While home and business owners might not find much to love about rats – the beady-eyed rodents that gnaw, spread disease, and invade our dwellings – there are some intriguing facts about this ubiquitous animal. Recent studies continue to shine a light on these fascinating critters. Rats have long been known for a keen sense […]
The greater Seattle area has a lot to offer, from the views of the water to the mild summers. Unfortunately, these conditions make it an attractive home to rats and other rodents. Many of us have had to protect our homes and businesses from rats for years, but what do you really know about rats […]
A recent finding in Riverside County indicates that rats may indeed be playing a role in spreading the bird flu virus. In late January 2025, the US Department of Agriculture confirmed the presence of the H5N1 avian influenza in four black rats found in Riverside County, CA, which has recently experienced a bird flu outbreak. […]
While no one ever wants to play host to mice and rats, they live among those of us who reside in the Seattle region. So, knowing how Cascade handles a rodent infestation is a common question we get often. Question: How Does Cascade Handle a Rodent Infestation? Rats and mice have been plaguing residents of […]
Eeek! No one wants to see a mouse or rat scurry across the floor, but unfortunately, it is an all too common site for business and home owners in the Pacific Northwest. Rodents are commensal animals who have a long history of living alongside humans. With the food, shelter, and safe havens we provide, why […]
As long as humans have graced these shores, so have the rats. They have thrived in our trash and survived in our homes. Rats seem to be part and parcel of urban living. And they aren’t going away any time soon. In fact, rats are a growing problem in and around the Seattle area. More […]
Increasingly, city-dwellers in the Pacific Northwest are embracing the backyard chicken coop. And why not? Chickens can be maintained in a relatively small space and they provide fresh eggs, natural pest control, and improved soil quality. So if you have the space, it is a wonderful way to use it. But there is a not-so-welcome […]
Yes, dear reader, rats can get in your toilet. But thankfully it isn’t very common. That being said if you have a basement toilet or after heavy rains, you might be more likely to get this nasty surprise. King and Seattle counties even have a Sewer Baiting program to try and control the rat population […]
The where and why of a rodent infestation are closely linked. Where you find a twitchy nose also reveals why they are there. Found a mouse behind the water heater? Likely, he was looking for warmth and shelter. Saw evidence of a rat near the garbage? She was probably looking for food. Rats and mice […]
As many residents and business owners may know, the rat population in the Seattle area continues to grow with its population. Rat control in the greater Seattle area is an ongoing problem for both urban and suburban residents, as rats have a long history in this region. Origins of Seattle Rat Populations The most common […]