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Does mothballs keep dogs away

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No. moth balls only keep moths away. try again...

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Mothballs have a very strong unpleasant scent. This would tend to keep dogs, cats, rabbits, deer and any animal that can smell away from an area.

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No, mothballs do not deter raccoons.

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