Does the use of OvoControl in resident Canada geese require a permit from F&WS?
Although they do not migrate, resident Canada geese have the same rights as their migrating cousins and protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. An approved depredation permit, identical to the one required for oiling or addling eggs, is required from F&WS prior to the use of OvoControl. The use of OvoControl in ducks does NOT require a federal permit.Check with your State and local authorities to determine if any other permits are required. What are the risks to domestic animals (dogs or cats) or other predators? Nicarbazin has very little effect on mammals. Adverse effects noted in mammals have been observed only after long-term treatment of one year or longer. OvoControl is essentially non-toxic. Put into perspective, a 10kg dog would have to eat 20 kilos of OvoControl to reach the equivalent of an LD-50 dose. Can you skip a day or two of bait and still get the desired effect? Yes, the bird can skip a day and still maintain control of hatchability. Bait should be available eve
