A Closer Look at Raccoons: How These Mischievous Creatures See the World
Raccoons are interesting creatures that are known for their mischievous behavior and their distinctive black and white masks. But have you ever wondered how raccoons see the world? Raccoons have excellent vision, which helps them navigate their environment and find food. Their eyes are located on the front of their head, giving them binocular vision […]
Winter Survival: The Adaptations of Skunks | Humane Skunk Removal in Toronto
Skunks are a common sight in many parts of Canada, known for their distinctive black and white coloring and their ability to spray a powerful odor to deter predators. But what do skunks do during the winter months? Do they hibernate like some other animals, or do they continue to be active throughout the cold […]
Raccoons Adapting to Mild January Weather in Southern Ontario
It looks like January has arrived with some mild temperatures and less snow than usual in southern Ontario. While this may be welcome news for some, it can prompt a change in raccoon behaviour. Raccoons don’t hibernate like their cousin the black bear. Instead, they have a long nap, waiting for a break in the […]
Why Winter is the Perfect Time for Wildlife Control | Wildlife Removal in Markham
As the temperatures drop and the snow begins to fall, many people assume that wildlife activity will slow down and that it’s not necessary to address any problems until the warmer months. But in reality, winter can actually be the perfect time for addressing wildlife issues. For one, many species of animals are less active […]
Squirrels Prepare for Winter By Collecting Leaves and Finding A Warm Place To Live
Preparing for Winter Squirrel nests that can see assembled in the forks of trees are called dreys. These nests are usually built of twigs, dry leaves and grass. You can typically see them if you look about 20 feet or higher in the trees. Squirrels build nests to survive winter, survey their territory and care […]
Gates Gets Wildlife Out and Keeps Them Out
To prevent wildlife from re-entering your home or business, animal proofing is the solution. This long-lasting approach avoids future removal and repair expenses. After humanely removing raccoons, skunks, squirrels, starlings, pigeons, bats and other wildlife from your home or business, Gates Wildlife Control will secure the point of entry and guarantee that the animals will not re-enter that area for a period of […]
Will Trees Or Vines Allow Animals To Climb Onto The Roof?
When surveying buildings and their immediate surroundings we need to think like an animal. Raccoons and squirrels will use their remarkable climbing capabilities to scale trees or vines in an attempt to investigate a roof for potential entry points. To prevent these animals from gaining easy access to the roof, all tree limbs should be […]
Is Tile Roofing Animal Proof? | Halton, Toronto, Durham & Surrounding Areas
Marley Tile Roofing, Is It Animal Proof? While there are both pros and cons to tile roofing, one con includes that raccoons and squirrels can still get inside! Raccoons will typically gain entry due to a tile shifting. Underneath the tiles, there is a felt paper which is extremely easy for a raccoon to tear […]
Baby Raccoons Born in January 2022…Never Seen Before!
Gates Wildlife discovered our first litter of baby raccoons on January 20th 2022 in Mississauga, Ontario. This discovery is a whole month earlier than we’ve ever seen in our 37 year history. Typically mother raccoons mate in January and give birth to their babies in attics, chimneys and sheds in the months of March, April […]
Have You Ever Seen a Ring Neck Snake?
This snake is named for the distinct yellow, cream or orange ring around the neck. The body is a uniform dark grey, brown or black and this species has smooth scales. Adult Ring-necked Snakes are generally less than 50 cm long. In Canada, the Ring-necked Snake is found from Ontario east of Lake Superior to […]
