If you have seen skunks in your yard or smelled them at night, you need to learn how to keep skunks away from your home and yard. If you have pets, it is especially important that you take all of the possible steps to keep them away. Skunks are nocturnal and start to make their rounds in the early evening. Make sure that anything that might possibly interest a skunk is put away and out of reach before then.
It is often thought that skunks eat flowers and other things in your garden. Actually, when skunks are found or seen in your garden they are likely to be after grubs or other bugs.
Some things that do attract skunks are:
* Pet food. Make sure that all pet food and water is picked up.
* Trash. All trash cans should close tightly.
* Fruit. Skunks like to eat fruit that has fallen from trees.
* Compost piles. If you are having a problem with skunks, it may be best to make compost in a bin.
* Hiding places. This includes wood piles, front porches with an opening, etc.
If you keep all of these factors out of your yard, it should significantly reduce your skunk population. They will surely find someone else's yard more appealing.
Skunks are believed to be repelled by the smell of mothballs. If you do use mothballs, keep them away from dogs and children. They are dangerous. One option is to put the mothballs in a can and cover it. Put holes in the lid and only put it out at night. Be sure it is in a very safe place away from kids and dogs at all times.
Another option is to trap the skunks. This is not a desirable option for obvious reasons. If you do use this option, make sure that it is legal in your area. You may want to consider using professionals for this.
Maintaining a yard that is free from things that would attract a skunk seems to be the best defense in your effort to keep skunks away.
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