building inclusive, healthy communities through: – Elimination of the stigma of mental illness. – Educational initiatives that promote mental health and build understanding about the impacts of mental illness and the resources available. – Leadership and partnerships to plan, deliver, and evaluate a broad range of quality programs and services that meet the evolving needs of consumers and community. We are pleased with our results, happy to support this cause and looking forward to entering a team in the 2019 Ride!! We offer humane, affordable wildlife removal from homes & businesses as well as inspections and preventive measures. We help people with their wildlife problems while taking the most humane and least stressful approach for the animals. This time of year we are dealing with a lot of babies and litters and the last thing we want is to separate them from their mothers. If you have nuisance critters in your attic, under your shed or deck or anywhere around your home or business call Gunning Wildlife Removal 519-421-2677 or text 289-987-0390. We are pleased to serve Woodstock, London, Brantford, Kitchener-Waterloo, Stratford and surrounding areas.

Scratching & squawking – on your roof or in your attic? Under your deck or shed? Raccoon on your roof? Or maybe a squirrel? If you hear chirping, scratching and rustling around on your roof or in your attic – they mostly likely have a litter! The nice weather is here! Birds are chirping, grass is turning green, trees are budding and it’s time to start preparing your lawn & garden! Have you opened up your shed yet? All sorts of wildlife may have taken up residence in or under your shed or deck or in your garage. They were looking for a warm place to live, with food supply close-by and possibly have their babies. We know they may be cute and even playful but these critters can also be a really big nuisance! To prevent damage to your home and property you will want to get them evicted as soon as possible! Gunning Wildlife Removal & Pest Control provides full service including inspections of your home and property, removal of the wildlife and prevention to avoid future wildlife invasions next Spring! We serve Woodstock, London, Brantford, Kitchener, Waterloo, Stratford and surrounding areas. Gunning Wildlife Removal & Pest Control offers affordable solutions for pest control and for humane removal of all wildlife from your home, business or property and we pride ourselves on friendly, efficient service. We take steps to help these mother raccoons and squirrels safely retrieve their kits and bring them to a new nest away from your property!! Call Gunning Wildlife Removal & Pest Control at 519-421-2677 or text 289-987-0390

“In the midst of a global pandemic, now, more than ever, our industry needs to speak in one strong and unified voice to advocate for the essential services we provide in protecting all that our communities hold dear – from our families to our homes, from the food we eat to the medical facilities playing such a critical role in the fight against Covid-19,” said Cindy Mannes, executive director of PPMA. “There is no doubt that pest control joins other essential industries in the front lines of ensuring our communities have what they need during this global pandemic, and our work as PPMA is currently laser-focused in communicating this critical role at this important time.”

Gunning Wildlife & Pest Control Easter Scavenger Hunt Contest ENTER to WIN a $25 Amazon Gift Card! Alphabet Scavenger Hunt TO ENTER: Find 26 items in your home that begin with each letter of the alphabet from A to Z then list them in the comments on our Facebook contest – pictures are also welcome! Deadline to Enter is Monday, April 13th, 2020. A WINNER will be randomly drawn from all entries Hoppy Easter! from, GUNNING WILDLIFE & PEST CONTROL

Hopefully you’ve taken all measures to ensure your roof is ready for this winter weather! Did it need to be reinforced, re-shingled, new flashing? Have you cleaned out your gutters? Whatever steps you’ve taken were well worth it now that the snow has fallen and will melt exposing leaks. Not to mention weak areas where wildlife and pests may enter your home. Wildlife removal experts – much like roofers – are tough but sometimes winter conditions simply don’t allow them to get on your roof. The good news is raccoons and squirrels aren’t having babies this time of year so if they did manage to enter through your roof or eaves they won’t be multiplying in there. Mice and rats however breed year round so you will want to take care of these pests! With the cold winter weather comes many extra things for us to think about. Above all, be ready to check on family and neighbors who are especially at risk from cold weather hazards: young children, older adults, and the chronically ill. If you have pets, bring them inside. If you cannot bring them inside, provide adequate, warm shelter and unfrozen water to drink. Gunning Wildlife Removal & Pest Control provides affordable pest control and humane removal of wildlife from homes, businesses and properties. We serve Southwestern Ontario including Woodstock, London, Brantford, Kitchener, Waterloo,Stratford and surrounding areas. Call Gunning Wildlife Removal & Pest Control 519-421-2677 or text 289-987-0390.

These rascals entered a team in the Fore for Shan 10th Annual Golf Tournament supporting Breast Cancer Awareness for Young Women: http://www.teamshan.ca/ Their Woodstock 1969 theme was a hit and won first prize for best decorated carts! The annual event was held at Woodstock Meadows: http://www.woodstockmeadows.com/ Check out Gunning Wildlife Removal & Pest Control facebook page for more pics: https://www.facebook.com/gunningwildliferemoval.ca/ Fore for Shan is a great day whether you’re a golfer or not. We enjoyed the day, the people, the fun – and all for such an important cause. If you have an event coming up that we can participate or help with please give us a call at 519-421-2677. Gunning Wildlife Removal & Pest Control provides affordable solutions for humane wildlife removal and for pest control as well as inspections and prevention measures for homes, businesses and properties in Woodstock, Kitchener-Waterloo, Brantford, London, Stratford and surrounding areas. Should you have unwanted squirrels, raccoons, skunks, birds, bats, wasps, mice, rats, ants or spiders call 519-421-2677 or text 289-987-0390 or visit our contact page: https://gunningwildliferemoval.ca/contact/

In Ontario the most common animals to be affected by rabies are bats, foxes, skunks and raccoons. Once signs of rabies appear, in any animal, the disease is fatal. Dumb rabies causes animals to become depressed and isolate themselves.  They may have paralyses causing drooling, drooping head, sagging jaw or strange vocal sounds. Furious rabies on the other hand causes animals to be extremely excited and aggressive.  They may gnaw or bite its own body or limbs and attack other animals for no reason. If you or someone you know is bitten by an animal or if infectious material (such as saliva) from an animal gets into your eyes, nose, mouth, or broken skin, wash the area immediately and thoroughly with lots of soap and water. Washing immediately can greatly reduce the risk of infection. Contact your doctor or your local public health unit immediately, as they can help determine your risk of exposure to rabies. A series of vaccinations and treatment with rabies antibodies can prevent infection in humans in most cases if administered soon after exposure. Contact your veterinarian for information on when and how often to vaccinate your pets. The first booster vaccine for rabies is always due 12 months after the animal’s initial vaccine (this is called the “primary series”), but after that a rabies vaccine (“booster shot”) is only needed every one to three years, depending on the vaccine used.

Scratching & squawking – on your roof or in your attic? Under your deck or shed? Raccoon on your roof? Or maybe a squirrel? If you hear chirping, scratching and rustling around on your roof or in your attic – they mostly likely have a litter! The nice weather is here! Birds are chirping, grass is turning green, trees are budding and it’s time to start preparing your lawn & garden! Have you opened up your shed yet? All sorts of wildlife may have taken up residence in or under your shed or deck or in your garage. They were looking for a warm place to live, with food supply close-by and possibly have their babies. We know they may be cute and even playful but these critters can also be a really big nuisance! To prevent damage to your home and property you will want to get them evicted as soon as possible! Gunning Wildlife Removal provides full service including inspections of your home and property, removal of the wildlife and prevention to avoid future wildlife invasions next Spring! We serve Woodstock, London, Brantford, Kitchener, Waterloo, Stratford and surrounding areas. Gunning Wildlife Removal offers affordable & humane removal of all wildlife from your home, business or property and we pride ourselves on friendly, efficient service. We take steps to help these mother raccoons and squirrels safely retrieve their kits and bring them to a new nest away from your property!! Call Gunning Wildlife Removal 519-421-2677 or text 289-987-0390

If you have raccoons on your property, maybe try calling Gunning Wildlife Removal: 519-421-2677 or text 289-987-0390, instead of calling 9-1-1.  Gunning Wildlife Removal & Pest Control provides affordable solutions for humane removal of wildlife and for pest control in Southwestern Ontario. Police are once again asking the public to stop calling 9-1-1 for non emergency calls. Recently the Oxford OPP were called by a homeowner after a raccoon was spotted down the side of the roadway. Police are continuing to being inundated with calls for service after people are spotting raccoons during the day. There is no need to contact 9-1-1. Homeowners who have issues with Raccoons on their property need to call a private animal removal service. It’s a common myth that a raccoon walking around during the day is sick or has rabies. It’s true that raccoons are mostly nocturnal, but they can be active during the day for many different reasons. Raccoons will come out during the day if there is a food source available at a particular time, if they have been frightened out of their daytime sleeping spot, or if there is high competition in the area at night from other nocturnal animals. Oxford OPP Detachment Commander Tony Hymers says these calls are tying up our resources. “The OPP does not have the equipment to trap and house live animals or transport wild animals. Calling 9-1-1 for raccoons, tie up the phone lines at the communications centre, waste taxpayer money, tie up law enforcement officers and threaten lives. A private animal removal service should be contacted instead of calling 9-1-1.”

We’ve been seeing lots of baby raccoons and squirrels so far this month around Oxford County as well as in the London, County of Brant, Waterloo Region and Perth County areas. It may not seem much like Spring outside but the raccoons and squirrels don’t seem to care – they’re right on schedule with baby season! If you hear chirping, squeaking or scratching in your attic call Gunning Ontario Wildlife Removal. We’re equipped and experienced to seal off their entry points, move them out of your home and offer preventive measures to avoid future wildlife invasions. For affordable & humane wildlife removal call John 519-421-2677 or text 289-987-0390