Myrl Jeffcoat wrote:
I have a herd of squirrels in my yard. A few years back, I only had
pretty bushy tailed gray squirrels, who didn't do much damage. But in
recent times, I've been over run by scruffy looking little tree
squirrels, who seem to have ran off the gray squirrels. These new
varmints are destructive.

I have a gazebo in my back yard, and these critters are gnawing and
chewing on the roof to it. They have literally chewed up the corners
of the support posts.

I've tried a lot of things, but am woe to come up with a good solution.
. .Do any of you have any ideas?

Jeff,

I have a solution. Cut down every tree in your yard and blacktop it,
remove any birdfeeders, and buy a large pack of Feists, Rat/Jack/Fox
Terriers, or Bluetick Hounds.

Seriously though... you have to ask yourself what brings them to your
yard? Is it large trees, specifically oak trees? If so, can you cut
some down? Do you have a bird feeder? And is it often filled with
peanuts/nuts or corn, is it? Have you tried a squirrel-proof feeder?
First, try to eliminate or reduce the draw.

Next, you need something to put a little fear in the squirrels? Do you
have a dog you could put on occassion patrol?

Lastly, then try to relocate them. Buy a few live-animal traps.

Good luck,
Patrick