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The FoxWatch Ultrasonic Fox Deterrent

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Without doubt, the most effective fox deterrent on the market, the FoxWatch is a small ultrasonic device that sits in your garden and emits 3 short, sharp bursts of high-pitched noise every time a fox crosses its motion sensor.

The sounds emitted are best described as the fox equivalent of fingers being scraped down a blackboard, fortunately outside of our own hearing range.

The FoxWatch Ultrasonic Deterrent
Foxes have an incredible sense of hearing which they rely on heavily for survival, whether it be for catching prey, communication or avoiding danger.

The FoxWatch takes advantage of this reliance on hearing and uses it against the fox, causing it to flee from your garden to a place of safety.

Like a burglar alarm for foxes

In terms of how it works, a good analogy is to imagine you were sneaking into someone’s back garden with the intention of breaking into their house.

All of your senses would already be on high-alert, so if you dropped over the wall and immediately set off a noisy burglar alarm, you would do anything to get out of the garden as quickly as possible to avoid detection or harm.

Foxes have exactly the same mindset when they come into your garden, using all of their senses to detect danger.

The FoxWatch is the equivalent of the burglar alarm, emitting a scary and irritating noise that sends them running for cover.

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FoxWatch Ultrasonic Fox Deterrent detection range

Most of us are very busy and simply aren’t interested in spending precious time trying to keep foxes out of our gardens.

The FoxWatch is perfect for those who want something to deal with the issue with minimal effort.

Once the you receive the FoxWatch, you can either stick it into the ground using the accompanying plastic spike that attaches to the bottom, or mount it on a wall or fence via the notch on the back of the unit.

Placement really depends on the set-up of your garden, but a good rule of thumb is to locate the point at which the fox gains access to your garden and set up the FoxWatch to be pointed at that area.

The sooner you can get the fox to trigger the alarm before it gets too deep into your garden, the quicker you will have success in keeping it away.

Don’t be afraid to experiment with the positioning of the FoxWatch as it might take you a couple of goes to find the premium spot.

You also need to ensure that nothing is obscuring the motion sensor, so it has a clear view of the entry point or the area you are trying to protect.

Use the Mains Adapter for maximum effectiveness

To keep foxes away from your garden, you have to change their behaviour, making it clear that your garden is not a place they will feel welcome or comfortable in.

For this reason, it is highly recommended you use the mains adapter that is included with FoxWatch.

Plugging the FoxWatch into the mains means that the unit is always switched on and ready for action. This is vital because foxes can actually be active at all hours of the day.

Whether you are out at work during the day, or asleep in the middle of the night, a FoxWatch plugged into the mains is there actively deterring the foxes from coming into your garden.

The mains adapter comes with a 10 metre (32.8 ft) lead. An additional 10 metre extension lead is also available for purchase, making it possible for you to install your FoxWatch up to 20 metres (65.6 ft) away from a plug socket.

If the size or position of your garden makes it impossible for you to plug in the FoxWatch, then it can be also powered by a 9 Volt battery, though this is definitely an inferior option.

Or use a high quality 9 Volt battery

If you must use a battery then ensure that is Duracell rather than a cheap brand or rechargeable batteries. Using inferior brands will simply be a waste of time and leave you frustrated when you have to replace them all the time.

Please be aware that as soon as a battery runs out of power, it effectively makes the FoxWatch useless as a deterrent against wily and inquisitive foxes, so you need to keep an eye on it. (Helpfully, the lights on the FoxWatch do flash to indicate a low battery.)

Additionally, a decrease in battery power will negatively impact the strength of the noise emitted by the FoxWatch, also limiting it’s effectiveness, so in short, if you really want foxes to stay away then use the mains adapter, wherever possible.

Designed & manufactured in the UK

A major positive for the FoxWatch is that it is the only ultrasonic fox deterrent completely designed and manufactured in the UK.

Unlike inferior ‘copycat’ (or copyfox) imports that have come on the market, the FoxWatch has been extensively tested on the UK’s foxes and comes with a comprehensive 2 year warranty covering the unit and it’s accompanying mains adapter.

The manufacturer has an excellent reputation for a high quality range of animal deterrents, having formed close links with the RSPB, the Mammal Research Unit at the University of Bristol and a range of home and garden publications and retailers.

Reassuringly for a unit that has to cope with the British weather, the internal circuit board is safely set in a special resin and sealed within the unit for protection from the elements.

Every single FoxWatch is hand-built and every unit is individually tested before leaving the factory, making it incredibly reliable, which is exactly what you need for successfully deterring and changing the behavioural habits of a fox.

In conclusion

Whatever the reasons for wanting to keep foxes out of your garden, whether it be to stop them fouling and digging or protecting chickens, pets or children, the FoxWatch is an excellent, low maintenance fox deterrent that can simply sit and do it’s job of keeping foxes away, day or night.

The FoxWatch & Mains Adapter Pack is available in our store priced at £69.95, including free delivery, 2 year manufacturers warranty and 60 day money-back guarantee.

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Technical details

– Detection Distance – 12m / 40ft

– Ultrasonic Alarm Area – 18m / 60ft

– Ultrasonic Frequency – 40-45,000Hz (40-45 kHz)

– Powered by Mains Adapter (recommended) or Duracell 9 Volt Battery

– PIR Sensor Horizontal Viewing Angle –  Approximately 100˚

– PIR Sensor Vertical Detection Angle –  Approximately 10˚ (pointed down)

– Made in the UK

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How to use Radio 4 as a fox deterrent

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As you can hear in the interesting clip above, it’s recently emerged that a radio can be used as a very effective fox deterrent.

Although this method has only gained widespread media attention in the last couple of years, this is a fox deterrent method that has been employed by many cunning farmers for years.

Tune to a conversational station to scare foxes

By cleverly placing radios around their fields at points of entry where foxes gain access, the radios are then tuned to a ‘talkie’ radio station such as Radio 4, Radio 5 Live or talkSPORT.

This gives the impression to the wily fox that there are humans about and they will therefore give the area a wide berth to avoid danger and confrontation.

A recent success story of this fox repellent in action was found at Abbotsbury Swannery in Dorset.

They had tried many fox deterrent products and techniques, but continued to have problems with foxes.

Following the advice of a local farmer, the Swannery installed a few radios, switched them on and it very quickly solved the problem!

A radio is excellent for use in urban areas

Using a radio to deter foxes need not be simply a method for farmers out in the country.

If you live in a city or urban area and have a problem with foxes in your garden, you too can use radios to great effect and keep foxes away.

If possible, locate where the fox enters your garden and place a radio somewhere nearby.

As foxes have very sensitive hearing, the radio doesn’t have to be at a loud volume, therefore negating the issue of bothering neighbours.

Also if you have pet cats or dogs, then they are very used to humans and would not be bothered by the radio, an issue many people worry over when selecting a traditional fox repellent.

Choose an outdoor ‘jobsite’ radio

Jobsite Weatherproof Radio for keeping foxes away

So you’ve decided that using a radio to keep foxes away from your garden is the fox deterrent method for you, but what radio should buy that will be suitable to plonk in your garden?

Well, it’s going to need to stand up to the weather (which inevitably includes heavy wind and rain!), so you are best to purchase a waterproof radio which are usually marketed as being suitable for  building sites.

These are generally referred to as Job Site radios, typically chosen for their durability and ability to function outside in all weather.

Use radio as well as a regular fox repellent for maximum effect

One final tip is for you to use a radio in conjunction with a scent based deterrent like Scoot Fox Repellent for maximum protection. Scoot is not harmful to the environment and gives off a scent that makes the fox think there is a predator nearby.

The combination of a strange smell accompanied by the sound of humans talking works really well in scaring and deterring foxes. Give it a try and see for yourself!

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Water Scarecrow – Deter foxes with jets of water

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Water Scarecrow Fox Deterrent for the garden

The Scarecrow Motion Sprinkler  is an animal repeller that detects the movement of an animal and then shoots out a jet of water, scaring the animal off.

If you have a problem with foxes fouling on your lawn or digging up flowerbeds, then the Scarecrow Motion Sprinkler is a great way of keeping them away.

It’s battery operated via a 9 Volt battery that is conveniently included with the main unit when you buy it.

It has a pretty long battery life, obviously depending on how often it’s triggered and you can assemble it without any tools.

You will need a hosepipe for it to function, as that is what feeds the water into the unit.

Check that the ScareCrow Motion Sprinkler Animal Repeller is working

When you get the unit, check that it works. Insert the included 9V battery and turn the sensitivity dial about halfway round.

Wave your hand around in front of it and you should hear a couple of clicks.

This is the water valve opening and closing which is what causes the jet of water to shoot out when it’s connected up to the hosepipe (Please bear in mind that once the water valve opens and closes, there is then a 8 or 9 second interval period where the system resets itself before it is able to shoot out water again).

If it does all this then the unit is working correctly and you are ready to set it up in your garden.

Positioning the ScareCrow Animal Repeller

In order the deter foxes (or other animals) try and position the motion sprinkler towards the area where the fox enters the area you are protecting.

If possible, try and position it so that the fox will walk across rather than towards the ScareCrow.

Ideally, you also want enough room to be able to walk up behind the repeller so you don’t get shot with water, should you need to turn it off or adjust it.

Of course, if this is not possible, then you can always turn it off at the tap if you need to fiddle with it.

Attach the sprinkler and pointed spike to the main unit. The foot rest on the spike should be towards the bottom. Connect your hosepipe and drive the spike into the ground, pointing at the area you are protecting.

If it works out that the best position for your ScareCrow is on a patio or pathway or somewhere too hard for the pointed spike, then fill a plant pot or bucket with soil and mount it that way.

Turn on the tap and you should have yourself a working Contech Water ScareCrow Animal Repeller. Adjust the sensitivity setting as necessary.

Using the ScareCrow to repel foxes

The water scarecrow is great way of dealing with those problems of foxes digging and fouling on lawns and flower beds and is very effective.

However, as always, I recommend using it in conjunction with another fox deterrent such as the scent-based Scoot Fox Repellent or a sonic device like the FoxWatch Fox Repeller. These should be used at the point the fox enters the garden for most effectiveness.

If you have cats or dogs (or small children!), then they are going to be triggering it all the time, so this probably isn’t the right fox repellent for you.

But if you are bothered by cats coming into your garden as well as foxes, then you will find the ScareCrow Motion Sprinkler very useful.


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Get Off My Garden Fox Repellent

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Get Off Fox Repellent Crystals

Get Off My Garden Fox Repellent (officially labelled as a ‘cat and dog’ repellent) comes in a squeezable plastic bottle containing green crystals with a gel-like texture.

Despite the label suggesting it’s aimed just at cats and dogs, it is an excellent fox deterrent when applied to small gardens or other small areas like paths and flowerbeds.

Produced by Spotless Punch Limited under their VAPET range, Get Off My Garden has become an increasingly popular deterrent against foxes, due to its effectiveness and low cost.

How do I use Get Off My Garden Fox Repellent?

Get Off My Garden is excellent for use if you have a problem with fox poo on your lawns, paths or flowerbeds.

Foxes use their faeces as a way of marking their territory and normally like to deposit it in the most noticeable of places.

Removing the poo without putting down any repellent will simply result in the poo being replaced over the following couple of nights.

Instead, remove the fox droppings and squeeze some Get Off My Garden crystal gel onto the affected areas.

The previously fouled areas may need a few applications at 2-4 day intervals for the repellent to fully take affect. Flower beds and other freshly-dug ground may just need 1 application.

In addition, you can also squeeze the Get Off My Garden crystals every 2-3ft along flower beds, walls or fences.

Anywhere you believe the fox will foul should be treated with Get Off My Garden until the fox has been deterred. (Please be aware that grass may be slightly discoloured after repeated use of this repellent.)

It is worth bearing in mind that you may need to purchase a few bottles of Get Off My Garden to get the result you want, and it is also most effective at stopping foxes from fouling and digging up your garden rather than keeping them away completely.

How does Get Off My Garden Fox Repellent work?

The properties contained in Get Off My Garden that are primarily responsible for repelling foxes are Citronella Oil and Methyl Nonyl Ketone.

Citronella oil is gleaned from various species of lemongrass and has long been used to repel mosquitoes.

It is an effective repellent because it confuses the sense of smell of the fox and causes it to be distracted from entering your garden.

A fox relies heavily upon it’s sense of smell to catch prey and to get its bearings, so if it is unable to follow it’s nose, it will lose confidence and stay away from the area.

Citronella is generally regarded as a ‘natural’ repellent because it is plant based and has been praised as it has little or no toxicity.

Methyl Nonyl Ketone occurs naturally in fruits such as strawberries, guava and bananas and has a very strong smelling odour when extracted.

It is for this reason that it has been used widely in repellents for insects and animals. Studies in the US also found that Methyl Nonyl Ketone was not harmful to mammals.

Is Get Off My Garden Fox Repellent safe to use with pets?

Get Off My Garden is approved for use under the Control Of Pesticides Regulations 1986.

As well as this, registered UK charity, The Fox Project, has conducted many tests on fox repellent products and praised Get Off My Garden for its effectiveness in deterring foxes whilst also being very safe without any nasty side effects to animals.

Normal precautions, such as keeping out of reach of children and away from pet food should be taken.


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Fox Deterrent Wall and Fence Spikes

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Wall & fence deterrent spikes

Anti-climb fence and wall spikes are an excellent low cost way of helping to keep foxes out of your garden.

Please note however, that although they are very useful, they should not be the ONLY method you use to repel foxes.

They should be used in conjunction with your favoured scent-based fox repellent or motion activated deterrent.

The fence spikes come in a variety of colours and should be chosen according to your own personal preference in keeping with your walls and fences.

My fences and walls are a reddish brown, so i have inconspicuous brown coloured spikes. The spikes are made of a heavy duty rigid plastic and are surprisingly durable.

They are available in a range of lengths so it is up to you how much you need depending on the size of your garden.

As they are inexpensive, it’s probably best to get a little more than you think you need, in case you install the spikes then realise that they are also needed somewhere that wasn’t initially obvious.

Use screws or superglue to attach the fence spikes

The spikes arrive in strips of three with each section being around 450mm long and 45mm wide.

If you have a thinner fence, the strips can easily be cut down to one row (15mm wide) or two rows (30mm), so they are quite flexible depending on your needs.

There are screw holes along each strip so these can be nailed, screwed or fixed with strong adhesive, depending on your preference.

Using screws is maybe marginally more secure, but a strong superglue will do the trick and probably makes the job a bit quicker.

Please note that in addition to repelling foxes, many people use fence spikes in order to stop cats and also stopping pigeons from settling on the tops of walls and fences.

So it’s worth bearing in mind that it might not just be foxes that are affected by the spikes.

Successful fox deterrent means finding where the fox gains access

An important thing that many people do not do, is to investigate where the fox gets access to your garden. A fox will normally jump over a wall or fence in the same place each time.

If you can work out where this is (footprints in the mud, scratches on fence or you’ve actually seen it), then this is the area you must target with the spikes.

Obviously try to identify any other places the fox might seek to gain access, but by placing spikes at the point where the fox normally vaults up onto the fence or wall, the fox’s routine will be severely disrupted.

Install the fence spikes, keep an eye on the results and then install them elsewhere if necessary.

Remember that a fox’s behaviour cannot be changed overnight (however much you want it to!) and it takes time, patience and adaptability to successfully deter them from your garden.

Fence wall spike deterrents come in a range of colours

I recommend the fence wall spikes manufactured by Cactus Products Ltd, who are a Hartlepool-based company with a strong background in injection based moulding.

They have a long tradition of trading successfully through Amazon and the products are well-packaged and always arrive promptly.


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The Top 5 Cat Repellents

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With around 10 million cats living in the UK, a large number of us inevitably cross paths with them on a regular basis.

Although such a high cat population means the UK is often referred to as a cat-loving nation, the fact is a majority of British households don’t actually own a cat.

Common cat problems for non-cat owners

As many feline-free households know, not having your own cat practically gives a green light to the neighbourhood cats to use your garden as a litter tray, battleground and many other frustrating issues.

This article will help you identify the best products to keep cats out of your garden and put a stop to many of the common cat-related problems below:

  • Killing birds
  • Digging up plants and flowerbeds
  • Mass pooing
  • Teasing or over-exciting dogs
  • Attacking small pets
  • Fighting each other noisily
  • Urinating and discolouring your lawn
  • Vomiting on your lawn/ patio/flowerbeds
  • You’re allergic to cats
  • You simply don’t like cats

All the cat deterrents in the list below work in slightly different ways and have been selected due to being the best of their type.

This gives you the best chance of finding a cat deterrent that suits your budget and garden, while doing the important job of keeping cats away effectively.

#1 – CatWatch Ultrasonic Cat Deterrent

CatWatch Ultrasonic Cat Deterrent

This highly impressive little unit sits in your garden and lets out 3 high-pitched bursts of noise each time a cat crosses it’s motion sensor.

As cats are very easily scared by loud and unexpected noises, the CatWatch is very effective at sending cats running for cover and out of your garden once they trigger the alarm.

The CatWatch underwent a comprehensive a 2 year study testing the unit, which was funded by the RSPB.

The results were very favourable and the RSPB recommends the CatWatch on it’s website as the only ultrasonic cat deterrent device to use.


“The CatWatch will reduce the number and duration of cat visits to gardens and thus may help to protect birds.”
– The RSPB

Powered by mains adapter (included) or a Duracell 9 Volt battery, the CatWatch provides a straightforward solution to your cat problems without requiring you to be constantly in your garden checking on the situation.

Made in the UK. Extensively tested on the UK’s cats. Thoroughly recommended.

THE CATWATCH SUMMARY

  • Easy to set up in under 5 mins. Just position in your garden and switch on.
  • Deters cats 24 hours a day whether you’re at home or not.
  • Protect an area of up to 125sqm (1350sqft).
  • The sound doesn’t affect dogs and is inaudible to humans.
  • Recommended by the RSPB as a way of protecting birds.
  • Includes mains adapter and set-up instructions.
  • Made in the UK.
  • Free delivery and 2 year manufacturer’s guarantee.
  • Price: £69.95

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#2 – ScareCrow Motion Activated Sprinkler

Scarecrow Motion Activated Sprinkler

The Water ScareCrow is a automatic sprinkler unit that connects to a hosepipe and sprays out a jet of water when something crosses it’s motion sensor.

The ScareCrow is marketed as a general animal deterrent but it’s very popular as a way of keeping cats out of the garden.

Cats hate water, so this sprinkler acts a great deterrent that quickly tells them your garden is off-limits.

Additionally, the sound and movement it makes as it springs into action also succeeds in giving cats a fright.

Even though the sensitivity of the ScareCrow is adjustable, it’s worth noting that the unit doesn’t discriminate between cats, dogs, birds or children when triggered, so if you have dogs or small children, it may not be suitable.

The most robust of all motion activated sprinklers available and absolutely recommended for deterring cats, bearing in mind the points above.

THE SCARECROW SUMMARY

  • Jet of water very effective at scaring cats.
  • Easy set up. Just position and connect to hosepipe.
  • Adjustable sensitivity controls and ability to switch it off.
  • Will spray other animals and humans.
  • Requires an outside tap.
  • 2 year warranty and 9 Volt battery included.
  • Price: RRP £49.95

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Prickle Strip Dig Stopper

Prickle Strip Dig Stopper

The Dig Stopper is aimed at people who have problems with cats digging and pooing in their flowerbeds.

Simple 2m rolls of small plastic spikes that can be secured in the ground with tent pegs, the Dig Stopper creates a prickly terrain that cats don’t want to put their paws on or sit their bums on.

The Dig Stopper is also popular for installing at the bottom of a wall or fence where cats tend to jump down into gardens.

The spikes are effective because cats have sensitive pads on their feet, making the plastic spikes too painful to walk on. This results in cats avoiding the areas where they are installed.

If you want to protect flowerbeds and know the specific places cats jump down into your garden then the Dig Stopper Prickle Strips are absolutely recommended.

DIG STOPPER SUMMARY

  • Deters cats by creating spiky and uncomfortable terrain.
  • Good for protecting borders from pooing and digging.
  • Come in rolls approx 28cm wide, 200cm (2m) long.
  • Easy to cut or join together to suit your garden.
  • Not harmful to cats or other wildlife.
  • Price: RRP £9.99 per roll

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Cat Scarer Silhouettes

Metal Cat Scarer SilhouettesThe Cat Scarers are black metal silhouettes that contain spikes to stick them upright into lawns or flowerbeds.

They also have marble eyes which replicates the tapetum (the shiny part of a cat’s eye), which is especially useful for repelling cats at night.

The Silhouettes are useful deterrents for those who have a specific area of the garden that needs protecting and want to do it in an eco-friendly way, without worrying about electronics or changing batteries.

The most effective of the three silhouettes is the cat with the arched back and kinked tail (left, in picture above).

The arched back is a classic defensive position and indicates that a cat is ready to attack.

Installing a few arched-back cat silhouettes around your garden is a great way of putting the neighbourhood cats on edge and deciding not to come into your garden.

A shame manufacturers don’t make arched-back only sets, but this 3 pack is a useful addition to your cat deterrent arsenal.

CAT SCARERS SUMMARY

  • Pack of 3 that replicates cat shapes and eyes.
  • Good for protecting flowerbeds, vegetable patches and small lawns.
  • Marble eyes useful as a night deterrent.
  • Easy to install by press spikes into the ground
  • Arched-back cat creates sense of danger.
  • Price: RRP £26

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Get Off My Garden

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Get Off My Garden is a scent-based jelly that is excellent for treating small problem areas where cats keep fouling and digging.

Many people who don’t have cats find that their garden becomes a litter tray for the neighbourhood cats, and the cats often seem to poo in the same places.

By cleaning up the poo and putting some Get Off down in it’s place, you will start to see a reduction in cats fouling in your garden.

The main repelling ingredients are citronella and methyl nonyl ketone, both of which cats really dislike.

Get Off is not going to keep cats out of your garden completely, but with patience and fairly regular applications, you will notice a reduction in fouling.

It’s a good cost effective repellent that works very well in conjunction with one of the more substantial deterrent devices mentioned above.

Recommended for small scale fouling and pooing, but not really suitable if you have dogs as they also dislike citronella.

GET OFF SUMMARY

  • Contains citronella which cats hate the smell of.
  • Mixes in well with soil to prevent pooing and digging.
  • Great for small gardens or flowerbeds.
  • Biodegradable and easy to apply.
  • Not harmful to wildlife but affects cats, dogs and foxes.
  • Price: RRP £7.95 per 500g bottle

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Get Off Fox Repellent Spray

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Get off My Garden Spray Repellent for foxes

A very popular and low budget fox deterrent is Get Off Fox Repellent Spray, manufactured under the ‘Vapet’ range by Spotless Punch Ltd.

Don’t let the fact that it is officially labelled as being for ‘cats and dogs’ put you off purchasing as this product can deal with foxes too.

Get Off Spray comes in a 500ml container with a hand grip and spray nozzle, much like a bottle of window cleaner or anti-bacterial surface spray.

If you have a problem with foxes fouling or digging up your garden, then this can be a very effective repellent, particularly if you have a small garden or problem area.

How do i use Get Off Fox Repellent Spray?

One of the reasons this deterrent is so popular is because it’s so easy to use. Simply snap off the plastic seal on the nozzle and it’s ready to be sprayed.

For best results, make sure any fox poo has been removed from your garden or other area you are about to spray.

Foxes use excrement as a way of marking their territory, so you need to make sure all trace of it is gone before you spray.

You may have found in the past that just removing fox poo without putting down repellent only results in the fox replacing it the next night!

Once the fox faeces has been completely removed, spray the Get Off fox repellent 2 or 3 times on the previously fouled area.

If this application doesn’t work first time, you may need to repeat the application every 12 hours for several days before it takes effect.

Get Off can handle some light showers, however you will need to reapply after heavy rainfall for maximum effectiveness.

The fox (and any other animals) will soon learn that the areas it has fouled in previously are now no longer desirable. Also, ensure to repeat application after heavy rainfall.

How does Get Off Fox Repellent Spray work?

The main ingredient in Get Off Spray that works to repel foxes is Methyl Nonyl Ketone. MNK is a liquid that occurs naturally in ginger and bananas, but when extracted it gives off a very strong odour meaning it has been used in many insect and animal repellents.

It works in a similar way to citronella and confuses the sense of smell of the fox. Foxes place great importance on their sense of smell to detect danger and the spray makes them keep away rather than stray into a territory they cannot properly assess with their nose.

Is Get Off Fox Repellent Spray safe to use?

Under the Control of Pesticides Regulations 1986, all animal repellents sold in the UK must adhere to its guidelines and Get Off Spray is manufactured and sold to comply with these standards, having been approved for use by the Health & Safety Executive (HSE).

The usual common sense precautions still apply however, such as keeping out of reach of children, avoiding contact with eyes and washing hands after use.

Get Off Repellent Spray is not harmful to pets and can keep for up to 5 years, so it can be kept for a fairly considerable amount of time if you do find you need to use it again.

Get Off is very useful and effective if you have a small garden, but for larger gardens you may be better off getting Scoot Fox Repellent or the FoxWatch Fox Deterrent.


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Prowling Fox Garden Ornament Deterrent

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Prowling Fox Ornament for deterring foxes

I imagine that the idea of deterring foxes by placing a life-sized ornament of a fox in your garden had not occurred to you? Well that’s understandable, particularly if you are not especially fond of these creatures. However, placing a realistic-looking fox in your garden could be an ingenious way of keeping real ones away because of the mindset and behaviour traits of foxes in the wild.

Foxes are very territorial which is one of the main reasons for them fouling and spraying in your garden. It’s also an important reason of the side who argue against fox culling. Remove a fox from a territory and another one will simply move in and take it’s place.

Now these ornamental foxes are a similar size to a large fox and, if used in the correct way, are an excellent fox repellent device.

These particular ones are made by a UK-based company called Vivid Arts and have been designed with incredible attention to detail.

The fur has been expertly hand painted, giving the impression of deep texture and looks incredibly realistic. The real strength of these ornamental foxes though are the eyes.

Foxes are acutely aware of being ‘watched’ and the reflection of light off of eyes causes an incredibly powerful effect. Anyone who has driven into their driveway at night catching their headlights on the eyes of a cat will know exactly what I mean.

The eyes on the ornamental fox have been impeccably designed and glint and gleam in the same way. It’s almost eerie how lifelike they are.

Creepiness aside, this is great for causing doubt, fear and suspicion in the foxes coming into your garden. Foxes are notorious for wanting to avoid conflict and are more likely to move on to another area rather than risk an encounter with a rival.

Prowling fox ornament for deterring foxes from the garden

I believe that the best way to use these ornaments to deter foxes is in conjunction with Scoot Fox Repellent, a very popular scent-based deterrent that confuses the fox’s sense of smell and gives the impression that another predator has claimed the territory.

As many of you will already know, a fox uses it’s nose at all times to detect food, orientation and danger, so spraying Scoot on and around the ornamental fox will add a realistic smell to it’s lifelike appearance.

The Prowling Fox Garden Ornament is weatherproof so can sit comfortably in your garden without being destroyed by the elements.

I recommend placing it on the edge of shrubbery or a flower bed to slightly obscure it, creating even more wariness in local foxes.

Spray it on a semi-regular basis with Scoot and you’ve got yourself a very effective fox deterrent.


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