Outdoor Animal Control - squriell riddance
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gardener321
02-16-08, 05:43 PM
Is there a humane way to rid my infested yard with these pests. I have trapped and hauled away over 100 in the past 10 months, but that is just hauling them to someone else to annoy.
I have considered rodent poison in a container about six feet off of the ground, but if this causes anything a painful agonizing death, that bothers me. Shooting them in a trap does not seem to give the trapped a fair chance. Anyone have a good method of handling the problem. They are much more plenteous than rabbits in my neighborhood. I am an avid gardener and they are very destructive. ADVICE AND OPINIONS PLEASE.
I have considered rodent poison in a container about six feet off of the ground, but if this causes anything a painful agonizing death, that bothers me. Shooting them in a trap does not seem to give the trapped a fair chance. Anyone have a good method of handling the problem. They are much more plenteous than rabbits in my neighborhood. I am an avid gardener and they are very destructive. ADVICE AND OPINIONS PLEASE.
twelvepole
02-20-08, 12:00 PM
Not all areas allow trapping and relocating of wildlife. Some areas allow with permit. Some squirrel species are protected.
Trapping is probably the most humane way to deal with squirrels in the landscape. The use of poisons and baits is illegal in some areas while some allow with permit. The problem with poisons and baits is that they can be accessed by pets and small children. Motion sensor sprinklers tend to do a good job of critter control in the landscape, but if there are pets these may not be a good idea. There are squirrel repellents available, but effectiveness may be temporary.
Squirrels love fruit and nuts. Eliminating trees from landscape can be a difficult decision. Keeping lawn clear of fruit and nuts can be a challenge. Removing bird feeders and pet food dishes from landscape is helpful. Some report success distracting squirrels from landscape by placing corncob feeders at the rear of the lot.
Cover soil in pots and flower beds with hardware clothing, cutting holes for stems of plants, to prevent squirrels from digging. Be ever vigilant to keep gaps and openings into the home sealed. Squirrels are naturally curious and can find their way into your home.
Trapping is probably the most humane way to deal with squirrels in the landscape. The use of poisons and baits is illegal in some areas while some allow with permit. The problem with poisons and baits is that they can be accessed by pets and small children. Motion sensor sprinklers tend to do a good job of critter control in the landscape, but if there are pets these may not be a good idea. There are squirrel repellents available, but effectiveness may be temporary.
Squirrels love fruit and nuts. Eliminating trees from landscape can be a difficult decision. Keeping lawn clear of fruit and nuts can be a challenge. Removing bird feeders and pet food dishes from landscape is helpful. Some report success distracting squirrels from landscape by placing corncob feeders at the rear of the lot.
Cover soil in pots and flower beds with hardware clothing, cutting holes for stems of plants, to prevent squirrels from digging. Be ever vigilant to keep gaps and openings into the home sealed. Squirrels are naturally curious and can find their way into your home.