Skunks are opportunists. They eat caterpillars, insects, small rodents and carrion. They can also raid gardens for fruits and vegetables. But let’s be honest. Most homeowners don’t care about their diet. They care about spraying.
Its scent is legendary. It lingers. It will penetrate. Your garden, car and clothes can be ruined for several days. In some cases, it can take several weeks.
If the skunk has crossed the property line, you need a solution. Skunk repellent is your first line of defense. You can do it yourself. Or you can buy one with a proven track record. Let’s see how to keep unwanted visitors out of your home.
Why You Need to Deter Skunks Now
臭鼬不仅仅是一种滋扰。 他们是一个危险。
喷雾是明显的问题。 它有恶臭并且几乎不可能去除。 气味弥漫在空气中。 它进入你的家。 它留在您的户外垫子中。 清理它是一场噩梦。
但气味并不是唯一的问题。 臭鼬在垃圾中翻找。 他们打翻罐头。 他们把垃圾扔得到处都是。 然后他们挖掘。 他们撕毁你的草坪和花园寻找虫子。 你会因为他们的挖掘而浪费几个小时的园艺时间。
也存在安全风险。 臭鼬携带疾病。 狂犬病对您、您的孩子和您的宠物来说是一个真正的威胁。 与臭鼬的流浪遭遇可能会给你的狗或猫带来悲惨的结局。
看看房地产的损失。 臭鼬打洞。 他们在甲板、棚屋下挖掘，有时甚至在房屋地基下挖掘。 这会破坏结构。 这会导致昂贵的维修费用。 修复倒塌的甲板并不便宜。
在他们挖进去之前把他们挡在外面。
预防措施：让他们挨饿
驱虫剂与栖息地改造相结合效果最佳。 臭鼬来这里寻找食物和庇护所。 把两者都拿走，他们就离开了。
- 保护好你的垃圾。 使用盖紧的罐子。 确保它们不会被动物翻倒。 臭鼬很强。 他们会推翻脆弱的盖子。
- 管理宠物食品。 在室内喂养您的猫和狗。 不要将碗留在外面。 晚上清空喂鸟器。 臭鼬几乎什么都吃。 宠物食品很容易成为目标。
- 消除巢穴地点。 臭鼬喜欢黑暗、有遮蔽的地方。 清除成堆的木材、堆肥和垃圾。 如果您无法移动该堆，请用厚重的防水布盖住它。 密封紧。 没有间隙。
How to Make Natural Skunk Repellent
If you like DIY, nature has many options. Skunks do not like strong smells. Use it against them.
To protect the garden
If the Skunk eats vegetables, try pepper spray. Mix water with hot pepper. Spray the plants. The capsaicin irritates their senses without harming them.
Not a fan of spraying? Plant deterrents. Plant cucumbers, pumpkins and other plants with spiky leaves among the vegetables. Textures and smells confuse them.
To scare off the nests
Think there’s a skunk living under your cover? Try cooking a repellent.
- Finely chop the yellow onion.
- Chop one jalapeño pepper.
Add 1 tablespoon of cayenne pepper.
4. Boil these in two quarts of water for 20 minutes.
5. Strain the liquid.
6. Pour into a spray bottle.
7. Squirt it around the den entrance.
The heat and harshness make them find a new home.
In corridors and porches
Place a bowl of ammonia on the ground near the front or back hallway. Soak a rag in it and leave it alone. The smell keeps skunks away.
Warning: Keep ammonia away from grass and plants. It burns them. Use with caution. Put it in a bowl and be careful not to spill it on the floor.
The best commercial skunk repellent
Sometimes there is no time to use peppers and onions. We hope the issue will be resolved soon. Commercially available products can help.
PredatorPee Coyote Urine Trigger Spray
This exploits natural instincts. Skunks are afraid of predators. Coyote urine causes this fear. Apply it around the perimeter using scent tags. Each application is valid for about one month. This is a psychological weapon.
Essentially KateS Peppermint Essential Oil
Peppermint is strong. It repels skunks. Dilute the oil and spray it around the house. It can also be used as a home cleaner and air freshener. It smells fresh. Skunks smell like hate.
RibRave Ultrasonic Animal Repellant
Let’s go high tech. This device uses ultrasound and flashing LED lights. It is solar powered and waterproof. Covers 26 feet. Well suited for outdoor use. If you have a large garden, you may need more than one unit.
Finding the Right Fit
あなたには選択肢があります。 天然スプレー。 市販のスプレー。 電子機器。
ガーリックオイルは人によっては効果があります。 黒胡椒は他の人にも効きます。結果はさまざまです。 鍵となるのは安全性です。 人道的な方法を選択してください。 エコシステムを保護します。 ペットを守りましょう。
匂いが当たるのを待ってはいけません。今すぐ行動してください。ゴミ箱を確保します。隙間を塞ぎます。忌避剤を塗布します。
あなたの財産を安全に保ちます。スカンクを遠ざけてください。
スカンクが止まらない場合は、専門家に依頼する必要があるかもしれません。しかし、ほとんどの人にとって、これらの手順で十分です。 今日から始めましょう。
