answersLogoWhite

0

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

User Avatar

Wiki User

14y ago

What else can I help you with?

Continue Learning about Zoology

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.


Can mothballs keep squirrels away?

Mothballs are not effective in repelling squirrels. Squirrels may actually be attracted to the strong odor of mothballs. It's best to use other squirrel repellents or humane deterrent methods to keep them away.


Will moth balls effect a canines scent?

Yes, mothballs can have a strong smell that may mask a dog's ability to detect scents. Ingesting mothballs can also be toxic to dogs and cause serious health issues. It is important to keep mothballs out of reach of pets to prevent ingestion and potential harm.


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!


Do mothballs keep bees away?

Mothballs ineffective Animal's arent "repeled" from mothballs, but they may avoid (step over) them, if they were just placed there. Naphthalene and Paradichlorobenzene sublimate quickly, so for extended periods of time in the outdoors the chemical's would be so dilute. I even doubt they would be so much as unpleasent to animal's unless you fertilze your lawn with them. My answer is pretty much no. PLUS, if you place them near your house (say, under your deck or in an attached shed), chances are excellent YOU will be repelled by the odor, and will be constantly compelled to think about long days spent in your elderly aunt's attic (which, unless she stashed the cash she bequeathed to you up there, is/was not a pleasant experience). Now, we need an answer on "how long do mothballs take to decay?"Answer 2:Mothballs DO repel some animals. When used as intended they repel or kill insects such as moths and silverfish. There is some evidence they repel snakes and keep away mice or other pests.

Related Questions

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 mothballs keep feral cats away?

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.


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.


When was Keep the Dogs Away created?

Keep the Dogs Away was created in 1977.


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.


Can mothballs keep squirrels away?

Mothballs are not effective in repelling squirrels. Squirrels may actually be attracted to the strong odor of mothballs. It's best to use other squirrel repellents or humane deterrent methods to keep them away.


What happens if you don't put enough baking soda in the mothballs?

the mothballs will fly away


Can mothballs destroy an engine?

Mothballs contain chemicals like naphthalene or paradichlorobenzene, which can be harmful to engines if ingested or if they contaminate fuel systems. If mothballs are accidentally introduced into an engine, they can clog filters and fuel lines, potentially causing damage or malfunction. It's important to keep mothballs away from any engine components to prevent such issues.


Will moth balls effect a canines scent?

Yes, mothballs can have a strong smell that may mask a dog's ability to detect scents. Ingesting mothballs can also be toxic to dogs and cause serious health issues. It is important to keep mothballs out of reach of pets to prevent ingestion and potential harm.


Will moth flakes deter skunks?

Spreading mothballs around an area will keep skunks away. They can be spread around a home, porch, or even garden.