#rat control

Ferrets have become a successful way of combatting rats in public spaces, Rotterdam local council has said, following a trial started at the beginning of this year. The council received 1,441 reports of rat sightings in public spaces up to July this year, but the animals are also found in homes. “The nuisance caused by rats is extreme,” Leefbaar councillor Benvenido van Schaik, who initiated the trial, told the AD. Poison as a method of controlling rats and mice has been banned since 2023 because it can harm birds and pets, and render the rodents immune. A blanket ban on leaving out food for birds has not worked either, he said. Rat catcher Nico Kraaijeveld and his 10 ferrets have sprung into action a dozen times at different locations in the city, including the Afrikaanderplein, where the ferrets killed 69 rats in the space of three hours.

“RAT CONTROL”

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Rats are a large problem in the United States. They come in many sizes and colors, but all have one thing in common: they can be found anywhere from rural areas to urban cities.

Rats will eat anything that is edible, including garbage, food scraps, spoiled food, and pet food. They also carry different diseases such as Salmonella or Leptospirosis which is why it's important to take action before they become a major problem!

(photo source: allcityanimaltrapping.com)

In this article, we'll give you some tips on how to prevent rats from becoming an issue in your home or at work by identifying potential rodent problems and avoiding them before they occur.

1. Identify potential rodent problems

In order to identify potential rodent problems, keep an eye out for the following:

Droppings: Rat droppings can be found anywhere from on top of surfaces such as boxes or on surfaces that come into contact with the ground such as pipes or drains

Nests: this is a rat’s home and can be seen most often around trees or piles of objects

Runways: these are paths used by rodents to get from one place to another and can be seen most often in heavily-trafficked areas.

2. Get Rid of the Trash

Rats have a tendency to make their homes in garbage lying around your home or workplace. Take out the trash on a regular basis and do not leave food out overnight. Rats may also like hanging around trash cans so make sure to keep them tightly closed at all times.

3. Seal Your Home

The best way to prevent rats from getting into your home is to seal it as much as possible. Rats will chew through almost anything, which means they can get through even the tightest spaces.

To be completely safe, it’s necessary to seal all potential openings and cracks and keep them sealed for at least a year. Carefully inspect your property and make sure everything is secured with rodent-proofing materials such as steel wool, metal mesh, or mortar.

4. Get Rid of Any Piles of Objects

Rats like to build nests in piles of objects that are both big and tiny such as furniture or clothes left on the floor for too long. Pick up any items that have been sitting out for a while and keep them in tightly sealed plastic bags to keep the rats out.

5. Set Traps

Traps can be highly effective when it comes to controlling a rat infestation; however, make sure you use them under professional supervision. There are many different types of traps available on the market today and what works for one person may not work for the next.

6. Get Rid of Rat Poop

Rats carry a variety of diseases and parasites, so it’s important to get rid of any rodent feces as soon as possible. Wear gloves and use a plastic baggie to pick up rat droppings and dispose of them in a garbage can that will be sealed for at least a week.

7. Contact Your Local Pest Control Company

If all else fails, then it may be necessary to contact your local pest control company or animal removal service. These professionals have the tools and skills needed to get rid of the rats in your home quickly and efficiently!

Conclusion