Barbara has written professionally for more than two decades. In the past five years, she has specialized in creating real estate and home improvement content. Besides writing for Forbes Home, she ...

Cayenne pepper does irritate and deter squirrels, but it is not the most effective method for keeping them away. The most effective deterrent for squirrels is to take away the things attracting them ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Sure, they’re cute and can make us laugh with their acrobatic antics, but squirrels are a menace to both our gardens and our homes ...

Squirrels are adorable little creatures small in size with bushy tails, but when they start to dig up your garden or move into your attic, their cuteness is quickly overshadowed by concern. While a ...

NORTH CANTON – It was late in the night and Desiree Givens' 13-year-old heard unusual noises outside. "It sounded like a bat caught in the garage," Givens said. They heard more noises but found only ...

An attractive yard for birds and squirrels may also lure slithering guests.

With rising temperatures in Connecticut, pest control firms like Richland Pest and Bee Control report a surge in squirrel ...

La Jolla is known for its seals, seagulls and sea lions, as well as many other animal families that live along the coast. But one in particular has the city of San Diego taking steps to try to reduce ...

Squirrels, a near ubiquitous rodent and a common sight on lawns across Connecticut, can become a nuisance when they invade homes and nest in attics or chimneys, gnaw through electrical wiring and ...

A garden with wildlife and insects is a healthy one, but sometimes certain animals can turn from beneficial creatures into annoying pests. Squirrels usually fall under this category. If you've been ...