Resources to help care for your pets and other animals 

Nature’s ultimate multitaskers give wildlife shelter, food and more, supporting the entire ecosystem.

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Starlings are cavity-nesting birds and will use attics, vents, and ducts in homes to build nests for their eggs and to raise their young.

Of all sparrows, the non-native house sparrow is most often in conflict with humans because the birds are so good at adapting to our buildings and nesting in crevices.

Learn how to live near and deal with this gentle species when they enter your yard or garage.

When pigeon flocks grow too large and their poop becomes too much of a nuisance, use these humane methods to control their numbers.

Opossums are gentle neighbors, rarely dangerous, and often not even responsible for messes they get blamed for. Here's what to do if you have one in a crawlspace.

Many people keep mice as pets, but some wild visitors can be unwanted so learn how to deter mice and prevent their coming back with these humane tips.

Killing geese is inhumane, ineffective and unnecessary. Learn better ways to keep flocks off your property or facility.

Conflicts with deer are best solved by addressing their root causes. Here are steps that can be taken to humanely and effectively control deer populations where necessary.

Crows can get in the trash and compost. These smart black birds are now common residents of cities and towns, but relocation is more effective and humane than poison.

Chipmunks are cute, but occasionally they get into our house or bird feeders. We have tips if you need to help them escape or want to keep them out of your yard.

Beavers help steward wetlands and prevent serious flooding, but occasionally their actions can lead to nuisances like tree damage that can be dealt with humanely.

Bear troubles in your neighborhood? Bird feeders, unsecured pet food, garbage, compost, containers for recycling, and grills may be bringing them to your back door.