Gopher Control
Male Richardson’s ground squirrels can emerge as early as mid-February, with females following soon after. Having a control plan in place before activity begins is key to effective management.
The Saskatchewan Government website offers helpful information on controlling the Richardson’s ground squirrel and outlines available bait options. After months of hibernation, gophers emerge in search of food, making baiting most effective before vegetation turns green and new plant growth becomes their primary food source.
More information about gopher control can be found on the Saskatchewan Government website!
GOPHER BAIT
GWP offers Rozol RTU and Burrow Oat Bait.
You can find answers to frequently asked questions in the table below.
If you are interested in an alternative bait, please feel free to contact us.
OTHER CONTROL METHODS
THE GIANT DESTROYER
Domestic
48 cartridges per case
Sulfur
Reg. No. # 12269
After ignition, cartridge produces toxic gases (such as oxides of sulfur). Quickly destroys rats, moles, gophers, and ground squirrels in their holes, tunnels, and burrows
The Giant Destroyers are only to be used inside burrows and never inside of buildings.
Label
Safety Data Sheet
BurrowRx
Carbon Monoxide Sprayer
The Solution for Burrowing Pests
Control gophers, rats, ground squirrels, moles, chipmunks, prairie dogs, voles, and other burrowing rodents with the BurrowRx Rodent Control Device. The BurrowRx Carbon Monoxide Sprayer utilizes a smoke oil tracer to show you where most of the Carbon Monoxide is going.
Benefits of treating with Carbon Monoxide can include:
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Direct targeting of rodents within the burrow system.
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No reliance on bait acceptance that sometimes hinders rodenticide and trapping efforts.
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No secondary toxicity concerns for scavengers and predators.
GWP is now renting out the BurrowRx Machine. Renters are responsible for pickup and drop-off, making this option ideal for customers in the Moose Jaw area.
Interested in purchasing your own BurrowRx machine? Please contact us for more information.