| The GeesePeace program involves a comprehensive
strategy for reducing the nuisance aspect of individual populations of
geese while recognizing and respecting their place in our environment.
The program involves first oiling geese eggs (addling) in the spring to
stabilize and reduce the goose population growth rate. This preventative
program is endorsed by the Humane Society of the United States as well
as other national animal protection organizations. The addling of eggs
is also critical because without first addling, harassment techniques are
not effective. Goslings are unable to fly through the spring and summer
months and adults cannot be separated from them. After addling, the community
identifies areas where geese are welcome or less problematic. Moving geese
from one property to another can be accomplished with fencing and landscaping
changes as well as the use of a variety of scare devices, including Border
collies. A long-term comprehensive commitment to the project should be
established in a community before the program is launched.
By implementing programs to discourage
wildlife from areas where they are not wanted and through committed volunteer
efforts to humanely reduce those populations, we can effectively solve
wildlife problems without resorting to lethal control measures. Lethal
measures usually have short term effectiveness, are cruel and lead to bitter
resentment in local communities. GeesePeace is committed to advancing our
humane philosophy and welcomes your support. |
By implementing
programs to
discourage
wildlife from
areas where
they are not
wanted, we
can effectively
solve
wildlife problems
without
resorting to
lethal control
measures .
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