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Snake Repellents
Posted on 5/2/17 at 9:56 am
Posted on 5/2/17 at 9:56 am
Found several snake skins around my pool/landscape area. Can someone suggest a snake repellent or any other product that actually works?
This post was edited on 5/2/17 at 10:04 am
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Posted on 5/2/17 at 9:59 am to dlambe5
Posted on 5/2/17 at 10:15 am to dlambe5
Snake-A-Way
Posted on 5/2/17 at 10:16 am to dlambe5
Pics of snakes found?
Only real snake repellent that works is removing the food/prey supply. Most will tell you that the commercial repellents do not work, and specifically do not work on Cottonmouths. I'm not sure if they claim to work on copperheads. Those are really the only ones you should worry about. If you have other "large" snakes like rat snakes, there is a reason. I'll let you figure that out.
Also, the commercial "repellents" are usually harmful if ingested by other animals, such as pets. So, you have that to think about.
Only real snake repellent that works is removing the food/prey supply. Most will tell you that the commercial repellents do not work, and specifically do not work on Cottonmouths. I'm not sure if they claim to work on copperheads. Those are really the only ones you should worry about. If you have other "large" snakes like rat snakes, there is a reason. I'll let you figure that out.
Also, the commercial "repellents" are usually harmful if ingested by other animals, such as pets. So, you have that to think about.
Posted on 5/2/17 at 10:18 am to dlambe5
Get a pet honey badger
Posted on 5/2/17 at 10:18 am to dlambe5
Garlic powder.
Posted on 5/2/17 at 10:20 am to Boudreaux35
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Only real snake repellent that works is removing the food/prey supply. Most will tell you that the commercial repellents do not work, and specifically do not work on Cottonmouths. I'm not sure if they claim to work on copperheads. Those are really the only ones you should worry about. If you have other "large" snakes like rat snakes, there is a reason. I'll let you figure that out. Also, the commercial "repellents" are usually harmful if ingested by other animals, such as pets. So, you have that to think about.
This. The chemical stuff will only work in small test cages. In order to get enough out to work outside, it would probably repel/kill you, your family, dog, and neighbors. But, it makes some people feel better to spread stuff around.
Just learn about snakes and don't overreact.
This post was edited on 5/2/17 at 10:21 am
Posted on 5/2/17 at 10:32 am to Boudreaux35
The snakes dont bother me. I'm just worried about my kids and very small dog.
I had a baby copperhead in my pool last year. The skins I've found were garter and rat snake skin. 3ft was the longest one. Don't have pics. I have found 6 snake skins in two weeks.
I use to have two stray cats hangout on my property but I havent seen them in a while.
The only thing I could think of is that I have tons of lizards.
I had a baby copperhead in my pool last year. The skins I've found were garter and rat snake skin. 3ft was the longest one. Don't have pics. I have found 6 snake skins in two weeks.
I use to have two stray cats hangout on my property but I havent seen them in a while.
The only thing I could think of is that I have tons of lizards.
This post was edited on 5/2/17 at 10:36 am
Posted on 5/2/17 at 10:37 am to dlambe5
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I use to have two stray cats hangout on my property but I havent seen them in a while.
The only thing I could think of is that I have tons of lizards.
My bet is on rats/mice. Cats and snakes hanging out. You might want to call an exterminator and have him put out some of those rat baits. Much safer than "snake repellent" for the kids and dog. Once the rats are gone, you won't see snakes around, I'd bet.
Posted on 5/2/17 at 12:31 pm to dlambe5
FIRE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted on 5/2/17 at 2:54 pm to dlambe5
It's just the food chain in action.
I leave a light on so I don't step on a snake by the back door. But...
Light attracts bugs which attract toads which attract copperheads and cotton mouths..
Just gotta stay cautious.. they usually won't bite if your just walking by. I killed some last summer that I know must have had 10 people walk right past. It's when you step right on them or reach your hand in their flower pot you have a problem
I leave a light on so I don't step on a snake by the back door. But...
Light attracts bugs which attract toads which attract copperheads and cotton mouths..
Just gotta stay cautious.. they usually won't bite if your just walking by. I killed some last summer that I know must have had 10 people walk right past. It's when you step right on them or reach your hand in their flower pot you have a problem
Posted on 5/2/17 at 3:06 pm to dlambe5
My neighbor moved and left 3 outside cats. Come get them, put them in your back yard and problem solved. They are sweet cats but do hunt.
Posted on 5/2/17 at 3:25 pm to dlambe5
This might work
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