Welcome to today's blog post where we embark on a journey to debunk some prevalent 'Wildlife Control Myths.' In the world of wildlife control and trapping, misconceptions often run rampant, shaping perceptions and practices. Today, we're peeling back the layers of common myths to shed light on the truths behind them. Join us as we uncover the reality of wildlife control, one myth at a time. Chapter 1: Introduction To Wildlife Control Myths Hi everyone, Stephen Fantastic here, your Wildlife Control consultant, bringing you another episode of "Living the Wildlife" as part of the Pesky Podcast family. I hope you've had a great week. I've had a shorter workweek recently due to a prior appointment in Billings. However, it's been a busy one with some additional firefighter training. As I'm getting older, I'm finding it tougher to bounce back from these busy weeks. But hey, the weekend's here, and I'm glad for it. Before we dive into today's topic, I want to encourage you to subscribe to the channel and ring the bell. This way, you'll stay updated with our future episodes. If you could also take a moment to leave us a review and perhaps give us a five-star rating, that would be awesome. If you prefer alternatives to YouTube, you can find me over on Rumble. Just search for Wildlife Control consultant, and you'll find my podcasts listed there. I've been working on a new project, revising Dr. Freshman's book, which has gone out to some reviewers. One of the criticisms I've received is about the placement of answers. Instead of having them at the end of the book, they're now at the end of each section. This encourages more active thinking and learning rather than just recognizing answers. Now, let's dive into the heart of today's episode. Chapter 2: Challenging Myths in Wildlife Control In this episode, I'd like to tackle some common myths within the wildlife control and trapping industry. You might think, "Well, I'm not a trapper," but the truth is, whether you're a fur trapper, a predator controller, a wildlife control operator, or even someone in the pest control industry occasionally handling vertebrate pest control, trapping plays a significant role in our field. Let's dig into these myths that often persist in our profession. Chapter 3: The Myth of Instant Conibear Kills The first myth we'll address is the belief that Conibear traps instantly kill animals. While these traps are indeed effective, they don't always lead to instant death, especially when dealing with larger and resilient animals like raccoons. It's crucial for us, as professionals, to accurately convey the reality of these traps to our clients. Chapter 4: The "Highly Regulated" Trap Industry Moving on, we often hear that trapping is highly regulated. This term is used to assure both ourselves and others that our industry is closely monitored and controlled by the authorities. But is it truly highly regulated, especially when compared to other professions? This myth begs examination. Chapter 5: The Not-So-Humane Act of Translocation The third myth we'll explore is the belief that translocation, or relocating captured animals, is a humane practice. We'll delve into the potential issues with translocation, such as animals' unfamiliarity with their new environment, the risk of disease transmission, and the challenge of finding resources in a foreign location. We'll invite you to reconsider whether this practice is genuinely humane. Chapter 6: The Importance of Truth and Transparency Throughout this episode, we emphasize the significance of being truthful and transparent about the realities of wildlife control and trapping. Providing accurate information to our clients and the public is crucial for maintaining trust and credibility within our industry. If you have thoughts, ideas, or would like to discuss these myths or any wildlife control topics, please don't hesitate to reach out to me via email at WildlifeControlConsul...