07/06/2026
Critter Drama has heard from several homeowners with screened-in pools dealing with iguanas climbing enclosure frames and leaving waste that can end up in or around the pool area. While it’s understandably frustrating, it’s important to keep a bigger risk in mind.
Raccoons can present an even higher contamination concern around pools. They commonly defecate on pool decks, patios, and surrounding surfaces, and if that material is introduced into the water, it can carry harmful bacteria and parasites. Of particular concern is raccoon roundworm (Baylisascaris procyonis), which is known to be resistant to standard pool chlorination levels and may not be fully inactivated by routine salt or chlorine sanitation.
Any wildlife activity around your pool enclosure should be addressed promptly—not just for cleanliness, but for health and safety.
If you’re seeing iguanas, raccoons, or other nuisance wildlife around your pool area, Critter Drama can help assess and manage the problem before it escalates.