There are many different kinds of pests that we deal with, but one of the worst is rodents. These small mice get into homes and restaurants, where they can contaminate many different things. They’re very unsanitary and can cause lots of problems, including bringing diseases into your house. Keeping them out should be a priority and something you keep an eye on. One way to deal with an infestation is to contact a good Broken Arrow pest control company to help eliminate these rodents from your home. Let’s take a look at mice and how they operate.

Mice are very prolific. They reproduce quickly, often having litters of several pups, sometimes as many as eight to twelve. A female may become pregnant again soon after giving birth. Because of this, a small number of mice can turn into a much larger population within a year. That’s very fast population growth. One reason mice reproduce so quickly is that many predators prey on them. Reproduction helps their populations survive despite those losses.

Reproduction isn’t their only protection against predators. Mice are fast and have very good senses of smell and hearing. They can detect food even when it’s stored in some types of packaging. They hear very well, but their eyesight is not as strong as their other senses. Because of this, they use their whiskers to feel their surroundings as they move through a room. They also leave urine and droppings along their travel routes. Mice can use scent cues and familiar paths to navigate areas they’ve traveled before. Even with these defenses, predators still catch them quite often.

Mice also have sharp front teeth that are very good at chewing. In fact, their front incisors continue growing throughout their lives. These teeth have harder enamel on the front and softer dentin behind it. As the teeth wear, the softer material wears down faster, helping keep a sharp edge. Normal gnawing helps wear the teeth down. If their teeth don’t wear properly, they can become overgrown and make eating difficult. That’s one reason you may find gnaw marks on things around your home.

These rodents can get into many different places in your house, and it’s important to keep them out. Calling a good Broken Arrow pest control company to help eliminate them is key to keeping a happy, safe home. If you’re having problems with rodents or any other pests, it’s time to call TermMax Pest Control. We have solutions to help deal with these problems quickly and effectively. Call us today if you think you’re having an issue.