*This photo was taken in the late fall, however, we saw this fat guy scurry out of our yard this morning. He’s back, and well fed. I threw a travel mug at him because it was the first thing I could get my hands on. Unfortunately, I missed. Does anyone have a be-be gun?
I wish I did….I would aiming at some really fat squirrels if I did.
http://www.hsus.org/humane_living/living_in_harmony_with_animals/groundhogs_gardens.html
Groundhogs are fearful of humans and generally cautious. To discourage frequent visits to your garden, try adding objects that will blow around in the wind, such as beach balls, party balloons, or reflective Mylar tape.
Prevent groundhogs from entering your garden by installing a simple chicken wire or mesh fence. Make the top portion 3 to 4 feet high, and bend the bottom portion of the fence in an “L shape and extend it another 6 to 12 inches outward, away from the garden. Pin this portion securely to the ground using landscaping staples. This will discourage digging. Loosely wire the top portion to fence posts as groundhogs do not like to climb unstable fences.
A simple two-wire electric fence can also effectively discourage groundhogs. Place one strand 1 to 4 inches above the ground, and the other 8 to 9 inches high. You might also try installing a one wire, 4-inch high electric fence in front of a non-electric fence. This can be very effective in deterring groundhogs as well as other unwanted garden visitors, such as raccoons.
Hi McCulloughs!!!
Just thinking about you guys and wanted to say hi. Hope all is well in Shipoke!! We miss you!!
Hugs,
The Perraults
You have not posted in a long time!