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How to keep raccoons away
I have a fenced backyard where I have a vegetable garden that is
somewhat ransacked by raccoons. (or some other animals). It is fenced with a chain link fence, but they still sneak in. I am guessing that they get in between the fence and the ground. What are the practical ways of raccoon proofing the backyard. Maybe some wire stuff that can be added to the fence, or what? Can I simply buy a raccoon trap and transport a few away from my property? Shooting them is not an option due to our city code. -- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- @ @ @ Please forgive my typos as my right hand is injured. @ @ @ char*p="char*p=%c%s%c;main(){printf(p,34,p,34);}"; main(){printf(p,34,p,34);} "It's never too late to have a happy childhood." |
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How to keep raccoons away
Sharpen your spade and make a "slot" into the ground all along the bottom of
the existing fence. Insert fence wire as deep as possible, and attach the top of the wire to the chain link fence. This still leaves the top of the fence vulnerable though, and raccoons can definitely climb. A Havahart trap is a good idea, too, but you might want to have your local animal control people assist. Raccoons can get weird.... Another suggestion I've heard is to plant prickly stuff around the crops that interest the raccoon. Zucchini and other squashes have abrasive stems that some raccoons won't step through. And, you didn't mention how far your fence is from the garden. If it's possible to plant shrubs that'll end up being 3-4' in diameter, and still leave room for YOU to work, you might consider barberry. Nothing gets past that bush without severe lacerations. That's why birds hang out in them and laugh at the cats. "Ignoramus15189" wrote in message ... I have a fenced backyard where I have a vegetable garden that is somewhat ransacked by raccoons. (or some other animals). It is fenced with a chain link fence, but they still sneak in. I am guessing that they get in between the fence and the ground. What are the practical ways of raccoon proofing the backyard. Maybe some wire stuff that can be added to the fence, or what? Can I simply buy a raccoon trap and transport a few away from my property? Shooting them is not an option due to our city code. -- -------------------------------------------------------------------------- -- @ @ @ Please forgive my typos as my right hand is injured. @ @ @ char*p="char*p=%c%s%c;main(){printf(p,34,p,34);}"; main(){printf(p,34,p,34);} "It's never too late to have a happy childhood." |
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In article , Doug Kanter wrote:
Sharpen your spade and make a "slot" into the ground all along the bottom of the existing fence. Insert fence wire as deep as possible, and attach the I am sorry for my stupid question, but what is fence wire? top of the wire to the chain link fence. This still leaves the top of the fence vulnerable though, and raccoons can definitely climb. that's upsetting that they can climb. A Havahart trap is a good idea, too, but you might want to have your local animal control people assist. Raccoons can get weird.... I can get weird too, I am not afraid of raccoons. I would just trap them and release then a few miles away. The issue is, are there so many local raccoons that trapping them is a waste of time? Do they migrate? For example, obviously, trapping birds is a waste of time since they propagate everywhere. But, if I could trap, say, 3-5 raccoons, would it actually help? Another suggestion I've heard is to plant prickly stuff around the crops that interest the raccoon. Zucchini and other squashes have abrasive stems that some raccoons won't step through. And, you didn't mention how far your fence is from the garden. If it's possible to plant shrubs that'll end up being 3-4' in diameter, and still leave room for YOU to work, you might consider barberry. Nothing gets past that bush without severe lacerations. That's why birds hang out in them and laugh at the cats. no space for that, unfortunately. i "Ignoramus15189" wrote in message ... I have a fenced backyard where I have a vegetable garden that is somewhat ransacked by raccoons. (or some other animals). It is fenced with a chain link fence, but they still sneak in. I am guessing that they get in between the fence and the ground. What are the practical ways of raccoon proofing the backyard. Maybe some wire stuff that can be added to the fence, or what? Can I simply buy a raccoon trap and transport a few away from my property? Shooting them is not an option due to our city code. @ @ @ Please forgive my typos as my right hand is injured. @ @ @ char*p="char*p=%c%s%c;main(){printf(p,34,p,34);}"; main(){printf(p,34,p,34);} "It's never too late to have a happy childhood." -- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- @ @ @ Please forgive my typos as my right hand is injured. @ @ @ char*p="char*p=%c%s%c;main(){printf(p,34,p,34);}"; main(){printf(p,34,p,34);} "It's never too late to have a happy childhood." |
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How to keep raccoons away
forgot to say, trapping and releasing raccoons would be educational
for my 3 year old son. i In article , Doug Kanter wrote: Sharpen your spade and make a "slot" into the ground all along the bottom of the existing fence. Insert fence wire as deep as possible, and attach the top of the wire to the chain link fence. This still leaves the top of the fence vulnerable though, and raccoons can definitely climb. A Havahart trap is a good idea, too, but you might want to have your local animal control people assist. Raccoons can get weird.... Another suggestion I've heard is to plant prickly stuff around the crops that interest the raccoon. Zucchini and other squashes have abrasive stems that some raccoons won't step through. And, you didn't mention how far your fence is from the garden. If it's possible to plant shrubs that'll end up being 3-4' in diameter, and still leave room for YOU to work, you might consider barberry. Nothing gets past that bush without severe lacerations. That's why birds hang out in them and laugh at the cats. "Ignoramus15189" wrote in message ... I have a fenced backyard where I have a vegetable garden that is somewhat ransacked by raccoons. (or some other animals). It is fenced with a chain link fence, but they still sneak in. I am guessing that they get in between the fence and the ground. What are the practical ways of raccoon proofing the backyard. Maybe some wire stuff that can be added to the fence, or what? Can I simply buy a raccoon trap and transport a few away from my property? Shooting them is not an option due to our city code. @ @ @ Please forgive my typos as my right hand is injured. @ @ @ char*p="char*p=%c%s%c;main(){printf(p,34,p,34);}"; main(){printf(p,34,p,34);} "It's never too late to have a happy childhood." -- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- @ @ @ Please forgive my typos as my right hand is injured. @ @ @ char*p="char*p=%c%s%c;main(){printf(p,34,p,34);}"; main(){printf(p,34,p,34);} "It's never too late to have a happy childhood." |
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How to keep raccoons away
On 10 May 2004 14:34:32 GMT, Ignoramus15189 wrote:
forgot to say, trapping and releasing raccoons would be educational for my 3 year old son. Why, to teach him how to make your problem someone else's? Whose problem do you intend to make these creatures? "Well, Junior, they're only a problem if they're in _our_ yard, so we'll take them 'out to the country' so someone else can deal with them" kind of thing, or what? |
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How to keep raccoons away
"Ignoramus15189" wrote
forgot to say, trapping and releasing raccoons would be educational for my 3 year old son. Maybe not in the way you intended. First of all check out your state and local regulations, it may be illegal to trap and release game animals. Second, even if it is legal, you are merely transferring your problem to another area for someone else to deal with, and can very well also transfer diseases such as parvo, rabies and scabies along with the coon. Third, in the long run it won't even matter 'cause a new population will move in to take over the void left by removing the current residents. There are many (well, several anyway) ways to fence coons out of a garden; probably an electric offset wire around the bottom of the perimeter would be both the most animal and cost effective. Check out both the web site and order their excellent fencing catalog for ideas. http://www.premier1supplies.com/store/fencing.html Skip Skip & Christy Hensler THE ROCK GARDEN Newport, WA http://www.povn.com/rock/ |
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How to keep raccoons away
Ignoramus15189 wrote:
In article , Doug Kanter wrote: Sharpen your spade and make a "slot" into the ground all along the bottom of the existing fence. Insert fence wire as deep as possible, and attach the I am sorry for my stupid question, but what is fence wire? top of the wire to the chain link fence. This still leaves the top of the fence vulnerable though, and raccoons can definitely climb. that's upsetting that they can climb. They live in trees. They are also very good at opening gates and latches. They can quickly learn to turn standard door handles. They are not too good at picking locks, but some primates can do that. A Havahart trap is a good idea, too, but you might want to have your local animal control people assist. Raccoons can get weird.... I can get weird too, I am not afraid of raccoons. I would just trap them and release then a few miles away. The issue is, are there so many local raccoons that trapping them is a waste of time? Do they migrate? For example, obviously, trapping birds is a waste of time since they propagate everywhere. But, if I could trap, say, 3-5 raccoons, would it actually help? Some areas, like were I live, do not allow you to release a raccoon that you might trap. I also suggest lots of miles. However it will not really help. If they like the area and there is food, they or others will be back. Another suggestion I've heard is to plant prickly stuff around the crops that interest the raccoon. Zucchini and other squashes have abrasive stems that some raccoons won't step through. And, you didn't mention how far your fence is from the garden. If it's possible to plant shrubs that'll end up being 3-4' in diameter, and still leave room for YOU to work, you might consider barberry. Nothing gets past that bush without severe lacerations. That's why birds hang out in them and laugh at the cats. no space for that, unfortunately. i "Ignoramus15189" wrote in message ... I have a fenced backyard where I have a vegetable garden that is somewhat ransacked by raccoons. (or some other animals). It is fenced with a chain link fence, but they still sneak in. I am guessing that they get in between the fence and the ground. What are the practical ways of raccoon proofing the backyard. Maybe some wire stuff that can be added to the fence, or what? Can I simply buy a raccoon trap and transport a few away from my property? Shooting them is not an option due to our city code. @ @ @ Please forgive my typos as my right hand is injured. @ @ @ char*p="char*p=%c%s%c;main(){printf(p,34,p,34);}"; main(){printf(p,34,p,34);} "It's never too late to have a happy childhood." -- Joseph E. Meehan 26 + 6 = 1 It's Irish Math |
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How to keep raccoons away
Weird racoons may be displaying signs of rabies. Not an animal to be messed
with when acting weird! I definitely wouldn't have a child anywhere around if I was trying to deal with a caged "weird" racoon. |
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How to keep raccoons away
On 10 May 2004 14:33:59 GMT, Ignoramus15189
wrote: A Havahart trap is a good idea, too, but you might want to have your local animal control people assist. Raccoons can get weird.... I can get weird too, I am not afraid of raccoons. I would just trap them and release then a few miles away. The issue is, are there so many local raccoons that trapping them is a waste of time? Do they migrate? For example, obviously, trapping birds is a waste of time since they propagate everywhere. But, if I could trap, say, 3-5 raccoons, would it actually help? you should be afraid of them, you will never win in a tussle with one, trapping might be worthwhile but relocating them is illegal in many places. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Because of the current email spam attacks my email account is not included, reply via the newsgroups or ask for a valid email address. |
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"The Rock Garden" wrote: There are many (well, several anyway) ways to fence coons out of a garden; probably an electric offset wire around the bottom of the perimeter would be both the most animal and cost effective. To my knowlege, elect. fences are simply the only reliable technique. period. The only remotely secondary solution is to build a complete cage around things, and ... racoons are damn good at defeating stuff like that. Any garden/hardware store should have everything one needs. Of course, this is just making the racoon someone else's problem... :-) ..max -- the part of was played by maxwell monningh 8-p |
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"Joseph Meehan" wrote: that's upsetting that they can climb. They live in trees. They are also very good at opening gates and latches. They can quickly learn to turn standard door handles. They are not too good at picking locks, but some primates can do that. ahem.. cough [tap tap] THEY HAVE HANDS!!! ..max -- the part of was played by maxwell monningh 8-p |
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How to keep raccoons away
On Mon, 10 May 2004 14:33:59 +0000, Ignoramus15189 wrote:
Doug Kanter wrote: that's upsetting that they can climb. Very well ... trees, downspouts, whatever. As already mentioned, they're good with their paws. Saw one open a foam cooler, and then the screw top on the jar of jelly he selected. And in areas where they're used to people, lights and/or radio don't work. What about keeping a dog in the fenced area at night? A Havahart trap is a good idea, too, but you might want to have your local animal control people assist. Raccoons can get weird.... I can get weird too, I am not afraid of raccoons. Unless you live in a rabies-free area, it would be foolish not to be cautious. Even non-rabid raccoons can be fiesty if they're cornered. So if you're involving a child in this, be sure he understands that he should not approach one by himself. I would just trap them and release then a few miles away. The issue is, are there so many local raccoons that trapping them is a waste of time? Do they migrate? For example, obviously, trapping birds is a waste of time since they propagate everywhere. But, if I could trap, say, 3-5 raccoons, would it actually help? Maybe yes, maybe no. Depends on how many there are around. It would be bad form to release on private land without permission. |
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"Ignoramus15189" wrote in message
... In article , Doug Kanter wrote: Sharpen your spade and make a "slot" into the ground all along the bottom of the existing fence. Insert fence wire as deep as possible, and attach the I am sorry for my stupid question, but what is fence wire? Galvanized wire screen that you buy in rolls. It's available with openings of various sizes. It'll be obvious which size to get. top of the wire to the chain link fence. This still leaves the top of the fence vulnerable though, and raccoons can definitely climb. that's upsetting that they can climb. It's not upsetting to the raccoons. :-) A Havahart trap is a good idea, too, but you might want to have your local animal control people assist. Raccoons can get weird.... I can get weird too, I am not afraid of raccoons. In order to release an animal from a Havahart trap, your hands will be right ON the trap as you open the end. You didn't say whether you've seen raccoons on your property during daylight hours, but if you have, it's assumed they may be rabid. Animal control people may have equipment which allows them to keep a little more distance during the release. Besides...if you have to "get weird" to keep from being bitten, it might mean hurting the animal. The issue is, are there so many local raccoons that trapping them is a waste of time? Do they migrate? For example, obviously, trapping birds is a waste of time since they propagate everywhere. But, if I could trap, say, 3-5 raccoons, would it actually help? Beats me. I lived in a semi-city neighborhood where we'd only see one or two per year. No idea what your area is like. Take a walk, look for other vegetable gardens, and knock on the owners' doors & ask them. Another suggestion I've heard is to plant prickly stuff around the crops that interest the raccoon. Zucchini and other squashes have abrasive stems that some raccoons won't step through. And, you didn't mention how far your fence is from the garden. If it's possible to plant shrubs that'll end up being 3-4' in diameter, and still leave room for YOU to work, you might consider barberry. Nothing gets past that bush without severe lacerations. That's why birds hang out in them and laugh at the cats. no space for that, unfortunately. Too bad. It's fun to watch dogs crash into barberry bushes. |
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In article , The Rock Garden wrote:
"Ignoramus15189" wrote forgot to say, trapping and releasing raccoons would be educational for my 3 year old son. Maybe not in the way you intended. First of all check out your state and local regulations, it may be illegal to trap and release game animals. Second, even if it is legal, you are merely transferring your problem to another area for someone else to deal with, and can very well also transfer diseases such as parvo, rabies and scabies along with the coon. Third, in the long run it won't even matter 'cause a new population will move in to take over the void left by removing the current residents. There are many (well, several anyway) ways to fence coons out of a garden; probably an electric offset wire around the bottom of the perimeter would be both the most animal and cost effective. Check out both the web site and order their excellent fencing catalog for ideas. http://www.premier1supplies.com/store/fencing.html I would not use an electric fence with a 3 year old kid in the house. i Skip Skip & Christy Hensler THE ROCK GARDEN Newport, WA http://www.povn.com/rock/ -- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- @ @ @ Please forgive my typos as my right hand is injured. @ @ @ char*p="char*p=%c%s%c;main(){printf(p,34,p,34);}"; main(){printf(p,34,p,34);} "It's never too late to have a happy childhood." |
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"Max" wrote in message
... In article , "Joseph Meehan" wrote: that's upsetting that they can climb. They live in trees. They are also very good at opening gates and latches. They can quickly learn to turn standard door handles. They are not too good at picking locks, but some primates can do that. ahem.. cough [tap tap] THEY HAVE HANDS!!! .max They also have a sense of humor. While camping in the Catskills many years ago, my wife & I watched as some knucklehead set up a screen house, and inside it, two sets of collapsible plastic shelves onto which he placed what appeared to be enough snacks for an army. Lots of chips, cookies, cereal, etc. The ranger warned the dummy about wildlife, but I guess he decided the ranger didn't know what he was talking about. Around 2:00 AM, there was lots of crashing & interesting animal sounds. Two raccoons had bitten through the screen and knocked over the shelves. When the guy got up the nerve to come out of his tent, the creatures were still inside having a feast, while they watched the guy run around outside the screen house yelling. The feast continued for about an hour until the ranger finally came over and urged them (with a stick) to go elsewhere. He then evicted the camper. |
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