Squirrels may be cute, but they can cause a whole lot of trouble. Squirrels that have broken into the attic will damage the insulation and risk power outages by chewing on electrical wires. They also have the potential to carry disease, so it’s best that you keep your distance. If you’re worried that some squirrels …
Squirrels know how to get into our homes and that is no secret. They can find their way into our walls through an entry point outside the home or through the roof. Since squirrels are rodents as well, they will sound like any other rodent who chew their way through their day. So what do …
Getting rid of baby squirrels is not as straightforward as you might think. Mother squirrels give birth to baby squirrels twice a year around the springtime and in the summer. It is in these times that squirrels often break in attics to give birth to them. Baby squirrels are incredibly sensitive animals and are defenceless …
Are you hearing noises coming from your attic? If you’re hearing them at night, it’s not a squirrel that is making those noises, but likely a raccoon. Squirrels are up to during the day and sound asleep at night. These are busy little rodents that prefer to go about their business during the light of …
Squirrels can be found on nearly every continent of the world. There are over 200 different species out there, each with its own characteristics and behaviours. Some are arboreal, and some live in the ground. In Canada, the only squirrels you should really worry about are tree squirrels. Tree squirrels are known for breaking into …
Squirrels are crepuscular, so they are most active in the evening and the early hours of the morning. Squirrels however are up at all hours of the day, so you can see them anytime the sun is up. These are busy little animals that are active year-long. Squirrels can be seen chasing each other, building …
Squirrels have an excellent sense of smell, which they use to find food and communicate with other squirrels. Very little research has been conducted on the subject, but squirrels are known to mark their territories and use their scent glands to give signals. They leave scent trails to orient themselves around the neighbourhood, like an …
Squirrels can absolutely live in attics. Attics are quiet, sheltered areas above ground – perfect for a little squirrel to build a nest. Attic invasions are common in suburbs and forested areas. Though they probably won’t attack you, squirrels should be removed quickly because they will cause a lot of damage. Squirrels are known to …
