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Critters in the Garden: Cats & dogs

July 19, 2024 Canada's Local Gardener 1554 Views animal deterrents, cats, coffee grounds, dog and cat behavior, dogs, essential oils, garden critters, garden protection, pet-proof garden, physical barriers

Cats and dogs can make a habit of using your garden as a litter box, leaving unpleasant surprises when you

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Critters in the Garden: Voles & moles

July 16, 2024 Canada's Local Gardener 2357 Views garden pests, grub control, habitat modification, moles, natural predators, physical barriers, repellents, trapping, voles, wildlife management

Although voles and moles are different, the deterrents are similar. Moles tunnel under the ground and make runways just below

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Critters in the Garden: Rabbits

July 15, 2024 Canada's Local Gardener 1816 Views daffodils, garden pests, garden protection, gardening tips, physical barriers, rabbit deterrents, rabbit-resistant plants, rabbits, spraying techniques, vegetable garden

Little bunnies abound in the early days of spring and summer. Who can resist their soft furriness – you just

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Critters in the Garden: Deer

July 11, 2024 Canada's Local Gardener 2258 Views deer, fencing, garden pests, garden protection, noise deterrents, physical barriers, sacrificial plants, sprays, ultrasonic noise

What to do about deer? They are gorgeous to look at with soft-coloured coats looking so sleek above their slender

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