Regardless of whether you’re a cat or dog person, one thing is clear: stray cats and dogs are more of Man’s best fiends than friends. Today we’ll look at how you can get rid of stray dogs that decide to cause issues on your property, as well as how to keep them away. Of course, … Read more
Anyone who’s owned an aquarium knows how wonderful snails are. Conversely, anyone who’s owned plants knows how frustrating slugs are. Today we’re going to look at these little monsters and how to get rid of them. But more importantly, we’ll examine prevention methods and get to know more about slugs. You might be surprised by … Read more
While it’s common for people to be creeped out by bugs or spiders, scolopendrphobia is a phobia you likely have but never heard of. It’s the fear of centipedes, perhaps the creepiest crawlie out there. But beyond the sheer disgust factor, should you worry about these common pests? Let’s take a look at how to … Read more
Pill bugs are one of the best-known little pests due to their armadillo-like defense mechanism. Unfortunately, they can be known by one of several different names depending on your location, and all of them are actually misnomers. Regardless of what you call them, they’re an interesting little critter that has a habit of invading your … Read more
Armadillos look like something out of sci-fi, but they’re quite real (and quite a nuisance). Since they can also be a major health risk, let’s begin with a look at how to get rid of armadillos. We’ll then come back and look at why these critters are so fascinating (and valuable), as well as the … Read more
There are quite a few woodland critters that make it into American pop culture, even though you may never meet one in person. Skunks, raccoons, deer, and opossums are great examples of this. But of these, the opossum is one that suffers from an identity crisis which can often lead to the wrong information in … Read more
Few pests create a sense of pure disgust as millipedes. Known for having multiple legs per body segment, these critters seem to have crawled right out of your worst nightmares and into your home. But are these tiny terrors really so evil? Why are they hanging out in your home? And what can you do … Read more
Rabbits, bunnies, hares, jackalopes… It doesn’t matter what you call them; these cuddly critters are both wonderful pets and garden pests. In fact, of all the critters out there, they’re among the most beloved and dreaded at the same time. So what do you do when you have a bunch of rabbits invading your yard … Read more
Dogs have a very duplicitous reputation among humans. Some, such as domestic dogs, are well-loved and extremely loyal. Others, such as wolves, jackals, and coyotes, are considered nuisances or even threats. That’s not to say that wild dog species haven’t been pets or loyal companions on occasion. Unfortunately, while the reputations of wolves and jackals … Read more
Perhaps the most terrifying critter to find in your yard isn’t a wolf or a bear, it’s the adorable little skunk. Skunks (and their close relatives, the stink badger) have a nasty reputation due to their ability to spray you with a sticky stench that can take days to remove and may have you sleeping … Read more