Rodents are mammals that are characterized by a single pair of front teeth that continually grow throughout the rodent’s lifetime.
These creatures can be found in almost every natural environment — especially environments where these mammals can find food, shelter, and mates for reproduction. They also adapt well to man-made environments.
Rats are the first rodents that spring to mind. Rats can spread disease in a variety of ways. They can spread diseases by biting you, letting you consume something with their feces or urine, or making contact with you.
There are many other rodents out there as well, such as mice and squirrels, and in our articles we will be focusing on rodents that are deemed as pests and that are potentially harmful to us or our property.
So, hopefully our in-depth articles will help you get rid of these pests if you find them in or around your home.
We all know that rats can chew! But what is the extent of their chewing power? Can rats chew through metal? Yes, rats can chew through metal. It depends on what type of metal. Not all metals are created equal — some are stronger than others and more resilient against rats. Rats can chew through … Read more
Nobody wants rats inside their homes — unless they keep rats as pets. These rodents carry diseases. There is also the damage caused by rats in homes — nobody wants damage caused by rats! But what damage can rats cause in homes? How rats cause damage in homes The Damage caused by rats in homes … Read more
Rats have a bad reputation, which is understandable, considering that they are rodents who are notorious for spreading deadly diseases. But did you know that not all people consider rats PESTS? Some people even have them as PETS! Here are the advantages and disadvantages of keeping rats as pets. Rats as pets pros 1. Rats … Read more
You don’t need to be a pest control professional to know that rats are nocturnal animals. You notice it yourself — rats are more active at night and you often see them at night, sneaking around your home. But when do rats sleep? It’s easy to assume that they sleep during the day, but it’s … Read more
When it comes to aggressive creatures, squirrels are probably not the first animals that spring to mind. But don’t let their cuteness and seemingly timid nature fool you. They can still be aggressive and attack — leading to potential health risks. Squirrels thrive near humans and so these health risks are closer than you think. … Read more
Squirrels are smart rodents. Once they get inside your house, they may prove incredibly difficult to get rid of. Unfortunately, your roof is one of the most vulnerable areas for squirrel infestations, so you should take extra steps to prevent these rodents from accessing and thriving there. Here are some simple, yet effective, ways to … Read more
Squirrels are fairly common rodents. But when it comes to animal bites, squirrel bites are probably not at the top of your worry list. This is understandable because the bites of other animals, like dogs, are much more common. However, that does not mean that squirrel bites are less serious… Fast facts about squirrel bites … Read more
Squirrels are rodents, but most people don’t find them quite as repulsive as other rodents like, say, rats and mice. Squirrels look cute and appear timid. However, they can still cause destruction in your garden — eating your plants etc. Here are some effective ways to stop squirrels from eating plants, enabling your garden to … Read more
Squirrels may be cute-looking animals. But don’t let their cute and innocent facade fool you… Squirrels can be dangerous — they can attack (when threatened), spread diseases, and can also cause damage to your home. One of the areas in your home where squirrels can thrive is in your basement. So, here’s how you can … Read more
Squirrels may look cute, but they are still rodents, and can potentially spread diseases, like leptospirosis and salmonellosis. Squirrels can also cause huge problems in your garden — digging up plants, eating your fruit and vegetables… They can also gnaw on electrical wires and put your home at risk of fires… Not so cute now … Read more