Has anyone used this product to keep Squirrels away? How effective was it? (One online article says it would work) Thanks!
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I have used it primarily for deer but I also try to deter the chipmunks and squirrels. It does work for a little while but when it wears out or it rains they go digging again. Same thing for the deer. You have to keep applying often.
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Ron and Starvn are correct, I have a baffle on it and I don't have a problem with the squirrels. "No name's" suggestion to keep it away from trees is also recommended. Good Luck.
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I bought it to scare squirrels from our Mango trees. It did not work for squirrels at all. Squirrels would sit right in front of it with one of my mangos. I would click the remote to sound the alarm and the squirrels just kept chomping..., no effect at all. Also, device kept sounding off when a little wind made some leaves move (even on least sensative setting). It absolutely does not work on squirrels. I cannot say it will work on birds but, based on how well it works on squirrels, I have my doubts.
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In my opinion, this product does NOT work in any way! I used it with the dispenser and I also put it loose on the ground. It did nothing. The squirrels would just sniff at and walk away. Frequently, they wold run up a tree and eat one of our apricots.
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Works well on Florida squirrels because they are small. Not so well on Michigan squirrels, they are bigger, and it just slaps them on the head so they come back tomorrow and do it again.
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It's worth a try. I've given up trying to deter the squirrels - I just fill the feeders and watch who gets there first!!!!! With 6 different feeders, I'm sure birds and squirrels alike all get something!!!!
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Product did not work at all for me, I sprayed it all around a motorcycle I have covered at my home and the next day there were holes that the squirrels dug completely surrounding my motorcycle. The product acted more like it attracted the squirrels than a repellent. I even poured the rest of the entire bottle around the entire area surrounding the motorcycle and the squirrels completely ignored the repellent. Save your money. Worthless product. Wish I could get my money back. Hopefully, my review will prevent others from wasting their time and more importantly, their money. If I could give it a minus rating, I would. Product did not work at all for me, I sprayed it all around a motorcycle I have covered at my home and the next day there were holes that the squirrels dug completely surrounding my motorcycle. The product acted more like it attracted the squirrels than a repellent. I even poured the rest of the entire bottle around the entire area surrounding the motorcycle and the squirrels completely ignored the repellent. Save your money. Worthless product. Wish I could get my money back. Hopefully, my review will prevent others from wasting their time and more importantly, their money. If I could give... » Read More Product did not work at all for me, I sprayed it all around a motorcycle I have covered at my home and the next day there were holes that the squirrels dug completely surrounding my motorcycle. The product acted more like it attracted the squirrels than a repellent. I even poured the rest of the entire bottle around the entire area surrounding the motorcycle and the squirrels completely ignored the repellent. Save your money. Worthless product. Wish I could get my money back. Hopefully, my review will prevent others from wasting their time and more importantly, their money. If I could give it a minus rating, I would. « Show Less
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I think you're on the right track but it sure sounds like a lot of work to keep those little buggers away from the new sprouts. Regarding the wet ground and discharge, I'm not sure. My installation with two wire mesh screens on top of the bird feeder keeps the squirrels off and I notice that when the snow covers the screens, the batteries seem to keep a charge going, although they may be running down a little faster. Wish I could be of more help.
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Cathy, I just don't know. I think it is possible that it would hurt them. I have it set up in my basement and have never had a problem with squirrels there. Good luck. You might be able to create a "door" on the front of the Zapper, that would prevent larger animals from entering, but allow mice to get in.
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Yes, we caught squirrels with our trap. Place it near the entry point and if necessary, secure it to the roof or gutter so it doesn't blow away or get knocked off. We used crackers with peanut butter for the bait. It worked as planned and got rid of the squirrels in our attic.
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I have not used this with squirrels but if I have another issue with them chewing on my house I will. I think it's powerful enough to do the job. Hopefully you won't find the neighbor's cat inside.
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Curious to know if you got this and tried it to chase off squirrels? I want one for the exact same reason and have similar issues as you.
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I think you're on the right track but it sure sounds like a lot of work to keep those little buggers away from the new sprouts. Regarding the wet ground and discharge, I'm not sure. My installation with two wire mesh screens on top of the bird feeder keeps the squirrels off and I notice that when the snow covers the screens, the batteries seem to keep a charge going, although they may be running down a little faster.Wish I could be of more help.
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Hi Monika, I use this project mainly to deter squirrels from nosing around my bulbs and digging all over the place. I've never used it for mice but I can't help but think that it might work for mice and rats as well because of the ingredients. It seems to work a little for racoons and skunks so if it was me, I would try it and see how it goes. Sorry I couldn't be of more help. Take care and all the best to you for the new year.
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I live in New York and our gray squirrels can not get in our red squirrels are smaller and do get in form time to time and I have not found a way to stop them . Let me know if you do. sorry no help.
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It has been my experience that Squirrel proof is is a myth. To see the squirrels work in my yard is a thing of total amazement. This feeder is however as much of a deterent as anything else I have tried.
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It is clear and it did not stop the squirrels. My husband had to put a wide pvc pipe above it to keep them off. I will have to ask my husband to measure it for you.