As a resident, you’re probably well aware that there are all sorts of snakes in Los Angeles. For the most part, just like you, these critters are simply looking to go about their day. However, as more homes and buildings are going up, humans are encroaching on their natural habitat, so snakes have become a more common sight.
How Do I Snake-Proof My Yard?
Believe it or not, there are tons of different snakes in Los Angeles, including harmless snakes such as garter snakes and rat snakes. However, the area is also home to venomous species such as rattlers, copperheads, and even pit vipers.
When Is Rattlesnake Season in Los Angeles?
Rattlesnakes are most active during the warmer months, making April through October rattlesnake season. This is when you’re most likely to need a snake removal specialist. For the most part, rattlesnakes are docile and rarely bite, but you should stay away from them.
How to Dispose of Dead Animals
No one likes to come across a dead animal, but leaving a dead animal in your yard to decompose will not only create a horrible stench but put your health and your neighbors’ health at risk. Knowing the ins and outs of properly handling dead animals and disposing of them is a must for all homeowners. Here’s what you need to know about dead animal removal.
How to Keep Squirrels Away from Your Home
Squirrels can easily find food and shelter in or near your home. An object as innocuous as a bird feeder can attract them—but here is how to get rid of squirrels using everyday items.
5 Things to Know About Skunk Breeding Season
A member of the weasel family, the skunk is disliked for its pungent odor but is harmless. Most types of skunks have a similar breeding season. If you want skunks removed from your property, it’s important to understand these facts and skunk breeding habits:
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No one wants to get skunked or have the little black and white creatures living around their home or business. While skunks are more afraid of you than you should be of them, they have one powerful advantage: their smell.
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Keep Oppossums Out
Opossums tend to get a bad reputation based on stereotypes. While most stigmas surrounding these little nocturnal creatures aren’t true, people still tend to want to keep them out of their yard.
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5 Reasons You Shouldn’t Be Afraid of Opossums
When you think about critters that go “bump in the night,” the opossum is probably near the top of your list. Unfortunately, the common opossum tends to get a bad reputation with most people.
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Evacuating Pets and Large Animals
Federal law requires the sheltering and evacuation of animals during natural disasters. The federal Pets Evacuation and Transportation Standards Act, passed in 2006, requires state and local agencies to develop emergency preparedness plans for individuals with pets and service animals.1 In case of an emergency, you should have a disaster plan; a Los Angeles County animal control company may not be able to care for your domestic dog or cat.