Deer Control
The Importance of Deer Management
- Deer Crop and Garden Damage: The constant grazing behaviours of deer can often result in extensive damage to gardens, crops, and woodland. This can lead to the destruction of young plants and saplings, negatively impacting the productivity and profitability for landowners and farmers. Managing deer populations allows vegetation to grow uninterrupted.
- Deer Property Damage: Deer can cause significant damage to fences, gardens and other property structures while foraging. Managing deer numbers reduces the need for costly repairs, safeguarding properties in the area.
- Deer Traffic Hazards: Regions with high deer populations experience a higher number of deer-related traffic accidents, making them a serious hazard. Effective deer management is essential for ensuring the safety of drivers. We are frequently contacted to carry out the humane dispatch of deer and other animals, handling each situation with care and sensitivity.
- Deer Disease Transmission: Deer can carry diseases such as Lyme disease, spread by ticks. Effective population management helps to minimise the spread of these infections to humans, household pets and other animals.
- Deer Destruction of Forests and Natural Habitats: As an unmanaged deer population often leads to overgrazing, this can result in the degradation of forests and natural habitats. This affects the balance of local ecosystems and disrupts the growth of native plant species. Responsible deer management is key to maintaining the integrity of these environments.
Effective Deer Control Solutions
Mr Pesti is fully qualified to provide deer control services. We hold a deer management qualification from the British Deer Society as well as a Deer Stalker certificate (DSC1)(DMQ), ensuring that all our deer control practices comply with industry guidelines. This enables us to deliver responsible and humane deer control on private land, farms and estates.
We operate within the guidelines of the British Deer Society, respecting open seasons and ensuring responsible management. Whether you require protection for crops and natural habitats or are looking to address the issues associated with deer overpopulation, our services provide effective and responsible solutions tailored to your requirements.
The current open seasons are as follows:
Red Sika Deer and their Hybrids
Male: 1 August – 30 April
Female: 1 November – 31 March
Fallow Deer
Male: 1 August – 30 April
Female: 1 November – 31 March
Roe Deer
Male: 1 April – 31 October
Female: 1 November – 31 March
Chinese Water Deer
Male & Female: 1 November – 31 March
Muntjac Deer
Male & Female: No Close Season
Please note the above dates apply to England, Wales and Northern Ireland only and may be subject to changes in legislation.
Why Use Mr Pesti
If you need efficient deer management solutions on your property, don’t hesitate to reach out to Mr Pesti. We offer responsible and professional deer control in Ringwood, Shaftesbury, Blandford, Wimborne, and throughout Dorset and the New Forest, helping you safeguard your land and livelihood.
Contact us today for a quote or for further information about our deer control solutions.