If you have a problem with wildlife in your Pocatello home, your best option is to hire a company that specializes in Idaho wildlife removal only. This is a specialty business, and regular pest control companies do not use the proper techniques to solve animal problems. I have spent many years reviewing Idaho and Pocatello, and I recommend the following:

Allstate Animal Control
Cell Phone: 208-293-8828

NOTE: If you have a dog or cat problem, call Bannock County Animal Services: (208) 234-6156

Allstate Animal Control specializes primarily in removing animals from attics of homes and buildings - this includes squirrels in attics, raccoons, and rats or mice in homes. Idaho also has a documented problem with bats in buildings, and Allstate Animal Control is specially trained in bat removal. They also perform general wildlife trapping services, such as the capture and removal of skunks or opossums on the property. Call 208-293-8828 to discuss your critter problem and schedule a same-day or next-day appointment. Click here to learn more about what prices we charge in 2020.

When hiring a company to solve your wild animal problem, you want these features:

• Specializes in wildlife removal, not pest control
• Fully Idaho and Bannock County licensed and insured
• Works 7 days per week (critters don't take weekends off)
• Performs full building inspections: enters and inspects attic
• Performs exclusion repairs, with guarantee against animal re-entry
• Offers cleanup of biohazardous wildlife waste



Allstate Animal Control is a full-service Pocatello wildlife removal company. This is very different from a regular Pocatello pest control company. The pest control companies spray poison to kill insects. This is not at all similar to wildlife removal. Allstate Animal Control performs a full inspection of the home or property, and determines why the animal(s) are there, and if inside a building, how the animals got inside. All animals (including rodents) are trapped and removed, or if possible, removed from the building using special exclusion devices. Once the animals are gone, preventative repairs are essential, and cleanup is sometimes recommended.

Pocatello wildlife trapping - it's not as simple as it may seem. It's illegal in Idaho to trap without a license. Trap type is very important and there are many different types, bait is somewhat relevant, trap placement is vital, and there are dozens of small things that are very important to know. Safety is a concern. Then once the animal is trapped, it must be removed and dealt with in the proper manner according to Idaho law. We offer Pocatello raccoon removal. Read more about how to get rid of raccoons.

Animals in attics - this is our specialty at Allstate Animal Control. Many types of animals like to live in attics. This includes squirrels, raccoons, rats, mice, bats, birds, and even possums. Critters like to go into attics for a safe place to live and raise their young. Removing animals from attics is very complex work, partly because of the presence of baby animals. If you need Pocatello squirrel removal, we can remove all the squirrels from your attic, and seal out any future ones. Read more about how to get rid of squirrels.

Rodent control must be done in a very specific way. First off, the most important thing is that all the openings that rats and mice can use to enter a house be sealed. Then all the rodents must be physically trapped and removed. Never, ever use poison! Most Pocatello exterminators will just use this lazy poison technique to kill rodents, and it causes more harm than good - dead stinky rats, and it doesn't solve the problem. Call us for correct Pocatello rat removal. Read more about how to get rid of rats.

Bat removal is a highly specialized task. Idaho is known to have colonizing bats who often live in buildings. Bats love attics. If not removed, the colony can grow to a very large size over the years. The bat droppings are often corrosive and cause health risks. The same goes for bird droppings on or in buildings. We perform Pocatello pigeon removal and bird control. But our specialty is Pocatello bat removal. We remove 100% of the bat colony and seal the building so that it's totally bat-proof. Read more about how to get rid of bats.

If you have animals inside a house, no job is complete without proper exclusion repairs. If you simply hire a Pocatello trapper who only removes the critters, then the problem will return. You need to hire a Pocatello wildlife control company that identifies 100% of the animal entry points into your building, and seals them shut with professional repairs. In addition, in many cases animals have left waste or contamination behind, and you'll want a company that can provide professional cleaning services. Allstate Animal Control does both.

The above are just some of the services offered by Allstate Animal Control. We also trap and remove animals that destroy lawns, such as moles, or digging animals. Sometimes animals like opossums will live under buildings, steal pet food, raid garbage cans, etc. Read about how to get rid of opossums. Skunks commonly live under sheds or decks, and set up a den. We can trap and remove them without them spraying. Read about how to get rid of skunks. Allstate Animal Control also provides dead animal removal in Pocatello. If you need help with any other wildlife conflict, from a fox, beaver, groundhog, or any other critter, we can solve it. We also do Pocatello snake removal - most of the snakes in Idaho are not venomous, but call us if you want safe removal, or read about how to get rid of snakes in Pocatello. And remember, we are a private business, not Bannock County Animal Control Services, so if you have a dog or cat problem, call the County at (208) 234-6156. Bannock County animal services does not handle any wildlife issues.


Allstate Animal Control: 208-293-8828

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Pocatello Pricing Info For Year 2020

Every wildlife removal situation is different, from the species of animals involved, the location of the animal inside a house or outside, the extent of repairs or cleanup, etc. It's impossible to give one-size-fits-all prices. Examples MIGHT include:

Small Job: For example, a one-stop job to remove an animal in the yard: $100 on up
Medium Job: For example, getting critters out of your house with minor repairs: $300 on up
Large Job: For example, a project involving many service trips and complex work: $500 on up

Give us a phone call now and tell us about your wildlife issue and we will be able to give you a price estimate over the phone. If you're cool with it, we can schedule a same-day or next-day appointment if you like. Our prices are fair, and a good value because we do the job right, the first time.

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Pocatello Wildlife Tip #1:
Common and Venomous Snakes of Virginia

Among places with high snake population the state of Virginia is ranked alongside Florida, Texas and others. There are several common and venomous snakes found in this part of the United States. The earlier you know about the snakes the better for you when you want to explore bushes within the state. That is what made this post to be dedicated to offering you information on some common and venomous snakes of Virginia. The snakes are into two different types including the venomous and non-venomous snakes. The venomous snakes found in this state are more than three different species.

The possible areas you can find snakes within Virginia

Snakes are animals in the reptile family that do not like looking for trouble. They are always careful how to move around places mostly when they come around human residents. So, most of them usually prefer taken up their habitat in isolated areas and swampy zone. Most of the snakes are found in the water-logged areas, swamps, mountain tops and lots more. So, when you want to find snakes in Virginia you should just move to the lonely swampy areas of the state.

The three possible venomous snakes of Virginia

Out of the thirty five snake species founds in Virginia only three is recorded to be venomous. The rest thirty two snakes are known to be completely harmless. The three common and venomous snakes of Virginia include: Northern Copperhead snake, Eastern Cottonmouth Snake and the Timber snake. These venomous snake species are mainly seen in some isolated places around making it difficult for them to encounter human being around making their bite rare.

The eastern garter snakes of Virginia

Eastern garter snakes are also common in the state of Virginia. This snake specie is also highly venomous and can cause serious problem to their victim. It is always better to stay away from this snake while explore the outdoor space, like swampy areas, and others. Even as this snake is not listed among the venomous snakes, a bite from it can be really painful and can even result to more painful experience.

Rat Snakes of Virginia

Rat snakes are easily found around human resident with high rat population. The snake prefers feeding on rat, mice, lizard and other small creatures and can easily be attracted into house by rats. In that regard, if you do not want this snake inside your house, you should handle your rat infestation without wasting time.

Pocatello Wildlife Tip #2:


Idaho Wildlife Information:

Idaho State bird: Mountain bluebird
State mammal: Appaloosa horse
State insect: Monarch butterfly
State fish: Cutthroat trout

A state's agriculture is a big part of its identity in the country, but when it comes to Idaho, potatoes aren't the only thing that the state should be recognized for. Idaho is actually one of the Rocky Mountain states, meaning it has a vast stretch of the infamous range within its boundaries. As a mountainous state, it has an abundance of valleys and raging rivers. Much of the waterways are used for commercial rafting. Not only does Idaho have a claim to fame as far as beautiful mountain peaks go, it has the nation's largest expanse of unadulterated wilderness, the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness Area. If that wasn't enough, the region boasts the deepest gorge in the United States as well, Hells Canyon. The climate in the state is just as random as the landscape, and the western region experiences significant moisture from the Pacific Ocean. This makes for warm, humid summers and cool, wet winters. The same cannot be said for the rest of the region, which can see considerably drier weather due to elevation.

Animals in the state consist of those loving the valleys and those that love the mountains. Idaho is one of the only states not to have a significant population of black bears. Instead, the state is known for its grizzly bears and mountain lions. The mountain lions are far more reclusive than the bears, and it's been said that one lion has a territory range of 80 square miles. That doesn't mean territories don't overlap, but it does mean you're more likely to see a grizzly bear in the woods. Unlike the black bears in the rest of the nation, grizzlies tend to be more aggressive and more inclined to hunt their dinners. A hungry grizzly won't think twice about harassing a mother mountain lion for her young. If push comes to shove, the mountain lion can win against the bear, but both animals will come out of the deal badly shaken.

Nuisance animals in this state are abundant for the same reason other animals flourish. The region sees issues with small animals like rats, mice, raccoons, opossums, otters, beavers, squirrels, chipmunks, and coyotes. Due to the large expanse of national parks, much of the larger wildlife stays clear of humans.

You can always call Allstate Animal Control, any time of day, at 208-293-8828, for a price quote for Pocatello wildlife control services. I am confident that this is the best choice amongst wildlife removal companies in Pocatello, ID.