City of Carrollton, TX
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Carrollton is home to many different species of wild animals. Although none pose a significant threat to their human neighbors. These animals include armadillo, beavers, bobcats, coyotes, foxes, raccoons, rodents, skunks, and others.
Some tips to keeping a wild animal from taking up residence in your yard or attic:
- Close all trash containers
- If you feed your pet outside remove any remaining food before nightfall
- Store compost in proper containers
- Keep weeds and grass cut short especially near fences or walls
- Ensure wood piles are stored in proper bins
- Ensure your roof and eaves are in good condition, even small holes need to be covered.
- Cap your chimney, and cover all vents with a commercial product or a wire mesh to keep animals from nesting.
- Keep your garage doors closed in the evenings
Numbers and links to other wildlife sites and rehabilitators
North Texas Wildlife Hotline | 940-566-6350 |
Wildcare of North Texas | 817-237-8500 |
Audubon Hotline | 972-480-5370 |
Heard Wildlife Museum | 214-542-5566 |
Texas Parks and Wildlife | 800-792-1112 |