Wildlife Resolutions

06/05/2026

Meet our Administrative Assistant, Sara!


Sara joined the WR team in 2022 and has been helping keep daily operations running smoothly ever since. As an Administrative Assistant, she supports both our team and our clients through a variety of administrative tasks. No two days are ever the same, which keeps the role interesting and allows her to help wherever she is needed most.

One of the things Sara enjoys most about working at WR is the knowledge, expertise, and dedication of the team. She appreciates how everyone works together to solve problems, adapt to unique situations, and provide the best possible outcomes for both people and wildlife.

Outside of work, Sara enjoys spending time with her family, being actively involved in her children's lives, and relaxing with a good book.

If given the opportunity to spend a day in the field, Sara says it would be difficult to choose just one animal or pest to focus on. She is particularly interested in flying squirrels, bats, and raccoons, and enjoys learning how their behavior changes with the seasons, weather, and surrounding environment.

She is also fascinated by the architecture of local buildings and would enjoy seeing firsthand how wildlife interactions vary from one property to another. Equally important to her is the opportunity to meet clients in person. Through her work in the office, she has heard many meaningful stories and would love the chance to see firsthand how WR makes a difference for both people and wildlife.

Why Sara believes humane wildlife control is important:
"I think we have an obligation and responsibility to the animals we cohabitate with to treat them and the environment with respect."

06/04/2026

This is the time of year when you may see a young fawn lying alone in your yard, a field, the woods, ect. If you do, please don’t be alarmed. This is a normal part of a fawn’s development.

Mother deer often leave their young in a safe spot while they travel the area in search of food and water. A fawn’s natural instinct is to remain still and hidden until its mother returns. In most cases, the mother is nearby and will come back for her young.

If the fawn appears healthy and uninjured, the best thing you can do is leave it alone and give it plenty of space. Please do not touch, move, or attempt to rescue the fawn, as this can cause unnecessary stress and may interfere with the mother’s return.

Visit our website if you have any questions!
www.wildliferesolutions.com

06/02/2026

Great review from J M... "A bird was stuck inside a wall of the house. Lucky enough, GJ was able to arrive within an hour. After careful assessment, he was able to remove the bird and release it. The wall will have to be patched, but remarkably little damage. Great job!"

"A bird was stuck inside a wall of the house. Lucky enough, GJ was able to arrive within an hour. After careful assessment, he was able to remove the bird and release it. The wall will have to be patched, but remarkably little damage. Great job!"

05/30/2026

Great review from Doris... "They came a week after I called for carpenter bees and sprayed for other bees too. Called for info on what I had them for last year to get a history. They have good records on file. Will be calling them in Augest for cluster flies."

"They came a week after I called for carpenter bees and sprayed for other bees too. Called for info on what I had them for last year to get a history. They have good records on file. Will be calling them in Augest for cluster flies."

05/29/2026

Meet our Administrative Support Specialist, Emily!


Emily joined the WR team in 2025 and has since also become a Nuisance Wildlife Control Operator. She helps keep daily operations running smoothly by assisting customers over the phone and through email, managing inquiries, and supporting the team with a variety of administrative tasks behind the scenes.

Outside of work, Emily enjoys spending time with her family and riding her ATV.

One of the most challenging parts of her role is balancing customer satisfaction while finding timely, effective solutions that work best for each unique situation.

Her favorite thing about working with the WR team is the strong communication and teamwork that allow everyone to work together to provide quality solutions for customers.

If given the opportunity to spend a day out in the field learning something new, Emily would love to learn more about honeybees and how to safely relocate them into bee boxes while keeping them healthy and thriving.

Why Emily believes humane wildlife control is important:
“People and wildlife share the same environment, and finding safe, respectful solutions helps protect both homeowners and animals.”

05/25/2026

Great review from Anne... "My experience with Wildlife Resoultions has been amazing. They have excellent communication: they get promptly back to you and keep you informed. Most importantly, after they come, the problem disappears!"

"My experience with Wildlife Resoultions has been amazing. They have excellent communication: they get promptly back to you and keep you informed. Most importantly, after they come, the problem disappears!"

05/25/2026

Great review from Jeff... "Reliable, good communication, helpful, good at what they do. Price is fair for the level of service, though there are cheaper options out there."

"Reliable, good communication, helpful, good at what they do. Price is fair for the level of service, though there are cheaper options out there."

05/22/2026

Meet our Wildlife & Pest Control Technician, TJ!


TJ joined Wildlife Resolutions in 2022. He is a Licensed Nuisance Wildlife Control Operator and a Certified Commercial Pesticide Technician. TJ maintains annual OSHA Safety training and stays current with Structural Bat Standards, Structural Bird Management Standards, Structural Rodent Standards, and Zoonotic Disease Training. He also brings extensive knowledge in construction, property maintenance, and property management.

TJ has known John, the president of Wildlife Resolutions, since high school. After spending years working in the building trades, TJ was interested in getting into the wildlife control field. When Wildlife Resolutions needed additional help, John brought TJ on as a Wildlife Technician. He has continued building his experience and knowledge within the industry ever since.

Outside of work, TJ enjoys volunteering in his community, playing volleyball, and spending time with his wife and children.

TJ is known for his compassionate approach and strives to leave every customer feeling relieved and at peace with the work completed. His strengths on the job include successful trapping programs and quality repair work on damaged areas of homes where wildlife have gained entry.

TJ believes humane wildlife control is important because it helps reduce damage to homes and properties while also limiting the potential spread of diseases.

TJ’s Advice for Homeowners Dealing with Wildlife & Pest Issues:
“Hire a professional and stay off the internet.”

05/21/2026

Great review from Michael... "Very thorough review of what we needed, and very conscientious work done, often in bad weather!"

"Very thorough review of what we needed, and very conscientious work done, often in bad weather!"

05/19/2026

Today, our founder and president, John Hatfield, had the opportunity to attend the first Career and Community Day at Lansing High School. What started as a conversation about careers in wildlife services quickly turned into something much bigger.

Throughout the day, students asked thoughtful questions about wildlife, business ownership, public service, and what it truly means to build a career around something you care deeply about.

One of the strongest themes of the day centered around passion. John shared with students that, “When you find something that you’re passionate about, it changes the world and how you see it.” That message carried through nearly every conversation that followed. Students heard about John’s journey from studying wildlife biology to working with USDA Wildlife Services and Cornell University, eventually leading to the founding of Wildlife Resolutions. The conversations reinforced that careers are rarely a straight line and that many opportunities come from simply being willing to learn, adapt, and step outside your comfort zone.

Many students were surprised to learn that wildlife work is often less about removing animals and more about understanding behavior, solving conflicts, and helping people coexist with nature. Stories from the field helped bring that perspective to life. One example involved educating homeowners and students about beavers living in ponds. “People think the beavers are drowning, but they’re actually entering their lodge.” Moments like that demonstrated how education can completely change the way people perceive wildlife and the environment around them. Another message that resonated throughout the day was, “We focus more on letting both parties exist simultaneously.”

The conversations also focused heavily on communication and humility. John discussed the importance of having “adult conversations” during emotional or difficult situations and reminded students that professionalism is not about pretending to know everything. One of the more impactful statements shared during the event was, “Don’t be too humble to say you don’t know something and really learn a new skill and a new opportunity.”

Beyond wildlife and business, the event highlighted the importance of community involvement. Discussions touched on organizations like the Lansing Business Alliance and local sports clubs such as the Lansing Rod and Gun Club, reinforcing the idea that leadership and opportunity often begin at the local level.

By the end of the day, the conversations had shifted away from simply asking, “What job do you want?” and toward something much more meaningful: how to build a life centered around passion, purpose, and positive impact.

Thank you to Lansing High School for inviting Wildlife Resolutions to participate in such a meaningful event. We truly appreciated the opportunity to connect with the students and community.