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and the GTA, some residential but more often commercial. Of course, an abandoned property makes for the perfect home for raccoons and other wildlife. As temperatures drop, these buildings become irresistible targets for raccoons seeking a warm, secure...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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canopies are often used for crucial winter storage of vehicles, equipment, and materials. These structures offer raccoons a perfect, insulated hideaway in the harsh Canadian cold, leading to immediate destruction of the fabric shell and contamination of...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Construction sites and partially completed buildings are high-risk targets for raccoons in the GTA, especially when cold weather hits. While tool storage areas and unused structures or equipment provide shelter, protection, and warmth, construction...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
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Airports are high-risk environments where wildlife—especially raccoons—can cause severe operational issues and safety hazards with potentially catastrophic outcomes. This makes airport wildlife management a critical component of aviation safety and...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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How to Tell if a Raccoon Has Rabieshttps://www.hawkeye.ca/blog/how-to-tell-if-a-raccoon-has-rabies
Rabies is a serious viral infection that affects both animals and humans, with one of the most common carriers being raccoons in the wild. But how do you know how to tell if a raccoon has rabies? Knowing the signs and symptoms can be crucial for your...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
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Raccoons aren’t as innocent as they look. Not only can they cause significant destruction to your home or property, but they also carry a variety of diseases that can be contracted by humans and domestic pets. Raccoon diseases can be contracted through...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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The masked faces and ringed tails of raccoons are familiar creatures— but what exactly draws raccoons to your yard? And more importantly, how can you prevent them from destroying your property? What Do Raccoons Need? Food Raccoons aren’t known to be...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Markham, located in the Regional Municipality of York and part of the GTA, has inherited some of Toronto's raccoon population and related problems. Markham residents deal with issues ranging from nuisance level trash can raiding to serious damages...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Are Raccoon Babies Dangerous?https://www.hawkeye.ca/blog/are-raccoon-babies-dangerous
Raccoons are incredibly intelligent and curious creatures and, despite the fact that they have been nicknamed the “trash panda”, they often appear very cute with their small faces and masklike colouration around their eyes. However, raccoons are known...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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You might wonder why raccoon breeding season is a topic in the midst of December? Well, now would be a really good time to double check around your home and ensure that no raccoons (or squirrels) can get in. Because they ARE thinking about breeding...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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and wastewater facilities (WWFs) are mission-critical infrastructure where security and hygiene standards are absolute. Raccoons, seeking shelter and access to water, can compromise this essential barrier, risking mass contamination of the public water...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
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Raccoon Control Tips to Protect Petshttps://www.hawkeye.ca/blog/raccoon-control-tips-to-protect-pets
As pet owners, it's important to protect our furry companions from potential threats like raccoons. Raccoons can invade a property and wreak havoc on outdoor pets or even unsecured indoor cats if the necessary measures are not taken. If you've noticed...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Vaughan home and business owners alike are plagued by recurring raccoon invasions. Highly intelligent, adaptable, and resourceful animals, raccoons are excellent at gaining access to buildings and attics. Join us as we explore the best ways to get rid...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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How Much does Raccoon Removal Cost in Toronto? The short answer is: it depends. It depends on how many animals have settled in your Toronto home or on your property, where they are located (and how easy or difficult the location can be accessed), how...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Raccoon Control: What Kind of Damage Can Raccoons Do?https://www.hawkeye.ca/blog/raccoon-damage
Permit: In contrast to all other companies, we can euthanize the fur bearing animal, thus guaranteeing it will not return. Raccoons may be cute with their ring tails and black masks but if you live in the city, chances are you’ve already had the...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Did you know that Toronto has been dubbed the ‘Raccoon Capitol of the World’? Estimates put Toronto’s raccoon population well over 100,000. Originally from the tropics, raccoons have slowly migrated north and can now be found all over North America -...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Raccoons are infinitely feisty, tenacious, and resourceful creatures that will stop at absolutely nothing to fill their bellies with food. They’re also constantly looking for warm, dry, and quiet places to nest, often with their large raccoon families....
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- Author: Super User
- Category: Animal Control FAQs
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With spring in the air and female raccoons actively searching for a suitable spot in Mississauga that is fit to raise a family, now is the time to pay special attention to sounds and sights around your home that may indicate that a family of raccoons...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Encountering a raccoon in Toronto might seem like a great photo op, but it can turn scary in seconds. Even the most dangerous raccoon can appear to be friendly and downright cute at first. But the fact remains: raccoons are wild animals. They can and...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
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Raccoon control in Toronto and the surrounding areas is a huge part of public safety, especially during the summer and fall months. Raccoons are intelligent and versatile creatures, known to take advantage of the warmer months and seek out food and...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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parks and conservation area to private RV spots. Of course, the lakes and woods that draw outdoor enthusiasts also attract raccoons and other wildlife. Join us as we explore how to keep raccoons away from your campsite. What Attracts Raccoons to Your...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Can Raccoons Hurt Cats?https://www.hawkeye.ca/blog/can-raccoons-hurt-cats
Raccoons are well known for getting into stuff, including the bowls you leave out for your kitty or the pet food you store in your garage or shed . This can lead to worries about pet safety from wildlife and unexpected and unpleasant confrontations....
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Are you finding yourself at the receiving end of some raccoon rage? Well, that's not entirely surprising, given the time of year. Let's explore why raccoons may be more aggressive than usual right now and what to do about it, shall we? Why Does Summer...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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a few raised eyebrows when he or she nonchalantly climbed on a TTC train. While TTC officials said that the fare-evading raccoon catching a subway ride caused no delays and was led to safety, this could have ended badly - for the animal as well as other...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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What makes Mississauga such a wonderful place to live, is also what keeps wildlife such as raccoons and skunks hanging around. Expansive green spaces and parks like the Rattray Marsh Conservation Area, Riverwood Conservancy, Meadowvale Conservation...
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- Author: Super User
- Category: Animal Control
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Where Do Raccoons Live During the Day?: Understanding Raccoon Behavior In short: Any place condusive to a good day's rest! A quiet, dark place to snooze the day away is where you'd likely find a raccoon during the day. This includes anthing from hollow...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Especially Toronto's older, well established neighbourhoods see a scurry of raccoon activity once fall arrives. Toronto's detached homes, often surrounded by trees and green space, are particularly attractive to raccoons looking to find a secure and...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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What do Raccoons Eat?https://www.hawkeye.ca/blog/what-do-raccoons-eat
Hopefully, your curiosity stems from wanting to prevent raccoons feeding on your trash bin and not because you want to feed them. Because that would create problems for both, the raccoons and you (and your neighbours). It's also illegal. The Trash...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Dealing with raccoons in multi-unit buildings is a whole different animal (pun intended). Pinpointing where the animal(s) gained access to the building or where they are hiding out is much more challenging. And of course, because there are many...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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If you own a business in Toronto, raccoons can be major pests. They've been known to rummage through garbage cans and dumpsters looking for food, rip open roofs and chimneys in search of shelter, and generally make a nuisance of themselves. While it...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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Do you often hear raccoon sounds coming from your attic at night? You're not alone; many homeowners are surprised to find unexpected guests lurking in their homes during the winter. Raccoons are sly and intelligent creatures that can easily gain access...
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- Author: Dan Frankian
- Category: BLOG | Hawkeye
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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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Do you think you might have raccoons in a crawl space in your building? Here’s everything you need to know in terms of wildlife control and beyond, whether your property is residential or commercial, urban or rural. First off, a crawl space is a...
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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
