Deer

Deer often make more appearances in the spring and fall, but occasionally they will appear in the summer to nibble on your plants. If you have a vegetable garden or flower garden, then you have probably experienced deer damage in the form of chewed plants. Deer problems don’t include the normal pest-related issues from birds, insects and other wildlife, but deer can still become a huge nuisance and may require a deer removal expert to get rid of.

How to Identify a Deer Problem

A deer is not hard to miss because of its size and unmistakable hoof print. The hoof print resembles an upside down or backwards heart. Here in Michigan, you will only find the white-tailed deer. It is named for the white underside of it’s tail that is seen just after it has been spooked and is running. If you suspect deer problems or deer damage, look for hoof prints, pebble-like deer droppings and green plants that have been chewed on (especially corn). 

Deer often take cover in the woods and will bed down for the night in a swampy area. Look for trails that are well used, a dry area near a water source where the deer may bed down and trees with bark rubbed off a few feet from the ground. Bucks will often rub their antlers on trees. These are the common signs to look for when trying to determine whether you have a deer problem. The next step is to get rid of deer in order to resolve the problem.

Deer damage is normally contained within a garden area and you may not notice any damage to fencing protecting the garden since deer can jump over a 10 or 12 foot fence if they are running. It is uncommon for a deer to jump a fence that high without trying to escape danger, but it is possible. If a group of deer is in your yard or garden, then there will be an increase of deer droppings.

On rare occasions, deer will jump through a window because they become afraid of their reflection. Deer often run out into the middle of a road during the night, or when they are spooked. If this becomes a problem in a specific area, a Critter Control of Westland deer removal and deer damage specialist will know what measures to take and contact the proper officials if necessary.

Problems with deer in your garden or flower garden can be very annoying and Critter Control of Westland is here to help. Call us.

Call Critter Control of Westland for deer removal and deer damage specialist to confirm you are experiencing deer problems, and they can provide expert advice on how to get rid of deer. In Michigan, there is a specific season for deer hunting and it is illegal to shoot deer out of season. In some situations you can obtain a special permit if they are a nuisance. A Critter Control of Westland deer removal specialist will know the proper procedures in removing a deer and whether a situation calls for additional licensing for deer removal.

There are measures you can take to prevent deer problems and to get rid of deer, such as building a fence around your garden, but it is best to contact your local Westland Critter Control deer removal and deer damage specialist for specific ideas on preventing deer damage, and preventing future deer problems.

 

We can help you get rid of deer problems.  Call Critter Control of Westland today.