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I am a chemist. The napthalene in mothballs is not only a poison to moths but other animals as well (like dogs and cats). So you may be keeping the feral cats away permanently. Please consider a more humane option like calling animal control or the local humane society.
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Does mothballs keep cats away?
Because they can be fatal if ingested, mothballs are not a safe choice to deter cats. Two safer alternatives are vinegar and ammonia.
Does mothballs keep dogs away?
No. moth balls only keep moths away. try again...
Will mothballs chase away wasps?
While it is not proven that mothballs will keep wasps away, there is evidence that they do. Mothballs also seem to keep small rodents away too.
Do mothballs keep squirrels away?
Yes, mothballs keep pigeons (Columbidae clade) away. They do not provide healthy, safe interactions for many birds because of their sheltering two environmentally problematic chemicals: dichlorobenzene and naphthalene.
Do moth balls keep stray cats away?
Moth balls are POISONOUS to cats! Bad idea!
Does mothballs keep pigeon away?
They will but there are more effective control measures for them such as addressing the areas where they roost.
Will mothballs kill Stink bugs?
No-chigers are outside & too much ventilation.
What is the difference between feral and domestic cats?
Feral means wild, like a bobcat or a lion or something. Domestic cats are like cats you keep as pets.
Why are feral cats bad?
Feral cats, while not "bad", can become a nuisance if they are allowed to breed unchecked and can develop very large colonies. Feral cat colonies can be found in many countries, and are often found in urban areas as it is easier to find food there. While many feral cats are wary of humans and tend to keep their distance, there is a problem with never knowing what infections or viruses a cat may be carrying, such as rabies. This can also be a problem with other cats, also. Some virus can be spread to other non-vaccinated cats, whether feral or domestic pets. However, some places have developed schemes which catches feral cats in order to neuter, vaccinate, and generally check the health of the cat. These keep the populations in check, and ensure that the cats are generally healthy and are unlikely to pass any illness onto another cat or person.
Will mothballs keep away snakes?
Responses from our users:Yes, they will; snakes can't stand the smell of mothballs because they smell poisonous.Yes, I used them with great results!
Can you use Clorox to keep away cats?
You should not use Clorox or any type of bleach to keep cats away. Clorox and bleach are poisonous and can kill the cats.
Does vinegar keep cats away?
i would say so. i have 3 cats, but im not gonna try that on them.
