At J’s Wildlife Solutions LLC, we understand that pets are family. Whether you have a curious dog, an adventurous cat, or backyard chickens, keeping them safe from nuisance wildlife is essential. While wild animals play an important role in the ecosystem, they can pose health and safety risks to household pets. Here’s what you need to know about common wildlife threats and how to protect your beloved animals.

Common Wildlife Threats to Pets

-Raccoons & Opossums – Known to rummage through trash and pet food bowls, these animals can carry parasites and diseases like leptospirosis, roundworms, and distemper.
-Coyotes & Foxes – Opportunistic predators that may target small pets, especially cats, rabbits, and toy dog breeds.
- Skunks – Aside from their unpleasant spray, skunks can transmit rabies and other infections if they bite or scratch.
-Snakes – While most are non-venomous, Indiana is home to venomous species like copperheads that can be dangerous to pets.
- Rodents – Mice and rats attract larger predators and can spread disease through droppings, contaminating pet areas.

How to Keep Your Pets Safe

- Secure Pet Food & Water – Never leave food outside overnight, as it attracts wildlife. Store pet food in sealed containers.
- Fence & Protect Your Yard – Ensure fencing is buried deep to deter digging animals. Install motion-activated lights to discourage nocturnal wildlife.
- Supervise Outdoor Time – Keep an eye on pets while outside, especially at dawn and dusk when predators are most active.
- Wildlife-Proof Pet Housing – If you have outdoor pets (chickens, rabbits, or livestock), make sure their enclosures are sturdy, covered, and predator-proof.
- Avoid Unintentional Wildlife Attractions – Clean up fallen fruit, secure garbage bins, and remove brush piles where wildlife may nest.
- Be Cautious on Walks – Keep dogs leashed near wooded areas where they could stumble upon dangerous wildlife, like snakes or skunks.
- Know the Signs of Illness – If your pet has sudden lethargy, vomiting, or unusual wounds, they may have had a run-in with wildlife—contact your vet immediately.

What to Do If Wildlife Becomes a Problem

If wildlife is repeatedly invading your yard, home, or pet spaces, it’s time to call J’s Wildlife Solutions LLC! We offer safe, humane removal and exclusion services to prevent wildlife from posing risks to pets and people.

📞 Need professional wildlife removal? Contact us today!