Assuming raccoon is required, the following 224 results were found.
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Raccoons can be pesky creatures that invade your space uninvited, so it's important to understand what risks they present and how you can prevent them from intruding. In this blog post, we'll discuss the dangers posed by these wild animals as well as...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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How to Clean Up Raccoon Poophttps://www.hawkeye.ca/blog/raccoon-poop-removal
Dealing with raccoon poop might not be the most pleasant task, but it's a necessary one if you want to maintain a safe and healthy environment around your home! Raccoon feces can carry harmful pathogens, including the eggs of the raccoon roundworm,...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Preventive raccoon control begins with you. Look past the cute little faces and remember that raccoons can bring potential damage and health risks to you and your family. Next time you notice these pests nesting on your property or trying to make their...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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vehicles and garden supplies, including anything from pet food to kid's toys - and sometimes, wildlife. Finding a single raccoon or a raccoon family dwelling in your detached garage can come as quite a surprise. Learn what you can do to evict the little...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Early summer is when you are most likely to encounter a raccoon family in or around your home or property. As the babies are becoming mobile and mother raccoon takes them to explore the outside world, you may hear more pronounced ruffling, thumping,...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Mississauga's numerous parks, streams, and wooded areas provide the perfect environment for raccoons willing and able to thrive alongside humans. There's water, food, and plenty of shelter in all seasons but there seems to be increased activity in...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Toronto, Vaughan, Mississauga and many other communities in the GTA report a growing number of raccoon intrusions. Often, our first impulse is to search online for what repels raccoons and for DYI solutions and home remedies. The Internet is full of...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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You've heard of raccoons in attics and sheds - but, did you know that they also burrow under brick walls and structures? While many people are quite familiar with seeing raccoons in trees and consequently believe them to be excellent climbers, their...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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So, you're hearing some commotion in the early morning hours and suspect a raccoon or five may be the culprit? You may well be correct. Let's see where they might have got in and what you need to do to cut that off. Common Entry Points for Raccoons...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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and learns by observing his surroundings - and YOU! He has figured a way around those pesky special locks intended to keep raccoons out of trash bins, he knows where the resident cat's food and water bowls can be found, and he watches you store the bag...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Yep, that's probably not what you'd expect to hear on your evening news - but there have actually been several incidents of raccoons stuck in storm or sewage drains. Some made the news and involved hours of rescue work by concerned citizens, police, and...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Toronto - Beautiful, vibrant capital city of Ontario - and Raccoon Capital of the World! Indeed, estimates of the number of raccoons that call Toronto home, range from 60,000 to 100,000. Torontonians seem to have resigned themselves to share their...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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The town of Ajax sports a fabulous scenic shoreline that invites both tourists and wildlife. Raccoons are attracted to dense natural cover, quiet backyards, and ready access to water and food. Many properties have sheds, boathouses, and storage units...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Oakville, like many urban centres in Ontario, struggles with the effects of a growing raccoon population. Unfortunately, the number of raccoons in your neighbourhood is directly connected to the availability of food sources and den sites. Raccoons are...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Did you know that in the first five months of 2023, there were nearly 90 reported cases of raccoon bites and scratches in the City of Toronto? This represents a 117% increase compared to the average number of reported incidents between 2018-2022. It’s...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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to discover you have uninvited guests living in your house - especially when those guests happen to be wild animals like raccoons! Raccoons may look cute, but they can cause some serious damage if left unchecked in or around your home. In addition, they...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Raccoons in Markham and other GTA neighbourhoods are increasingly using soffits as entry points. Soffits are often vulnerable to aging materials, roofline gaps, and tree overhangs, especially in older homes (e.g., in Unionville and Thornhill). It’s not...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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middle of the night to strange noises coming from your attic or chimney? Odds are it’s not a ghost; rather, it’s probably raccoons looking for a comfortable place to rest during the cold winter months. Raccoons will stop at nothing to gain access to a...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Solving Toronto's Raccoon Problemhttps://www.hawkeye.ca/blog/solving-torontos-raccoon-problem
of the Province of Ontario, rich in culture and history, known for the Raptors, Blue Jays, Argos, and Maple Leafs. And... Raccoons. No, not a new sports team - the masked bandits, also known as trash pandas who raid your trash bins, rip up your lawn and...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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How Do I Permanently Get Rid of Raccoons?https://www.hawkeye.ca/blog/permanently-get-rid-of-raccoons
So you have a recurring raccoon problem? You are not alone. The trouble with most raccoon removal is the practice of trapping and releasing the animal within one kilometer of your home and that the animal will almost certainly return. In this article,...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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How to Clean Raccoon Poop Safely and Effectivelyhttps://www.hawkeye.ca/blog/raccoon-poop-cleaning
Cleaning raccoon poop is a whole different ballgame compared to picking up after your dog or cat. Raccoon poop carries a wealth of diseases that can lead to serious and fatal health risks to humans and domestic animals. Raccoon poop might look a lot...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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near Rouge Park, Altona Forest, or Duffins Creek Valley offer charm and an almost rural feel but they also act as natural raccoon highways, bringing animals from the wild to residential and commercial areas—especially in the fall as raccoons seek warm...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Raccoons are a year-round nuisance in Brampton's residential and commercial areas. Often, they are more than just a nuisance and responsible for considerable damage to homes, yards, and commercial spaces. Let's explore when is the best time for raccoon...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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With raccoon removal in Toronto, it is best to leave it to the professionals! Those cute, furry little “rascals” are interesting to watch but only from a safe distance. Raccoons that reside under patios, in garages, and near public areas are still...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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dangerous and can even be life threatening. Etobicoke, like many areas across the GTA, has seen a stark increase in raccoon population and activity, and medical clinics and healthcare facilities are no exception. Sensitive environments like doctor's...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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The need for Raccoon Control and Raccoon Removal seems to be ever increasing in the Hamilton area. Of course, that comes as no surprise with Hamilton's outbreaks of raccoon rabies in recent years. DO NOT attempt to deal with raccoon control on your own...
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- Author: Super User
- Category: Cities
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Raccoon Life Cyclehttps://www.hawkeye.ca/blog/raccoon-life-cycle
It is February and raccoons are starting to mosey out 'n about - in fact, one Hawkeye team member encountered one in a building that houses her chicken coop, just this past weekend. They are getting ready for mating and breeding season. Let's have a...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Back in September the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) obtained a permit to remove close to 100 raccoons that were being kept in a rehabilitation facility called “Mally’s Third Chance Raccoon Rescue”. *Our original Article here* The...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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that you understand how much protection you have in place and if it's worth filing a claim. Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Raccoon Damage? Structural damage to your home 'may' be covered, although many policies will either classify raccoons as 'pest...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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What is a Trap Shy Raccoon?https://www.hawkeye.ca/blog/trap-shy-raccoon
And, more importantly, what do you do about a trap-shy raccoon or other animal wildlife? Let's delve in... What Does Trap-Shy Mean? What does it mean when a raccoon or other animal is trap shy? A wild animal - especially a super smart raccoon - can...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Do you have a raccoon problem? If so, you are not alone—raccoons are notoriously clever and agile creatures who can quickly make their way into seemingly inaccessible areas of your home. Whether it’s the roof or a window that has been left open, they...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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More exposure to the topic of ethics in humane raccoon removal is needed in today’s world. The Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act, 1997 (FWCA) by the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry is the provincial governing law in Ontario that...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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How can I rid of raccoon in my garden? Call 416-429-5393https://www.hawkeye.ca/raccoons-in-garden
Raccoons are resourceful and skilled creatures. They are attracted to urban neighbourhoods as there is always food, shelter, and water nearby. Unfortunately, this can mean trouble for homeowners as well as business owners. If raccoons are congregating...
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- Author: Super User
- Category: Animal Control FAQs
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If you are a Brampton resident, chances are that you've made the acquaintance of a raccoon or three. Especially, if you are living near one of Brampton's many lovely parks or green belts, you likely have regular raccoon visitors. In this article we'll...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Have you noticed raccoons nesting on your property? These masked bandits may be cute, but they cause a lot of property damage, make a lot of noise, and can be destructive and dangerous to household pets and children. Your best option is to remove them...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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How do I prevent Raccoons from entering my home or business? To prevent raccoon damage in your home or business, the first step is to take away anything that will be appealing to the raccoon including food, water and shelter. The next step is to take...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: Animal Control FAQs
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Over the years, the raccoon population in Mississauga has gotten out of control. Raccoons are strong-willed, highly determined nuisance creatures that will stop at nothing to gain access to a food source. It doesn’t matter what that food source is as...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Thousands of raccoons call Mississauga their home, but unfortunately, homeowners and businesses must pay the price of them getting into gardens, attics, and roofs. Raccoons are attracted to locations where food, water, and shelter are easily accessible...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Raccoon and Squirrel Issues in Brampton Brampton Raccoon Removal With the ever-increasing residential neighbourhoods in Brampton, raccoon removal is a common concern with homeowners. Whether raccoons or other wildlife have broken into your roof,...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: Cities
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Are you familiar with the trash panda? If you live in or around Toronto, the Raccoon Capital of the World, you likely are. From raiding our trash to moving into our attics, raccoons are adept and capable of thriving in our ever increasing urban...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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How do I safely remove raccoon poop or feces? Raccoon poop, or feces, can cause considerable health hazards, so it is important that it is cleaned up right away and done right. Raccoons carry the intestinal parasite Baylisascaris procyonis, which is...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: Animal Control FAQs
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How do I get a raccoon out from under my deck?https://www.hawkeye.ca/help-raccoon-under-deck
How do I get a raccoon out from under my deck? Danger of Raccoon Feces Raccoons often carry round worm, Baylisascaris procyonis. Although harmless to raccoons, these parasites create eggs, which when matured can cause serious side effects in humans and...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: Animal Control FAQs
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Raccoons might look like cute, cuddly creatures but they can do serious damage to your property. They can scratch away under shingles and borough into your roof to make their homes in your attic or under your deck. But the animals themselves are not...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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How do I get rid of raccoons in shed?https://www.hawkeye.ca/raccoon-in-shed
What do I do if there's a raccoon in my shed? Between January and late August we always assume that a raccoon building a den or finding shelter is a mother with babies. Removing the mother from this situation is not the best option because the last...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: Animal Control FAQs
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Why should I hire a professional to set raccoon traps? Trapping a raccoon may seem like an easy, effective and cost-saving way to remove it from your home's attic, under your deck or from your business. Although tempting, there are many reasons why you...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: Animal Control FAQs
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If you have a dead raccoon in your attic, there are a few things you can do to remove it. With the high numbers of raccoons in the city, knowing what to do if you suspect one or more have died in your attic can protect the safety and health of your...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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COVID-19 – Rabieshttps://www.hawkeye.ca/rabies-in-ontario/covid-19-rabies
Raccoons-Foxes-Coyotes-Bats VS. You and Your Pets COVID-19, otherwise known as Corona Virus, has been running rampant around the globe. Almost every country has declared a state of emergency due to this virus with hundreds of thousands of cases...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: RABIES in ONTARIO
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Many citizens of Norfolk County have been calling the police to complain about raccoons. Police are requesting residents for the third time this year, that this is not a situation the OPP is trained for. The most recent call to 911 was due to a raccoon...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Many calls for our services in Burlington revolve around raccoons on both, residential and commercial properties. Hawkeye offers raccoon control and removal methods other companies simply cannot. We can GUARANTEE results. Learn about the Hawkeye...
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- Author: Super User
- Category: Cities
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By foregoing proper and safe raccoon control and removal, North York residents may well be unwittingly participating in the mass education of the masked bandits, which is resulting in their increasing domination of the urban landscape. The raccoon...
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- Author: Super User
- Category: Cities