Squirrels are a problem in many gardens. They’re cute, but they can chew through your plants and make a mess of things. If you want to keep squirrels away from your garden, you might want to try mothballs or ammonia. Do these repellents work? We’ll take a look at the scientific evidence that supports them as well as some other homemade solutions for keeping squirrels away from your yard.
Do mothballs or ammonia help repel squirrels?
- Mothballs do not repel squirrels. Mothballs are made of a substance called naphthalene, which is toxic to many animals, including people and pets. However, it’s not effective at repelling squirrels because they’re used to the smell of mothballs and may even be attracted to them.
- Ammonia is not an effective repellent for squirrels either. Ammonia smells like urine and can actually attract some wildlife species…but not squirrels!
- Bleach does not repel or poison squirrels so don’t bother using it as a deterrent in your attic or garage (or anywhere else in your house).
Does bleach keep squirrels away?
Does bleach keep squirrels away?
No. Bleach is not a repellent, but it is a disinfectant. A rodent is more likely to be deterred by the smell of ammonia than by the smell of bleach, but both have very distinct smells that can help alert you when they are around.
Do mothballs keep squirrels away?
Mothballs are toxic to people, pets, and wildlife. They do not effectively repel squirrels and other animals. In fact, mothballs can be harmful to your health if you come into contact with them while they are still in the packaging or after they have been sprayed around your property as a repellent. If you decide to use mothballs as a repellent for squirrels or other pests, make sure that any children and pets stay away from them at all times!
Do squirrels like mothballs?
Mothballs are only effective in repelling moths, not squirrels. If you wish to keep squirrels away from your home, a safer option is ammonia or cayenne pepper (which is the same stuff you sprinkle on pizza). These products are safe for animals and humans alike.
Conclusion
As you can see, there are many different ways to keep squirrels away. The one that’s best for your situation depends on how much time and effort you want to put into the process, as well as where in your home the squirrels are causing trouble. While these methods may not be as effective as trapping or killing them, they do provide some relief from the damage caused by these rodents without harming any other animals or humans in the process.
