My name is Karen Anderson and I am a graduate of Animal Behavior College where I earned my certification as an ABC Certified Dog Trainer. Animal Behavior College (ABC) is approved by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary and Vocational Education and is an internationally recognized school. My year long commitment to this program has provided me with a formal education in canine obedience training and understanding behavior and its motives. My certification, education and experience provide me the skills required to effectively and humanely train your dog while keeping alive the spark that makes your dog so special to you. A LITTLE BIT ABOUT MYSELF: Graduate from Animal Behavior College. Mentor for Animal Behavior College. Attend educational workshops with top dog trainers from around the world. (Ian Dunbar, Karen Pryor and Victoria Stilwell.) (I attend continuing education every year.) I teach Clicker training and "Yes" training along with treats, toys and praise. Member of the APDT, Association of Pet Dog Trainers. Former Board Member and Volunteer with the Frances Willis SPCA. (Summerville SC) Writing Articles with the LowCountry Dog Magazine (sister magazine with CedarValley Dog Magazine). Co-Chartering the Sister Magazine called CedarValley Dog Magazine. Coming this Summer/Fall 2011. Volunteering with SPCA's, Humane Society's and Rescues. $20 initial training session for Humane Society or Rescue alumni ($95.00 value) recent adoptions. (within 30 days of training lesson) Licensed, Insured & Bonded. Veterinarian Recommended.
My name is Karen Anderson and I am a graduate of Animal Behavior College where I earned my certification as an ABC Certified Dog Trainer. Animal Behavior College (ABC) is approved by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary and Vocational Education and is an internationally recognized school. My year long commitment to this program has provided me with a formal education in canine obedience training and understanding behavior and its motives. My certification, education and experience provide me the skills required to effectively and humanely train your dog while keeping alive the spark that makes your dog so special to you. A LITTLE BIT ABOUT MYSELF: Graduate from Animal Behavior College. Mentor for Animal Behavior College. Attend educational workshops with top dog trainers from around the world. (Ian Dunbar, Karen Pryor and Victoria Stilwell.) (I attend continuing education every year.) I teach Clicker training and "Yes" training along with treats, toys and praise. Member of the APDT, Association of Pet Dog Trainers. Former Board Member and Volunteer with the Frances Willis SPCA. (Summerville SC) Writing Articles with the LowCountry Dog Magazine (sister magazine with CedarValley Dog Magazine). Co-Chartering the Sister Magazine called CedarValley Dog Magazine. Coming this Summer/Fall 2011. Volunteering with SPCA's, Humane Society's and Rescues. $20 initial training session for Humane Society or Rescue alumni ($95.00 value) recent adoptions. (within 30 days of training lesson) Licensed, Insured & Bonded. Veterinarian Recommended.
With over 100 years in business, we are earning your trust. Founded in 1915, Plunkett’s Pest Control is a family-owned & operated company with third-generation ownership. Plunkett’s delivers professional pest control services to residential and commercial clients in 20 states and growing. Our entire staff is knowledgeable, trustworthy, resourceful, and passionate about preventing & solving pest concerns for our clients and safeguarding the communities we call home.
"I think these folks know what they are doing, but communication and follow up is poor. I will try another company as I search for expertise and professional communication."
CYNTHIA H on November 2021
With over 100 years in business, we are earning your trust. Founded in 1915, Plunkett’s Pest Control is a family-owned & operated company with third-generation ownership. Plunkett’s delivers professional pest control services to residential and commercial clients in 20 states and growing. Our entire staff is knowledgeable, trustworthy, resourceful, and passionate about preventing & solving pest concerns for our clients and safeguarding the communities we call home.
"I think these folks know what they are doing, but communication and follow up is poor. I will try another company as I search for expertise and professional communication."
CYNTHIA H on November 2021
We are a family owned and operated business with over 10 years experience. We have strong ties to the community. We offer seasonal promotions as as well as senior discounts. We except cash or check no credit/debit cards please. We offer exceptional service at a low prices. We operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and our phones are always answered.
We are a family owned and operated business with over 10 years experience. We have strong ties to the community. We offer seasonal promotions as as well as senior discounts. We except cash or check no credit/debit cards please. We offer exceptional service at a low prices. We operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and our phones are always answered.
Established in 2000. We are a local, full-time, experienced, licensed,and insured Wildlife and Bat Removal and Control company. Specializing in Bat Removal and Bat Proofing Call us for removal of: -Bats -Raccoons -Possums -Snakes -Skunks and their odor -Woodchucks/groundhogs -Squirrels -Birds -Mice -Rats -Moles/voles -Beaver -And more
Established in 2000. We are a local, full-time, experienced, licensed,and insured Wildlife and Bat Removal and Control company. Specializing in Bat Removal and Bat Proofing Call us for removal of: -Bats -Raccoons -Possums -Snakes -Skunks and their odor -Woodchucks/groundhogs -Squirrels -Birds -Mice -Rats -Moles/voles -Beaver -And more
DIY animal removal is rarely a good idea and is not advised for many reasons. First, these types of animals can carry diseases and, therefore, pose a health risk to you, your family, and your pets if mishandled. Second, depending on your city or municipality, it may be illegal to remove or handle wildlife yourself.
Sealing your home against these animals yourself is also a bad idea. Trapping an animal under your house will cause odor and insect problems when it passes away.
Pest control is not the same as animal removal. Pest control specialists treat for insects and bugs, often by using chemicals. Animal removal specialists try to avoid chemicals if possible and instead work to trap and move the animal that's causing problems.
Since each expert has their own removal methods, it's best to contact a pest control professional for insects and bugs and an animal control specialist for other animals.
Animal removal specialists specialize in removing critters and wildlife from in and around your home. These include:
Bats
Birds
Groundhogs
Moles and voles
Opossums
Mice and rats
Raccoons
Skunks
Squirrels
The specialist's method to remove these critters will depend on the animal. For example, groundhogs will be live-trapped and relocated, whereas, for birds, the expert will remove and discard the inactive nest and sanitize the area.
You might be tempted to call your local municipality to remove animals from your property, such as a groundhog burrowing in your yard or raccoons getting into your trash cans. However, they typically only remove domestic animals like dogs and cats from properties, or sick and injured wildlife that pose a public safety risk or health threat, such as a rabid animal. They typically do not capture or remove healthy wildlife.
Animal removal professionals have the tools, knowledge, and skills to trap and remove wild animals adequately and humanely. They also can relocate them correctly.
Professional animal removal costs between $200 and $600 for average homeowners. However, depending on the type and number of critters removed, this cost could range from $85 to $1,400.
This cost does not include the cost of home damage caused by the animal, which could be as low as $300 for minor drywall repair or as much as $15,000 for crawl space cleaning and restoration.