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I need ideas of how to get rid of skunks. I am about to lose my mind. I will not be leaving food in the cat shed/former chicken coop at night anymore. I figured I had 1 skunk but there’s at least 3. They are digging their way in through the back of the coop. I finally had to put the camera inside to find out what I was dealing with.
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DigMyChicks said:
I need ideas of how to get rid of skunks. I am about to lose my mind. I will not be leaving food in the cat shed/former chicken coop at night anymore. I figured I had 1 skunk but there’s at least 3. They are digging their way in through the back of the coop. I finally had to put the camera inside to find out what I was dealing with.
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Yuck, sorry DMC! I did a quick search and found these ideas:

How to Keep Skunks Away​

  • Spray a mixture of castor oil and dish-washing detergent diluted in water. Skunks find the smell offensive. Spray the area at night when the skunk is away foraging.
  • Probably the best skunk repellent is a light. Skunks are nocturnal and their eyes are very light sensitive. A bright light or a motion sensor flood light will scare skunks away.
  • Most animals, including skunks, dislike the smell of citrus fruits. Place orange or lemon peels around the yard as a natural skunk repellent.
  • Predator urine (dogs, coyotes) can be used to repel a skunk. These are commercially sold in garden centers. (Note: Use a responsible source for predator urine to make sure that the animals are treated humanely and the brand complies with state and federal regulations.)
  • Many readers have found success placing ammonia-soaked rags around the yard, however, these need to be replaced often.
  • If the skunks are in a smaller garden patch, put bars of strong–smelling soap or a room deodorizer near your garden. Ironically, skunks hate strong scents.
  • If nothing works, there are humane ways for professionals to trap raccoons and skunks and transport them elsewhere. Often, skunk removal by trapping is the only answer, and there just isn’t a lot you can do if it is a skunk. However, be aware that many species of wildlife do not survive when placed in a new territory, and it may not even be legal to trap and relocate wild animals in your area.
 
Good morning folks :frow

N F C said:
Yep, everyone I think is seeing the same thing unfortunately. Did you get your garden plants yet Bob? If I was staying here, I'd sure be putting a big one in to help with the groceries.
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just did. getting them hardened off this week and planting next weekend.
Riv-6 said:
Good afternoon!

Pretty gloomy day here but looking forward to the 60 degree weather coming this week. Went to our local feed store yesterday and really had to refrain myself from impulse buying some chicks and poults... better just stay away from there!

Thought I'd share a picture of the cows from yesterday. The littles are getting big! View attachment 3088047

Hope you all are having a wonderful Sunday!
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Love the herd
DigMyChicks said:
I need ideas of how to get rid of skunks. I am about to lose my mind. I will not be leaving food in the cat shed/former chicken coop at night anymore. I figured I had 1 skunk but there’s at least 3. They are digging their way in through the back of the coop. I finally had to put the camera inside to find out what I was dealing with.
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:frow Good morning DMC., have a great day
N F C said:
Good morning everyone, it's Monday again :)
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:frow Good morning Debby, have a great day
 
bruceha2000 said:
Time for morning situps!


Hey, any person with money at the register is a customer. And the sale is 10 per customer, not per family, right?


No problem with having enough eggs here. I collected 34 from 22 hens today!
Aurora hasn't been laying lately .... or so I thought

4 of the 19 are not hers.
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Perhaps you need to plant some trees


I think I would find that as uncomfortable as it sounds.


Isn't the golf company paying for the move?


I know the feeling!


I've heard they can be aggressive.


Whoa, we can't have that!!!!


Thus the answer to Mark's question is:
NOT FAR!
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Perhaps I already have but need more. This is a work in progress and things need time to grow. I’m not going out and spending big bucks on mature trees like the farm did. I’m starting with bare roots or young trees in gallon pots.
 
N F C said:
Yuck, sorry DMC! I did a quick search and found these ideas:

How to Keep Skunks Away​

  • Spray a mixture of castor oil and dish-washing detergent diluted in water. Skunks find the smell offensive. Spray the area at night when the skunk is away foraging.
  • Probably the best skunk repellent is a light. Skunks are nocturnal and their eyes are very light sensitive. A bright light or a motion sensor flood light will scare skunks away.
  • Most animals, including skunks, dislike the smell of citrus fruits. Place orange or lemon peels around the yard as a natural skunk repellent.
  • Predator urine (dogs, coyotes) can be used to repel a skunk. These are commercially sold in garden centers. (Note: Use a responsible source for predator urine to make sure that the animals are treated humanely and the brand complies with state and federal regulations.)
  • Many readers have found success placing ammonia-soaked rags around the yard, however, these need to be replaced often.
  • If the skunks are in a smaller garden patch, put bars of strong–smelling soap or a room deodorizer near your garden. Ironically, skunks hate strong scents.
  • If nothing works, there are humane ways for professionals to trap raccoons and skunks and transport them elsewhere. Often, skunk removal by trapping is the only answer, and there just isn’t a lot you can do if it is a skunk. However, be aware that many species of wildlife do not survive when placed in a new territory, and it may not even be legal to trap and relocate wild animals in your area.
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Thanks Debby, I’ve had enough of these buggers.
N F C said:
Good morning everyone, it's Monday again :)
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Good morning Debby!
rjohns39 said:
Good morning folks :frow


just did. getting them hardened off this week and planting next weekend.

Love the herd

:frow Good morning DMC., have a great day

:frow Good morning Debby, have a great day
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Hi Bob, you also!
igorsMistress said:
Morning all
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Hi IM!
 

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