The Township of West Lincoln gets many questions on how to handle wildlife. If you or anyone else is in danger or an animal may hurt someone, call the police at 911.
If you come into contact with wildlife that might have rabies, contact Niagara Region Public Health at 1-800-263-7248 or 905-688-3762.
If you see an animal in distress or think it has rabies, please contact the Welland and District SPCA and Humane Society at 1-888-222-0568 or 905-735-1552.
Contact us at 905-957-3346 to report a dead animal on a Township road. For regional roads, contact Niagara Region at 1-877-552-5579.
We do not handle wildlife calls for skunks, raccoons, bats or other animals. Please call a pest control company with any issues.
Tips for dealing with pests:
In the early Spring and late Fall, you should find and close up any holes or openings in attics, under steps, sheds and garages. These areas make great dens for wildlife. Make sure to remove any wildlife before sealing the openings.
It is common to see a coyote in Southern Ontario. You can reduce human and wildlife conflict by learning facts about coexisting with coyotes as well as steps to prevent attraction.
Rodents can cause damage to your property or make you ill. It is important to take the proper precautions to deter rodents from your property. To find evidence of a rodent problem, you should:
Follow the suggestions below to make your property less appealing to rodents.
Discuss any concerns with your neighbours to make sure rodents don't just move from one property to the next. If you believe a property may be in violation of the Clean Yards By-Law, please contact our Clerk's department to file a complaint.