HOMEOWNERS, PROPERTY OWNERS, RENTERS
Use Wildlife-Resistant Containers.
- Always keep trash, recycling, and compost in secure bins.
- Wait to put out trash until the morning of collection.
- Remove unsecured trash, food, and strongly scented items (e.g., sunscreen) from yard.
Use Simple, Effective Exclusion Methods.
- Keep doors and windows closed and locked when unoccupied.
- Bring small pets, pet food and animal feed inside - or otherwise fully secured - at night.
- Eliminate access to potential den sites (e.g., under deck, attic, chimney).
Use Simple, Effective Deterrent Methods.
- Install motion-activated lights, noise or alarms.
- Install electric fencing around chicken coops and animal enclosures.
- Clean garbage and recycling bins with bleach or ammonia.
- Do not feed raccoons!