Is it too hot for your dog to be outside?
Summertime in Texas can be pretty brutal. Between the skyrocketing temperatures and seemingly relentless sunshine, plenty of us are perfectly…
Does Your Chimney Need to Be Re-Lined?
When it comes to maintenance and recognition for chimney components, chimney liners often get the short end of the stick.…
Climbing Vines and Chimneys: A Potentially Expensive Combination
What are your thoughts about ivy and climbing vines on the exteriors of houses and chimneys? While many homeowners are…
Identifying Pest Animals by their Tracks (Volume 2)
Back in March, readers of this blog received a very brief lesson in identifying pest animals by their tracks. Raccoons,…
Ways to Help Stray Cats in Your Neighborhood
If you’re a person who genuinely likes cats, then you might find it extremely difficult to ignore any cat who…
Firecrackers and Outdoor Safety for the 4th of July
July fourth will soon be upon us, and for many Americans, the only “true” way to celebrate Independence Day is…
Why Do Bats Sleep Upside-Down? Questions and Answers about Unique Wildlife Behavior
As much as humans enjoy watching wildlife, we often find ourselves completely baffled by the things that animals do. Activities…
How to Keep Wildlife out of your Garbage Can
Picture this: You are walking home one evening, and you haven’t eaten all day. Your belly is growling, you are…
Is a Small Animal the Right Pet for your Family?
Though we spend a lot of time on this blog talking about keeping animals out of your home, many people…
Lyme Disease 101
Lyme disease is a bacterial infection that humans can fall victim to after being bitten by a blacklegged tick (aka…