Close off the bottom of the chimney and leave them alone to finish out the cycle. Do the same for birds. If squirrels get in the attic and have young, wait until the young are old enough to leave, then seal off any attic openings. Parents may dive at or scold people and pets but they rarely hurt either, and the nuisance is short lived. Large areas of window glass can be death traps for birds.
Helpful Hints Use trash cans with lids to hold plastic trash bags.
Lids may have to be tied down to prevent raccoons from opening them. Do not leave scraps of food out for your pet dog as this will only invite a wildlife problem. When considering the use of pesticides, herbicides or fungicides, read labels and instructions and use them only when needed for specific problems. Do not use toxic chemicals where birds concentrate to eat, drink or roost or near known nests. Examine trees, dense shrubbery and vines before cutting or pruning to avoid exposing or destroying nests or injuring young.