Often the only practical solution is the removal of the animal. T he New Brunswick Department of Natural Resources and Energy ensures that Nuisance Wildlife Control Operators are properly trained. U nder some conditions wild animals are reservoirs of diseases, presenting a threat to other wildlife populations, to domestic animals, and to human health. Also, public safety is at risk from automobile and aircraft collisions with wild animals. People usually enjoy having wild animals near their homes and most are willing to tolerate some damage from wildlife.
Some people are able to control wildlife damage on their own.
Others, before acting on their own, need information about the life histories of the animals causing problems, the legal status of the animals, and suggestions about controlling damage. Still others need professional, on-site help to solve wildlife damage problems.