Rats have been depicted as evil, villainous, venomous, dangerous, and dirty for as long as literature and cinema have been around. In language, rats have been the bad guy for longer than that. But how did rats become the worst little four-legged long-tailed bad guy? Surely there are plenty worse out there to choose from. … Continue reading Cambridge Pest Control: Why Do Rats Have a Bad Reputation?
If you live in Halifax or anywhere in Nova Scotia, you know there are many mice and rats living in our neighbourhoods. As the Summer season ends and Fall begins, mice, rats and other rodents are seeking warm shelter. Unfortunately for homeowners, this means they may have unwanted guests this fall. Our Truly Nolen … Continue reading Halifax Pest Control: What are Mice up to In the Fall?
Rodents are voracious pests that destroy your property, raid your food, leave unwelcome gifts and spread disease. They can live in practically any climate with shelter, and they reproduce rapidly. When you have a rodent problem, how do you tell the difference between a rat and a mouse? Although they share similar characteristics, rats and … Continue reading What’s The Difference Between Mice and Rats?
Unless you have a pet hamster or rat, you may view rodents as simply very unwelcome houseguests. You may be surprised to learn, however, that this group of animals is quite diverse and features certain special abilities. One interesting fact about mice, squirrels, gophers, and other rodents is that they are unable to vomit as … Continue reading Did you Know that Rodents Can’t Throw Up?
Although you may not have heard of musophobia, it’s a common condition that affects hundreds of thousands of people all over the world. Here’s what you need to know about musophobia, the fear of mice or rats. What are the Symptoms of Musophobia? Although many people dislike mice or rats, musophobia is a more extreme … Continue reading Barrie Rodent Removal: What is Musophobia?
Owning a Waterloo business is a major responsibility and likely a major source of income for you, so when you realize your building has a rodent problem, this can be a major cause for concern. Not only can rodents seriously damage your property and nest and breed out of sight, but there are also a … Continue reading Do Rodents Chew Through Electrical Wiring?
Having a rodent infestation is a serious issue you need to handle right away. Rodents carry diseases that can harm you, your family members and your pets. They gnaw on wires, wood and plastics, which destroy your belongings and the structure of your home. If you can identify a rodent infestation, you can contact Truly … Continue reading How To Identify a Rodent Infestation in Richmond Hill
Whether you own a dog, cat, bird or even fish and reptiles, they are likely treasured members of your Kitchener family, and you do all you can to keep them safe. From providing them with vaccinations to keeping your backyard gated, there are many safeguards you can use to keep your pet healthy, but … Continue reading Rodent Control: Keeping Your Pets Safe
As the proud owner of a Niagara restaurant, you probably go to great lengths to ensure its cleanliness to please your guests and comply with local health standards. However, even the cleanest eateries can attract unwanted guests, and few are more troubling than rodents. We at Truly Nolen are standing by with information about these … Continue reading Rats and Mice: Your Niagara Restaurant’s Unwanted Guests
Finding even a single rat in your home can raise a lot of concern as these pests are certainly not ideal neighbours. These rodents often enter homes during cold weather using surprisingly small cracks or holes. They can even swim through sewers and enter through drains and toilets, hence the common name “sewer rat.” When … Continue reading Why Rats Aren’t Worth the Risk