Dr. Critter Blog — Florida Wildlife Removal Insights
Field-tested guidance on identifying, removing, and excluding Central Florida wildlife — from a licensed nuisance wildlife operator.
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If a sharp, lingering musk has settled around your deck or shed, or you have noticed fresh holes opening up along the foundation, there is a good chance a striped skunk has moved in underneath. I am…
Four animals account for almost every attic noise complaint we take in Central Florida: the Eastern gray squirrel, the Norway and roof rat, the raccoon, and the big brown or evening bat. Each one has…
If you've stepped onto your lawn and found it looking like a backhoe rolled through overnight, you almost certainly have an armadillo. The nine-banded armadillo (Dasypus novemcinctus) is a uniquely…
You opened the attic hatch to look for a leak, the holiday decorations, or that scratching sound you've been hearing. Instead you found a pile of dark, lumpy droppings stacked in one corner — and…
You hear scratching in the attic at 3 a.m. You find droppings in the garage that aren't from mice. You glimpse something larger than a rat slipping under the deck. Your first instinct is to grab the…
Reviewed by Steve DeMoor (“Dr. Critter”), Florida wildlife control professional since 1996. If you’ve found bats in your attic and started searching for help, the first thing to know is that…
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🐍 Orlando Snake Encounters: What to Do When Scales Meet Suburbia Welcome to Central Florida, where the sun shines, the palm trees sway, and occasionally, a snake decides your backyard is the…
Summer Wildlife in Central Florida: What the Heat Means for Animal Behavior and Your Home By Steve Walker, Dr. Critter Commercial Services Central Florida summers are known for their scorching…
Understanding Armadillos in The Villages: Behavior, Impact, and Control Florida is home to a diverse range of wildlife, and while many animals prefer to keep their distance, some find our…
Dr. Critter Launches New Website – Explore Our Services Today! We are thrilled to announce the launch of our brand-new website at www.drcritter.com! 🎉 At Dr. Critter Wildlife Control, we…
We want to take a second to boast a little. We recently received the following review from a customer: The entire team is top notch, communicative and detail oriented. Sam went above and…
We've been doing this for a long time. Almost 30 years to be precise. It should also be noted that animal removal and repairs are all we do. Our point is, we're pretty good at it…
Pest Control or Wildlife Control - What's the Difference? Generally speaking, the pest industry falls into two categories - Pest Control and Wildlife Control. So what's the…
Join us on an educational journey into the world of snakes! ? Steve DeMoor, our passionate owner, recently embarked on a local hike with his son, sparking a thrilling discovery of a rarely seen…
Recently Steve and Steve (yes you read that right!) received a call from Seminole County on the outskirts of the Greater Orlando area for a rattlesnake. After a very quick response, they came…
Brevard County Bat Removal The dedicated team at Dr. Critter has been diligently tackling bat removal projects across the Space Coast, making significant strides in the past week. Our recent…
The call came in at 4:47 a.m. — the homeowner had been awake for two hours, listening to scratching directly above her master bedroom. She wasn't sure if it was one animal or several. She was sure…
A Proven Record of Success "A Proven Record of Success" - many companies tout this as their most important ability when it comes to differentiating themselves from the competition. We even see it…
Snake Safety Tips for Central Florida and Orlando Residents in 2023 In 2023, Central Florida and Orlando are witnessing a surge in snake bites, according to Florida state agencies. The…
In a significant move, Pulte Group has solidified its presence on over 400 acres of picturesque land in northeast Orange County, marking the commencement of construction on Orlando's inaugural…
One of the more common questions we get here at Dr. Critter from our customers in the Greater Central Florida area is what to do when bats move in to an attic space? With more than 25 years…
Uninvited Guests: What to Do When a Raccoon Invades Your Attic For a step-by-step homeowner walkthrough, see our guide on what to do when raccoons get in your attic. Imagine this: You're peacefully…
Central Florida Snake Removal Orlando (and Central Florida in general) is home to a variety of snakes, both venomous and non-venomous. While some people may be afraid of these reptiles, it is…
Reviewed by Steve DeMoor (“Dr. Critter”), Florida wildlife control professional since 1996. If you can hear scratching above your bedroom ceiling at dusk, see small dark stains around a soffit,…
What Animal Is Scratching In My Attic? If you hear scratching noises in your attic, it's possible that an animal has taken up residence there. Here in Central Florida, the common animals that…
What to Do About a Dead Animal in Your Attic: A Guide for Orlando Residents If you have a problem with wildlife in your attic, the first thing you need to do is determine what kind of animal you…
The Effectiveness of Snake Deterrents: Separating Fact from Fiction Snakes can be a scary and dangerous presence in your yard or home, and many people turn to snake deterrents as a way to keep them…
Florida is home to a diverse range of animals. Reptiles, and snakes in particular, are a common animal that people not only encounter, but elicit fear. We are home to more than 40 species…
A common issue we at Dr. Critter run in to here in Central Florida is when raccoons get into your attic. Raccoons are incredibly intelligent animals that are able to manipulate objects with…
Reviewed by Steve DeMoor (“Dr. Critter”), Florida wildlife control professional since 1996. If you have bats in your Central Florida attic, the first useful question isn’t “how do I get rid…
How Does Critter Control Differ From Pest Control? One of the big shifts in our industry over the last few twenty to thirty years has been the emergence of critter control or wildlife control as…
If you have squirrels in your attic, the first thing we want to do is identify how they are getting in and out of your home. We start by looking for entry points such as holes in the roof or eaves,…
Bats are fascinating creatures that play important roles in the ecosystems here in Palm Bay. As the only mammals capable of true flight, bats are able to pollinate flowers, disperse seeds, and…
An educational reference by Steve DeMoor ("Dr. Critter"), Florida wildlife control professional since 1996. This page is a species guide — if you have a snake situation that needs hands-on help…
Orlando Squirrel Removal Florida is an interesting state! In no way does this hold more true than our interactions with animals. Generally speaking, squirrels give birth…
Pest Control or Wildlife Control? Dr. Critter started as a highly specialized company that focuses on Widlife Control and Removal. With more than 25 years experience we have seen a…
Space Coast Bat Removal The Dr. Critter team has been hard at work in the Space Coast removing bats recently. In the past week alone, we have started two projects in Palm Bay, one in West…
Squirrels in your Attic? Squirrels are a cute and cuddly looking animal, but when they move into your attic, things can get disastrous! Here in Central Florida, we've seen ceilings…
Wedding Cake - Dr. Critter Style If you've been in the wildlife control industry more than a day or two, chances are someone has jokingly asked if you have a trap big enough for their…
How do I get bats out of my attic? Removal of bats is accomplished through a combination of sealing holes on the exterior of your home – essentially bat proofing the structure – and…
