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If it is a dead rat or mouse, could a decaying animal make us all sick
(I have 2 kids). Sorry, I am kind of panicking now. Maybe I should
just call someone.


If it is a dead rodent it usually starts with a faint odor and you
aren't sure what it is then after a couple of days you realize it's a
dead animal. It will be strong for several days then begin to fade.
10-14 days on average, cooler weather it can take longer but not as
strong, warmer weather comes and goes quicker but more extreme. Removal
of the carcass is the best other wise you might try cinnamon candles to
help mask the odor. If the carcass was unable to be removed and you are
having warm weather you will be swarmed by flies in another week or two.
There will be no chance of illness from the odor permeating into the
home from the attic.

Lar