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Inside Columbia Magazine - May/June 2023

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where they are located and how they got in. The second step is removing the animals using several humane methods. Finally, the third step is finding a long-term solution to nuisance wildlife, creating barriers to prevent animals from coming back into a home. Dealing with animals every day might not be a goal for everyone, but Riney has never questioned whether it’s truly for him or not. “My dream job was to be a wildlife/nature photographer,” he says. “I wanted to get close to nature and animals.” And while he isn’t exactly a nature photographer, Riney is getting to live out his dream in a different capacity, giving him an opportunity to “do something that feels less like work. I have never gone to work a day in my life thinking, ‘Wow, I really hate my job.’ And I do not take that for granted.” After working in the community for 18 years, Riney says a

critical part of his role is to be empathetic. “Being able to put yourself in someone else’s shoes is as important as anything I’ve learned during my career,” he says, emphasizing the importance of being reasonable and showing understanding to others. Outside of work, Riney and his wife of 18 years spend much of their time with their children, who are involved in theater, music, and dance. Those activities keep the Rineys involved in the community by supporting local theaters, sporting programs and volunteer programs, including Meals on Wheels. To see if you need the help of Critter Control, check for running, walking, or scratching noises in the attic or walls, and small droppings that continue to accumulate even after being removed. No matter the issue, Critter Control is ready to help with quality work that will leave each customer satisfied.

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