SKUNKS DESCRIPTION
Skunks are known for their ability to spray a liquid with a strong, unpleasant smell. Different species of skunk vary in appearance from black-and-white to brown, cream or ginger colored, but all have warning coloration.
Rodent Control Strategies for Mice and Voles in the Early Spring
Early spring is one of the busiest seasons for rodent control when many property owners start noticing renewed mouse and vole activity around their homes and businesses. Melting snow uncovers trails of dead grass made by voles tunnelling over the winter. Warm temperatures, exposed nests, and more food sources encourage mice and voles to explore…
How Bed Bug Infestations Start After Travelling
Bed bug infestations are often spread through travel by people who are unaware of the hitchhiking insects. Bed bugs are small, flat, oval-shaped blood-feeding insects that can neither jump nor fly and spread by crawling on clothing and belongings. The risk of picking up bed bugs increases in places with a high turnover of people…
Mice Don’t Hibernate: Why February Is A Dangerous Month for Hidden Infestations
In February, homeowners and business owners alike often assume that most pests are dormant or gone for the season. Unfortunately, that’s not the case for mice. Mice don’t hibernate. They can thrive during the coldest months. By this time of year, hidden infestations have often been growing unnoticed for weeks or even months. Poulin’s Pest…
Who Is Responsible for Pest Control in Alberta: Landlords and Tenants
Pest problems such as mice, cockroaches, and bed bugs aren’t just a nuisance, they’re a health and housing standards issue in Alberta. Who arranges and pays for pest control depends on whether you’re a landlord or a tenant. If you own your home, you’re normally responsible for pest control and Poulin’s can help you. Landlord…