Hog and Depredation Control

At 2M Outdoors, our mission is to assist landowners in effectively managing feral hog populations and minimizing depredation threats to livestock, pets, and property. Feral hogs and predators can cause extensive damage to land, crops, fencing, and wildlife habitats, while also posing a serious risk to domestic animals. We are committed to providing professional and reliable control services that help protect both property and livestock.

Using top-of-the-line thermal optics, suppressors, and rifles, we are able to operate safely and efficiently in both day and nighttime conditions. Our advanced equipment allows us to accurately identify and target problem animals while maintaining the highest level of professionalism and effectiveness in the field. At 2M Outdoors, we take pride in helping landowners protect their investments and preserve the land for future generations through responsible wildlife and depredation management.

In Texas, feral hogs and predators create major problems for ranchers, farmers, wildlife populations, and property owners. Their impact affects agriculture, native ecosystems, livestock operations, and public safety.

Problems Caused by Feral Hogs

Agricultural Damage

Feral hogs destroy:

• Crops such as corn, hay, rice, wheat, and peanuts

• Pastures and grazing land through rooting

• Fences, irrigation systems, feeders, and water lines

Their rooting behavior tears up large sections of land overnight, costing landowners thousands of dollars in repairs and lost production.

Environmental Damage

Feral hogs:

• Destroy native vegetation

• Cause erosion around creeks and ponds

• Damage wetlands and wildlife habitats

• Reduce water quality by muddying tanks and streams

They also compete with native wildlife like deer and turkey for food sources.

Threats to Wildlife

Hogs prey on:

• Ground-nesting birds

• Deer fawns

• Reptiles and amphibians

• Eggs from native species

This negatively affects wildlife populations and conservation efforts.

Disease Risks

Feral hogs can carry diseases and parasites harmful to:

• Livestock

• Pets

• Humans

• Native wildlife

Examples include brucellosis, pseudorabies, and leptospirosis.

Rapid Population Growth

Texas has one of the largest feral hog populations in the country because hogs reproduce extremely fast, making control difficult.

Problems Caused by Predators in Texas

Common predators in Texas include coyotes, bobcats, mountain lions, and occasionally feral dogs.

Livestock Losses

Predators can kill:

• Calves

• Goats

• Sheep

• Poultry

• Deer fawns

Coyotes are especially known for targeting newborn livestock during calving and lambing seasons.

Wildlife Population Impact

Predators may reduce populations of:

• Quail

• Turkey

• Deer fawns

• Small game animals

This can affect hunting opportunities and wildlife management goals.

Property and Economic Damage

Landowners may face:

• Financial losses from dead livestock

• Veterinary costs for injured animals

• Increased fencing and protection expenses