Bats

Bats: Fly by night dangers

Bats are associated with disease that affects people. Rabies is a dangerous and fatal disease if left untreated, but only a small percentage of bats tested have been infected with this virus. However, if you find a bat in your home and that bat has had the potential to come in contact with any pet or person in the home, the bat should be tested for rabies. If the bat is dead, it should be refrigerated (not frozen) and your local health department should be contacted. Histoplasmosis fungus is contained in the bat droppings. It can affect humans if inhaled in a confined area like an attic.

Bats are very beneficial to the ecosystem, eating thousands of insects per night. Animal Control Management Inc. uses extreme care in the removal and relocation of bats from your home and repairs the entry points to avoid future problems.