How should you react if you encounter wildlife while trimming?

When encountering wildlife while trimming, the appropriate response is to stop work and safely retreat to avoid disturbing the animals. This approach prioritizes the safety of both the workers and the wildlife, ensuring that animals are not forced into a stressful situation. By pausing work, you can observe the animals from a distance and allow them to move away naturally without feeling threatened. This response aligns with best practices for wildlife management and reduces the risk of injury to both the trimmer and the animals.

Continuing to work could create unnecessary danger and stress for the animals, potentially leading to defensive behaviors. Ignoring them assumes they will leave without realizing that some wildlife may remain in their territory, posing a risk if they feel cornered. Calling animal control is often unnecessary and could delay work without addressing the situation directly. Retaining a respectful distance until the wildlife has moved on reflects sound judgment in handling wildlife encounters.