How to use Radio 4 as a fox deterrent
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
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!
