Canada is abundant with all kinds of fascinating wildlife; it’s part of what makes our nation so majestic and beautiful. Unfortunately, wild animals can get injured for any number of reasons: they can be hit by cars, attacked by larger animals, or simply get sick. You may come upon an
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How to protect your pets from Animals, Pests and Wildlife When pets are running around outside, often unattended, they are at risk of being harmed by wild animals. No matter the season, animals are often outside wandering around looking for food. Pets don’t have the same survival skills as wildlife
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Have you seen a skunk outside your house lately? In most cases, this shouldn’t be a cause for concern. Skunks are nocturnal creatures and quite shy, so you won’t notice them as often as other wildlife. They are infamous for that foul odor they spray when frightened. If that recognizably
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Designed to keep raccoons from rummaging through the city’s garbage and leaving a mess in their wake, “raccoon-resistant” green bins were designed to be foolproof. However, with city-wide reports of these furry robbers breaking into (what should have been impenetrable) bins, citizens can’t help but wonder: Does Toronto have smarter
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Raccoons and squirrels may look cute and cuddly (especially as babies) but it can be very dangerous to treat them as pets in your home. While Disney cartoons may portray wild animals as intelligent and loyal companions, they cannot be domesticated, and will eventually cause you trouble. Here are some
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Toronto’s rat problem is well-known, but recently residents have suspected a population boom. Councillor Ana Bailão wants to know whether rats have simply become more brazen, or if their numbers are increasing. She put forward a motion requesting a report on what measures the City is taking to improve rat
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If bats infest a person’s home or property, a person might be inclined to harm the animals or try to remove them. However, it is illegal to kill a bat, and it is unadvisable to attempt removal yourself. Under Ontario’s Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act, bats are considered Specially Protected
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Birds play a vital role in ecological balance and sustainability. They eat insect pests, provide food for other predators, and aid plant reproduction as pollinators or seed dispersers. However, some birds can be a nuisance in urban environments, and pest birds can cause inconveniences in your day-to-day life. Kinds of
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Animal bites, even minor ones, can sometimes lead to infection. Bacteria from an animal’s mouth can enter the wound and spread. In rare cases, a potentially-fatal infection called rabies can be transmitted. In Canada, wild animals like raccoons, skunks, squirrels, and bats are most likely to spread rabies. A
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Skunks are known for their appearance and the noxious odour they emit as a defensive mechanism. They are often misunderstood creatures; understanding their behaviour might help you avoid them. Skunk Types There are four kinds of skunks: striped, hog-nosed, hooded, and spotted. Their most common and prominent features are a
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