Depending on where you live you may have pest problems with a number of small forms of wildlife. This page contains tips and money saving advice for getting rid of small wildlife.
Getting Rid of GophersThis is guide about getting rid of gophers. The cute little gopher is the bane of many a gardener and home owner. They are herbivores that love to eat roots. They will eat the roots of your vegetables, flowers, and lawn. Getting rid of them can be difficult.
Getting Rid of OpossumsThis is a page about getting rid of opossums. Opossums are quite adaptable and can thrive near people, munching on vegetable garden produce and nesting under houses and sheds.
Getting Rid of SkunksThis is a page about getting rid of skunks. They may be cute and fluffy, but skunks are rarely welcomed guests around our homes.
Keeping Small Wildlife Out of Flower BedsSmall animals such as squirrels, raccoons, and possums can wreak havoc on a flower bed. This is a page about keeping small wildlife out flower beds.
Skunk RepellentsThis page is about skunk repellents. There are a variety of ways to discourage skunks from your property. Determining why they like to be there is the first step.
Removing a Skunk from a Live TrapThis is a page about removing a skunk from a live trap. You will want to use caution when releasing one of these cute but odiferous members of the weasel family from a live trap.
Getting Rid of an Armadillo?This is a page about getting rid of an armadillo. These new world, armored animals with their low body temperatures are found in warm climates. They can be very destructive in a garden.
Getting Rid of Shrews in the House?This is a page about getting rid of shrews in the house. Shrews are small omnivorous mammals that may find their way into your home.
Buying a Possum Trap?Where can I buy a possum trap in San Jose, California? It seems they want you to use a service. This is a garden problem.
Ground Hog Deterrent?I live in a rural subdivision and I used to have 1 ground hog, but now someone has dropped off 4 more. How can I get them to move on?
Do Skunks Dig Up Potted Plants?Do skunks dig up plants out of flower pots? If they do how do I stop them? I know we have had skunks in the neighborhood the last two weeks and this problem has just started. Help!
Discouraging Wildlife from Using Yard as a Toilet?Does anyone know a green way to prevent wild pests (I think it's a possum) from using my yard as a toilet. The urine smell is very strong. Sitting outside has become very un-enjoyable.
Getting a Skunk Out of a Shed?How do I get rid of a skunk living under my shed?
Keeping Wildlife From Defecating on Patio?How do I get rid of a possum that comes on my patio to do his business (fecal). Is there something I can spray? It uses the same spot everytime. I am assuming it is a possum. The scat is rather large. Thanks.
Possum Came Into House Through Chimney?I've had a possum in my house. It came down the chimney, but I haven't seen it since Thursday evening when it ran back up the chimney. Is there any chance it could climb back to the top and out of the chimney, or is that just wishful thinking?
Been Skunked Again! - Best TipsBeen Skunked Again! Thought I would look for new tips and share the ones that worked for me.
Mysterious Skunk Smell?We've been dealing with a mysterious skunk smell that hits our house sporadically but frequently.
Raccoon Deterrents?Does anyone have any idea how to get rid of a racoon that is raiding the food in a humming bird feeder? Your suggestions will be appreciated.
Skunk Under Inground Pool?We have a skunk living under an Inground Pool and I have tried moth balls, black pepper, D.E., and I can't convince him or her to find another home. Any suggestions would be appreciated.
Keeping Foxes out of My Garden?How do I keep foxes out of my garden?
Relocating a Possum?I caught and released, about 3 miles from home, a possum. Can it find its way back here?
Getting Rid of a Possum?How can I get rid of the huge mom possum that lives in my pine tree? It killed 2 of my cats. It's as big as a dog! I had 3 outdoor cats when I bought my townhome. It's in a historical area and I am next to a field, that's lovely.
Getting Rid of a Skunk?I have read that adding ammonia around the yard, under the porch, shed, etc. will keep skunks away. I believe I have a family living under my shed. When is the best time to add the ammonia?
Would an Opossum Chew on AC Vents?I have heard chewing on my a/c vents under my mobile home late at night. Could the animal be an opossum? I've seen one on my front porch (not afraid of automatic light on porch) and in the tree over my house.
Getting Rid of Possums in the Yard?I had a flashlight on an opossum and it came to me. What do I do? I was outside with a flashlight and I saw what I thought was a big cat, but when I put the light on it, it started to come to me. When I ran to my door it was at the side of the house; it was a opossum and it looked at me.
Getting Rid of Skunks Under the House?How do I get skunks out from beneath the house, without a professional exterminator? My 7 mo. old puppy now knows what a skunk is.....first hand! Needless to say she got sprayed right in her face.
