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How to Get Rid of Skunks, Racoons & Opossums

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While skunks , racoons, and opossums offer some benefits of managing pests to the yard, they can wreak havoc on your garden, particularly when they feed on or trample plants. Not only that, but these animals can also cause serious property damage. Additionally, they can even attack chickens or eat eggs and young chicks.  Fortunately, there are several effective and humane strategies you can employ to get rid of skunks, racoons, and opossums in your garden and around your home. Continue reading to learn more. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. We may receive commissions on purchases made from our chosen links with no extra cost to you. Learn more. Contents Install Motion Detection Sprinkler These critters are not that difficult to scare off. They're spooked by sudden noise or movement. If you have racoon, opossum, or skunk in your home, simply install a sprinkler system in your yard with a motion detector sensor. Motion activated sprinklers work by det

How to Get Rid of Moles, Voles, and Gophers

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Are you noticing unusual holes, and fresh mounds of dirt in your lawn, garden, or farm? If so you may be dealing with moles, voles, or gophers. These animals remind me that not all lawn or garden problems are directly related to disease, insect, or weeds issues . Once they invade your  garden, they can cause significant damage.  Therefore you need to take action before your beautiful  lawn and plants become a memory of the past. Although these creatures sound similar, they are in fact very different. After going through this guide, you'll  know what each animal looks like and how they cause damage. Above all, you'll learn how to get rid of moles, voles, and gophers without stressing yourself out. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. We may receive commissions on purchases made from our chosen links with no extra cost to you. Learn more. Contents   Moles - Description i. Appearance The most telling feature of moles is their pointed snout and large fr

How to Get Rid of Chipmunks and Squirrels

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Chipmunks and squirrels are cute, but they can be a nightmare when they tear up your garden and dig holes all over your yard. Not only can they do that, but they can chew through water pipes, cables, and nest in attics or chimneys. Therefore it's important to know how to get rid of these critters. In this guide, we've rounded up effective ways to get rid of chipmunks and squirrels without hurting them.  With these techniques, these small animals won't sample your tasty produce and your garden will stay beautiful all year long.  Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. We may receive commissions on purchases made from our chosen links with no extra cost to you. Learn more. Contents Use Repels-All Animal Repellent Repels-All animal repellent is a great natural product that is used to drive away pesky critters like chipmunks, squirrels, groundhogs , raccoons, skunks, and rabbits without harming them. The active ingredients of this repellent have a s