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Skunk Abatement Advice <\/h1>\n\n\n\n
There are certain steps a homeowner can take that will make\ntheir property seem undesirable to skunks and other pesky critters. As long as\nyou do the things mentioned in this article, you should have no problem taming\na skunk infestation on your property. Keep in mind that the most common area\nfor a skunk to hang out is under the front porch or patio because they prefer\nthese dark, cooler areas, which provides them with a means of protection for\nthemselves and their young. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
So now you know that if you cannot figure out where a skunk\nis on your property, but you smell it, it is most likely underneath the porch\nor deck. Do not try to take a look or attempt to trap, touch, or harm any\nskunks. Not only is this illegal without a proper permit, it is wrong. There\nare several safe and humane ways to get rid of skunks other than killing or\nharming them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
DIY Skunk Control Tips<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
There are various do-it-yourself methods and strategies you can implement to prevent skunks from trespassing onto your property, all of which are easy, safe, and humane. For instance, read our blog, \u201cA Recipe for Non-Toxic Animal Repellent<\/a>\u201d to learn how to make your own chemical-free skunk repelling solution! Keep in mind, if you find a colony of baby and mother skunks, you must call a local Indianapolis wildlife control company for professional assistance. They use safe and humane methods to extract skunks and relocate them to a faraway habitat. <\/p>\n\n\n\n As for yourself, here are some skunk abating tips to try:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u261b If you know there are no skunks beneath your porch or patio,\ngo ahead and block off all access point so they cannot make this area their\nhome in the future. Be diligent with this because skunks can surprisingly\nsqueeze through some very small spaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u261b Never leave pet food or dishes outside. This is a free, easy, and tasty snack for skunks and many other wild animals. If you have bags of pet food in your shed or garage, be sure to lock them up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u261b Remove all other food sources from your property, including bird feeders and squirrel feeders. <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u261b If you have a garden, always be sure to install fencing around them to prevent skunks from accessing any crops. <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u261b Never take the trash out the night before garbage pickup day. And always secure the trash can lids to prevent animals from smelling food and enticing them to find it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u261b Eliminate hiding spots for skunks by keeping tall grass and weeds mowed. If they cannot hide, they will not enter the premises at all. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Call 317-257-2290<\/strong> for skunk removal and control in Indianapolis<\/a>, Indiana. We are DNR licensed and insured wildlife rescue contractors that offer a wide range of residential and commercial wild animal removal services at the most affordable prices around. We are happy to provide free estimates, anytime. Just give us a call to get started on a skunk-free spring and summer!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Have you been scratching your head, trying to figure out a way to stop pesky skunks from trespassing onto your property? Has your dog been sprayed one too many times by a skunk that seems to never go away? Are … Continue reading Professional Skunk Removal and Control in Indianapolis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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