On occasion, we have observed severe problems with very aggressive or determined rats. They may have marked their territory, are hormonally driven, and have a strong drive to preserve their adopted home. In these cases, a broader approach is necessary to persuade them to nest elsewhere.
Unfortunately, getting rid of pack rat problems is not a one-step process, but it is often a continuing process of control and elimination. Some female pack rats have been known to deliver up to five litters per year with each litter having as many as five young. The offspring may open their eyes between 10 and 12 days after being born and are usually weaned between 14 and 42 days. After around 60 days, most become sexually mature.
So, here are a few suggestions to help
"Send 'em packing":
Things that don't work:
Dryer sheets. The odor does not repel them.
Mothballs. They're toxic to both humans and animals.
Poison bait. It's the bait! It attracts them and in turn kills their predators and is a danger to your pets. It may also take several days for the poison to work giving them time to re-invade your car.
By following all the
Things that don't work:
Dryer sheets. The odor does not repel them.
Mothballs. They're toxic to both humans and animals.
Poison bait. It's the bait! It attracts them and in turn kills their predators and is a danger to your pets. It may also take several days for the poison to work giving them time to re-invade your car.
By following all the above steps you can get your packrat problems under control!
Birth control for roof rats could slow the spread of destructive pests.
A product called ContraPest is made by an Arizona company SenesTech. It is a liquid substance that renders both male and female rats infertile for anywhere from two to six months.
This sounds like a good long-term solution, I will try to get more information soon.
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