Rats vs Mice
Learn the key differences between rats and mice to correctly identify the rodents in your premises and take corrective action.
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Some of the most common signs of a mouse infestation in your home are the presence of mouse droppings. It is important for homeowners to correctly identify and get rid of mouse droppings to take the right steps. Apart from being a big inconvenience, mouse droppings are also related to some serious health concerns and should be dealt with immediately
Mice on average produce 50/80 fresh droppings a night. They are small and dark in colour ( approximately 3-8mm in length). They are usually scattered randomly around the house. Identifying mouse droppings is important as it helps in deciding the next course of action in dealing with a potential rodent infestation.
Key characteristics of mouse droppings:
Mice droppings are very dangerous if it comes in contact with humans. They spread a large number of diseases worldwide. Mice droppings health risk are well researched and documented throughout the world.
The following are the diseases spread by mouse droppings:
Hantavirus
This is one of the most common diseases associated with mice droppings. It is a respiratory disease found in rodent droppings and urine. Humans can contract this disease by inhaling dust that has been in contact with the droppings and urine.
Lymphocytic Choriomeningitis( LCMV)
This rodent-borne viral infection is transmitted primarily through mice. Commonly transmitted after coming in contact with droppings and urine of the infected specimen. Common during winter months this infection can lead to serious neurological problems in humans.
The first step in getting rid of mice droppings is to get rid of the rodent infestation that is causing the droppings in the first place. If you come across any type of rodent droppings then you must quickly clean the surface and sanitise it with a disinfectant and the dropping should be disposed properly to avoid cross-contamination.
If you identify mice droppings in your home then call us on +353818001590 to arrange a free callout and get effective solutions to get rid of mouse quickly.