Top-rated animal removal specialists.

Get matched with top animal removal specialists in Lyons, SD

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your animal removal project in Lyons, SD?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

Verified Reviews for Animal Removal pros in Lyons, SD

*The Angi rating for Animal Removal companies in Lyons, SD is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Animal Removal needs.

*The HomeAdvisor rating for Animal Removal companies in Lyons, SD is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Animal Removal needs.

Last update on May 07, 2026

Find Animal removal specialists in Lyons

Avatar for Prairie Bat Services
Prairie Bat Services
5.0(
16
)
Pest Control - Birds and BatsPest Control - Small AnimalsPest Control - Small Animals - For Business

Serving Lyons, SD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Colten has very good communication letting you know where you are in the process. He understands the patterns of bats and what the best removal options are along when the best times are for removal. I am a realtor and I recommend Prairie Bat Services whenever there is a home with bats."
Response time11 hrs
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Request Quote
Animal Removal questions, answered by experts

Possums don’t typically pose a danger to humans—they prefer to stay out of sight. If they feel threatened, they play dead instead of engaging. However, they can become aggressive when cornered, typically when they become trapped inside your home or when a dog chases them. When this happens, it’s best to call a wildlife control service near you to remove possums safely.

Squirrels are pretty skittish creatures, and they dread the presence of rodent-chasing dogs and cats. Sudden noises and bursts of activity can send them scampering away. Anything with an element of surprise, like motion-detecting lighting, strobe lights, and noisy wind chimes, can unsettle them. Even loud radios and voices can be perceived as threatening and terrifying to these furry critters.

If squirrels set up a home in your attic, they can cause considerable damage. It’s not uncommon for them to chew holes in your roof, siding, or joists, and they can eat through electrical wiring. They might also travel to other parts of your home or into your wall cavities. Not to mention all that bacteria-filled feces and urine they spread around. 

It’s possible that skunks will leave on their own. Skunks may appear briefly on your property and move on if they cannot find food. However, waiting them out is not a foolproof solution. If the skunk finds a food source on or near your property and builds a nest, the animal will almost certainly not choose to move. If you can eliminate food sources, you’ll have a better chance of seeing the skunk leave on its own.

Scent deterrents like ammonia, vinegar, mothballs, and pepper can help keep coyotes away, but these are best used in tandem with other preventative measures. Remember that ammonia and vinegar can kill your plants and/or grass, so it’s best to soak rags in these substances or spray them on hardscaped areas to avoid damaging your landscape.

The Lyons, SD homeowners’ guide to animal removal services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.

See all articles