Humane Wildlife Control Inc.

10/07/2026

https://www.cityofpasadena.net/event/living-with-coyotes-a-community-discussion-on-reducing-conflicts-with-our-wildlife-neighbors/

10/05/2026

Hey DIYers — this one’s for you!

Here’s a unique opportunity to learn directly from humane and poison-free experts on how to wildlife-proof your home.

Don’t miss this hands-on 90-minute Zoom workshop.

Wildlife-Proofing for the DIYer (Live on Zoom)
Sunday, November 1, 2026 3:00–4:30 PM Pac / 6:00–7:30 PM E

$45 per household

👉 https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/3RAG2SZ4C9ESS

Mice, rats, squirrels, raccoons, and opossums are all looking for protected places to shelter as temperatures drop. Learn how to make your home inaccessible to mice, rats and other wildlife. No-Kill, No-Poison.

We’ll cover:

• How to find common entry points
• Basic eviction and exclusion of small mammals
• Rodent-proofing tips and tricks
• Materials that work — and those that don’t
• The eviction process (getting animals out humanely)
• How to monitor for success
• The trouble with rodenticides
• Protecting gardens and vehicles from rodent damage

Leading experts Rebecca Dmytryk, Sam Ramirez, and Duane Titus will share their knowledge and experience and will be available for Q&A, including questions about specific wildlife-proofing projects.

Proceeds support the Humane Wildlife Control Association’s education, training, and advocacy programs.

Note: This workshop is for members of the public working on their own homes and properties and is not intended as professional or commercial training.

10/02/2026

https://spectrumnews1.com/ca/la/human-interest/2026/10/02/what-the--coyote-condo--eviction-teaches-us-about-wildlife

We found out what's drawing them in

09/30/2026

Celebrate three new humane and poison-free businesses!

Please join us as we welcome three new humane wildlife professionals!

After completing an intensive six-month mentorship, Kynzie DeLeon, Anthony Garcia, and Dominick Booker-Pomata have each launched a business committed to humane, responsible, and poison-free solutions to human-wildlife conflicts.

We’re bringing together professionals and advocates from across the country to celebrate their accomplishments and welcome them into this growing field.

Monday, October 19

6:30–7:30 p.m. Pacific

Live online via Zoom

Attendance is free, but registration is required:

https://www.humanewildlifecontrol.org/graduation/

Please share and help us celebrate them!

09/30/2026

ZOOM PRESENTATION: Attracting Owls & Hawks: Nest Boxes, Platforms & Perches

October 15, 2026 at 6:30 PM Pacific

Join barn owl nest box experts for a practical presentation on attracting and supporting owls and hawks on your property.

We’ll cover American Barn Owl nest boxes, Great Horned Owl nesting platforms, and raptor perches, including critical design features, proper placement and installation, and maintenance best practices.

We’ll also look at common problems with poorly designed nest boxes, what to avoid, and why good design matters for the health and safety of the birds using them.

Speakers:

Rebecca Dmytryk — Humane Wildlife Control Inc.
Sam Ramirez — Humane Pest Control Inc.

Register in advance:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/x59phlPlSqqiXJtf_1FpNg

After registering, you’ll receive a confirmation email with information about joining the meeting.

09/29/2026

CALIFORNIA ESTABLISHES WILDLIFE COEXISTENCE PROGRAM

JUST NOW: SB 1135, the California Wildlife Coexistence Act, was signed into law, establishing a statewide Wildlife Coexistence Program within the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.

The new law directs CDFW to manage and respond to human-wildlife conflicts using proactive approaches that emphasize effective, feasible, and ecologically appropriate nonlethal conflict-resolution methods based on the best available science.

The program also calls for:

• Trained response to human-wildlife conflict, depredation, animal welfare, and wildlife health incidents

• A statewide wildlife incident reporting system

• Investigation and analysis of human-wildlife conflicts

• Public education and community-based coexistence efforts

• Resources and technical assistance for wildlife coexistence partners

• A Wildlife Coexistence Technical Advisory Committee representing expertise in human-wildlife conflict mitigation, wildlife biology, public safety, animal behavior, wildlife rehabilitation, agriculture, tribal natural-resource management, and urban communities

The legislation comes as California communities increasingly confront conflicts involving coyotes, bears, mountain lions, and other wildlife.

The law takes effect January 1, 2027. According to Senator Catherine Blakespear’s office, this year’s state budget also includes $5 million for the Wildlife Coexistence Program.

For those of us working in the field of human-wildlife conflict intervention, this is an important development and a significant step toward more proactive, science-based coexistence throughout California.

Read more:

https://sd38.senate.ca.gov/news/governor-signs-legislation-creating-wildlife-coexistence-program

09/29/2026

Members of Coyote Watch Canada's Canid Response Team at The Children's Garden Project in Hamilton, on September 24. Many thanks to all who participated in this wonderful community event!

09/27/2026

https://www.coyotewatchcanada.com/site/blog/2026/09/23/thebackyardisntapetsitterwhypetsneedsupervision

A fenced backyard may feel safe. It isn’t risk-free.Responsible pet guardianship means supervising dogs outdoors and keeping cats indoors or safely contained in a catio or walked on-leash. Wildlife is only one part of the picture. Free-roaming and unattended pets can encounter hazards created by p...

09/22/2026

09/18/2026

‼️ ☠️🍓🫐☠️🤮 Driscoll’s Challenged in New Lawsuit ☠️🍓🫐☠️

A lawsuit against Driscoll’s alleges the company’s environmental and sustainability claims are misleading - groups say their practices rely heavily on plastics, pesticides, and methods that can affect local water supplies and the broader environment. When you pay for organic and “sustainable” products - that's what you expect. Read all about it:

(Beyond Pesticides, August 21, 2026) National environmental and health groups last week sued Driscoll’s, the fresh berry company, for allegedly misleading consumers about its hazardous practices and claims that its production practices and materials are “in harmony with the environment.” The c...