We help home owners & businesses deal with Bird Control & Wildlife Removal through use of Falconry  and other humane control methods. Permanent Results. GUARANTEED.


Hawkeye Bird and Animal Control has been synonymous with Excellence in Humane Pest Bird Control and Animal & Wildlife Removal for over 35 years. Call us today at 416.429.5393

 

Hawkeye Bird and Animal Control Services

Animal Wildlife Removal

Animal Wildlife Removal

Permanent Removal. Guaranteed.


Bird Control & Removal

Effective control methods, incl. Falconry


Falconry Experience



Spend an hour or three with our Birds of Prey... have a Hawk or Owl fly to YOUR arm!


Animal Wrangling


Hawkeye's trained Dogs & Birds of Prey are available for Motion Pictures, Television, Photography, and more...


What makes Hawkeye different from other wildlife control companies?

Hawkeye is the ONLY pest bird and animal/wildlife control company in Canada designated "Certified Wildlife Control Professional" AND holding the following permits/licenses:

 

Trapping of Fur Bearing Animals PermitTrapping of Fur Bearing Animals
In contrast to all other companies, we can euthanize the bird or fur bearing animal, thus guaranteeing it will not return.

Falconry PermitCommercial Falconry Permit
We use Birds of Prey (hawks, owls, falcons, eagles) to scare, chase, or remove in a natural and humane way.

Pest control licenseOntario Pest Control License
We can employ chemical solutions to certain problems. These methods include natural pesticides.

Trapping of Fur Bearing Animals PermitShooting in Sensitive Environments
Our extensive training and certifications allow us to use pyrotechnics or firearms, even in urban settings.

 

We offer PERMANENT solutions above and beyond what other companies can offer. GUARANTEED. 

 

35+ years of Bird and Animal Wildlife Control probably speaks for itself.

Our love for and experience in dealing with Pest Birds and Animal Wildlife has taken us to Airports, Hospitals, Municipal Parks and Marinas, High Rise Buildings, Manufacturing Plants, and to homes all across southern Ontario.

Our unique approach and proprietary equipment as well as our extensive training truly set us apart. All of our technicians are licensed trappers and undergo continued training in areas of safety and best practices.

 

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Injured Short Eared Owl

While Hawkeye Bird & Animal Control mainly deals with managing conflicts with pest birds and animal wildlife, we are occasionally called upon a rescue mission. Such was the case on October 31st, 2024. Here's what we know so far: 

The Patient: Short Eared Owl

On October 31st, 2024 an adult male short eared owl was spotted on the ground near 4th line in Halton Hills, Ontario and transported to Hawkeye in Acton. Hawkeye's Dan Frankian checked over the bird and found that the poor little guy was severely dehydrated and emaciated, suggesting that he had been on the ground for some time (likely 2-3 days). He currently weighs a mere 300 grams but we'll be working on that.

A Visit to the Veterinary Clinic

Since there were no discernable fractures, Dan packed up his little charge and drove off to meet Dr. Michael Taylor for x-rays and an expert assessment. X-rays confirmed that there are no fractures, but that the little fella suffered extensive nerve damage from overstretching of the left wing (brachial area). At this time, we have no idea what caused the trauma. The Doc also discovered some inflammation of the liver which could be entirely unrelated.

Dr. Taylor has our undying gratitude for sharing his time and expertise with us for nearly 30 years now. His knowledge of avian physiology and his aptitude for handling fragile birds of prey is unparalleled. 

The Road to Recovery

Well, our little friend will enjoy some food, water, vitamins and LOTS of rest for the next 2 weeks. We'll immobilize his wing with a Figure 8 bandage to keep him still and allow for some healing to take place. We're also still waiting for his blood work to come back.

Short Eared Owl Rehabilitation

As much as we hope that this super cute little guest will make a full recovery and will be able to return to the wild, we have to prepare ourselves for the possibility that his injuries are just too severe for him to ever soar again. We will keep a close eye on him and re-evaluate in a couple of weeks. Fingers crossed.

About Short Eared Owls

Believe it or not, with all our experience and 30 years of keeping and raising birds of prey, we had never before actually seen a Short Eared Owl before today. And, this isn't how we like to meet new birds at all. But, boy, is he cute! Dan Frankian of Hawkeye is positively smitten with this little guy. He was able to hand (or finger) feed him after the owl wanted absolutely nothing to do with a dropper.

Short Eared Owl Identification

The short eared owl is a medium sized owl with very distinct big black-rimmed yellow eyes looking at you from a pale facial disk on a rounded head. Their ear tufts are so short that they may be easy to miss. Short eared owls have broad, long, and rounded wings, perfect for gliding silently over grasslands and a short tail. 

Short Eared Owl Habitat

The short eared owl is one of the world's most widely distributed owls, and one of the easiest to spot in daylight. Actually, the best time to lay eyes on this medium sized owl is generally dusk or dawn. The ideal short eared owl territories include  large, open areas with low vegetation, including prairies and coastal grasslands. Winter habitat may also include man made dwellings, such as dumps, gravel pits, and rock quarries. Short-eared Owls can travel incredibly long distances; they have been seen descending on ships hundreds of miles from any land mass.

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