There are many effective ways to deter critters from damaging your yard and garden, and some deterrents are more efficient than others and usage will vary based upon your need and circumstances. If you seem to be on the defense to protect your property, then check out this list of ways to deter critters from your property that’s been deemed most helpful.
1. Deer
Keeping deer out of your garden can take a lot of trial and error to find the best method. If you don’t have a fence, then natural repellents are the best option.
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2. Rabbits
Rabbits that are a nuisance to your gardening efforts can easily be deterred by using chicken wire.
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3. Raccoons
The best way to keep raccoons away from your garden or trash is to use a radio at night. This is a cheap and effective option.
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4. Squirrels
Natural repellents are the best way to deter squirrels from your property.
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5. Birds
The best way to deter birds from your property is to scare them or thwart them. Distracting them is also an option.
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6. Groundhogs
Repellents are not the best solution to get rid of groundhogs. If you don’t want to harm them (and many don’t), then trapping and releasing will be the best option.
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7. Moles
Moles are the worst type of pests on a property as they can easily ruin a good looking yard. The best way to get rid of them is to use castor oil.
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8. Gophers
Spreading castor oil pellets around your yard is the best way to deter gophers.
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9. Mice
Setting baits and traps is the best way to keep mice out of your garden.
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10. Wild Rats
Eliminating sources of food is the best way to deter rats from your property.
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11. Snakes
Setting moth balls and in the yard is one of the best ways to deter snakes.
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12. Cats
Keep cats away from your garden without harming them by using a motion detecting sprinkler.
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13. Dogs
A homemade dog repellent is a great way to keep dogs out of your garden.
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14. Coyotes
These wild animals are a nuisance and can even kill small animals like pets. You can deter them by harassing them and eliminate places to make a den.
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15. Foxes
Deterring foxes from your yard can be done by using an electric fence.
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