Spring Animal Tips

Wildlife pests

Spring is the time of year when wildlife becomes very visible and resumes its normal level of activity. It is also mating season for many creatures - their babies will be born later this season. If you discover a wild creature taking up residence somewhere you do not like, there are agencies licensed by the Pennsylvania State Game Commission http://www.pgc.state.pa.us to do nuisance wildlife trapping and removal. The Tredyffrin Township Animal Control Officer and/or Police Department do not provide this service.

Go To Wildlife Pest Control Services

Sick wildlife

Spring is also a time when wild animals get into lots of trouble. If you discover a wild animal that is too young to be on its own or appears to be sick or injured, contact the Schuylkill Wildlife Rehabilitation Clinic http://www.schuylkillcenter.org/wildlife/wildlife.htm for rescue and treatment.

Pet health

You should make an appointment with your veterinarian for spring shots and other medications. If your pet is not already on a twelve-month program, you should have your veterinarian test for heartworm and begin a heartworm medication program.

You should also gear up for flea and tick season. Begin applying a good flea and tick preparation to prevent or lessen the impact of the season. There many excellent medications for flea and tick control, along with vaccines for the prevention of Lyme Disease. Talk to your vet for recommendations about what is best for your pet.

• Pennsylvania Department of Health Lime Disease Fact Sheet
  http://www.health.state.pa.us/hpa/cdi/lyme.htm
• Chester County Lime Disease Question & Answer Sheet
  http://www.chesco.org/health/lyme_disease/index.htm

You should also check on the status of your rabies vaccination. State Law requires that all pets over three months of age be inoculated against rabies. If you are not sure when your pet was last vaccinated, contact your veterinarian and he or she will be able to tell you when its last vaccination was and when it is due for another one.

• Rabies Laws
  http://www.humaneleague.com/rabies.htm

West Nile Virus

West Nile Virus begins to become a concern in the spring. Patrol your property to determine if there are any areas where mosquitoes can breed and be on the lookout for other signs of West Nile Virus.

If you find a dead bird that has not been there for more than 24 hours and appears to be intact, call the Tredyffrin Township Police or Animal Control Officer for assistance, (610) 647-1440.

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(610) 644-3221
animalcontrol@tredyffrin.org