11311 Raphel Road |
Upper Falls,
MD
21156
Some individuals have no problem co-existing with mice and rats – some even keep domesticated rodents as pets. But for others, finding mice and rats in your home can be extremely disturbing and frightening. Use humane methods of trapping…. Read More
Despite their diminutive size, groundhogs have an insatiable appetite. An adult groundhog can consume between 1 to 2 pounds of vegetation in a single day, which means a group of groundhogs can easily destroy a garden overnight. Rather than letting… Read More
Maryland is home to ten different species of the bat, all of which fall under the Microchiroptera family. All of these bats support the ecosystem by eating insects such as mosquitos, stink bugs, and moths. Given their importance, it is… Read More
Our great state of Maryland is home to over two dozen species and subspecies of snakes. In addition to common harmless snakes like garter snakes and brown snakes, there are also two species of venomous snakes: the copperhead and the… Read More
When we think of hibernation, we normally picture a bear curled up in a ball, sleeping for months on end. In reality, hibernation is much more complex than it appears to be. Hibernation is a result of fewer food sources…. Read More
When it comes to wildlife interaction, Shumaker’s Animal Control believes in providing humane treatment. Our team is committed to using live traps to trap and remove animals before relocating them to an appropriate wildlife area. Safe for Animals When a… Read More
Despite their large stature, deer are known for being rather calm and gentle creatures. It might surprise you to learn that deer live a much more complex and fascinating life than it would appear. Deer eat a lot. Deer are… Read More
There is no denying the appeal of owning an exotic pet. That is why when individuals come across an injured or baby animal, their first instinct is to take it in and care for it. But keeping a wild animal… Read More
All humans and animals are creatures of habit. We take our trash out at the same time every week, and like clockwork, pests and wild animals will come by to savage for food scraps. It might seem counterintuitive to have… Read More
A clean and safe work environment that is rodent-free will help keep staff positive and productive. The presence of mice and other rodents will not only diminish work ethic, but also create a negative atmosphere. Rodents typically enter an office… Read More
