Animal Repellents

How to safely use animal repellents to keep animal pests out of your garden? How does animal repellent work? Chances are you’ve got a critter problem and would love to protect your garden and landscape from being devoured by these animals. This article will share everything you need to know about using and choosing the best animal repellents to achieve the best results.

Insects, moles, voles, rabbits, cars, and deers are all possible critters that might endanger the life of your treasured garden. These animals nibble on your flowers, dig out bulbs, drill holes into the ground, bruise the barks of trees and virtually eat up our vegetable gardens. The result is an awful sight no one wants to deal with. Fortunately, there are humane ways to deal with these animals effectively.

One of the best ways to deal with animal pests is repellents. Animal repellents are an excellent first line of defense against nuisance animals. But then, how do you choose the best animal repellent to achieve the best results?

How do animal repellents work?

Animal repellents generally work by taking advantage of an animal’s aversion to a substance. So this means a repellent will contain substances that your target animal pests avoid in its natural environment. Therefore these repellents may mimic natural substances that deter animals or are designed to irritate that type of animal from a protected object. Chemical repellents may repel animals through their taste or smell. Generally, there are two sets of chemical repellents;

1. Liquid repellents;Most liquid repellents repel by both scent and taste. You can find liquid formulas for repelling cats, dogs, squirrels, deer, and lots more. A non-toxic liquid-repellent like Nature MACE is safe for use around pets and kids. You can use these repellents for repelling animals from targeted areas such as trees, bulbs, mulch, bird feeders, shrubs, flowers, vegetable gardens, trashcans, compost piles, and lots more. Remember that repellents work best when used on dry surfaces, so it’s always best to re-apply after heavy rainfall.
2. Granular repellents;The best granular repellents work by both smell and taste. They are excellent for creating barriers to keep pests from specific regions such as houses, flowerbeds, burrows, entryways, gardens, garages, sheds, trashcans. They usually last as long as you can still find the pellets. Nature MACE offers a variety of granular repellents made from natural ingredients. You can find many repellent formulas for repelling moles, voles, gophers, cats, dogs, deer, rabbits, and raccoons.

Other steps to effectively use animal repellents

Identify nuisance animals

An ideal animal repellent is one specially created for a target animal. So, you must first identify the type of animals to protect your lawn from before purchasing your repellent. That way, you can purchase the best animal repellent that is perfect for your situation.

You can do this in two ways. First, by evaluating your environment. Do you live in an area with lots of deer? Then there’s a high risk of having deer problems. Second, look for signs that might determine what type of animal you are dealing with. For instance, rabbits will chew only about three feet off the ground and leave behind clean, angled cuts in the stems and leaves. In the same vein, cats and dogs may trample on flowers and plants and stain the grass with urine creating unsightly brown spots.

Use your repellents as directed

The effectiveness of your repellent depends on how well you follow instructions. Each product will provide steps to best use that product. You should carefully read them every time you use the repellent. However, keep in mind these tips to enhance the results;

• Always wear a mask and gloves before applying any repellent to your garden.
• Apply repellents where they are needed the most to offer the most protection to vulnerable plants
• It is highly imperative to apply repellents as early as possible. That way, you can stop these unwanted critters from making a habit of visiting your lawn. When habits are already established, it might be more challenging for your repellents to work.
• Shake liquids before use to ensure your ingredients are well mixed. Also, apply as thoroughly as possible.
• Re-apply liquid or granular repellents as directed and after severe weather. Animals adapt quickly and may exploit any weaknesses they find in your defenses.

Complement with other deterrents

There is no one way to entirely fool-proof your lawn or garden. You need to consider different deterrents to protect your property sufficiently. Think about this, although repellents may deter animals from feeding on your plants, if you provide food, shelter/safety, and water in some way, there’s a good chance you will find it harder repelling them from your home. Here are some actions you should consider to make your lawn and home unappealing to critters;

• Regularly maintain your yard to reduce hiding spots for animals.
• Get rid of food debris or stray food such as nuts, fallen berries, and birdseed.
• Harvest your crops early enough.
• Secure all trash bags and trash cans to prevent animals from raiding them
• Trim overgrown trees and plants
• Manicure your lawn and get rid of weeds and leaves
• Add protective barriers such as invisible mesh netting, chicken wires, and even a fence to limit access to your plants and garden.
• Add noise makers and visual elements such as shiny decor items, radio, or wind chimes. These deterrents don’t tend to work for a long time, but they can bolster the effects of your repellents.

Choose Nature MACE animal repellents.

Cultivating a healthy and gorgeous garden filled with lush green vegetables and enjoyable edibles does not have to be complicated. Nature MACE brings you a variety of premium animal repellents that can protect your gardens without harming people, pets, and the ecosystem. Nature MACE’s assortment of products are made from organic and non-toxic ingredients proven to deliver remarkable and long-lasting results. Choose Nature MACE today, and prevent animals from devouring the fruits of your labor while keeping your pets, family, and environment safe.

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