Live-Trapping Nuisance Wildlife

Can I Trap Wildlife I Don’t Want on My Property?

Live trapping and relocating wildlife is not effective and is often illegal and deadly. In fact, it does not prevent the animals from returning and even opens your property to new animals looking for a home.

When it comes to Rabies Vector Species (RVS), trapping and relocating the animal is strictly prohibited to prevent further spread of the virus. For all animals, trapping and moving them elsewhere throws them into an unfamiliar environment, which can mean starvation and death. 

Should I Hire an Exterminator/Pest Control if I Have Nuisance Animals?

If you choose to hire a wildlife control company (pest control, nuisance wildlife, trappers, etc.) ask these questions to ensure they provide humane services.

• Do you provide one-way exclusions? One-way exclusions allow an animal to leave, usually within one day, but not return to your attic, garage, shed, etc. on their own. Make sure the company checks for babies left behind!

• How do you handle baby animals? Ensure the company is knowledgeable about wildlife nesting seasons and how to reunite wild families that become separated.

• Do you trap and release? Where do you release? Animals should not be released away from where they were found because of poor survival rates. In many cases, it is also illegal, especially for RVS because relocating RVS animals can cause diseases to spread. Consider allowing the animals to be released on your property if they must be trapped.

• Do you guarantee your work? Ensure your problem is fixed at the source! If animals are simply trapped and removed, more critters will move into the hole they left.

Be an advocate for yourself and for our wildlife. Don’t be tricked by sweet-talked unethical practices. Receive estimates and details in writing.