tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10030414976509872302024-02-08T03:20:29.209-08:00squirrel feederFreddahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16771141283729803288noreply@blogger.comBlogger114125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003041497650987230.post-18437325004623939772010-01-19T23:56:00.003-08:002010-01-19T23:56:54.078-08:00What can I put near my bird feeders to keep squirrels away?Is there something I can plant, or some other chemical I can put out near my bird feeders to keep squirrels away?<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />We have a lot of squirrels around here, and I have had several bird feeders ruined by these long-tailed monsters.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />(I hate squirrels. Whenever I see one of those things run over in the road, I think, ';good.'; The only reason why people don't treat them like rats is because of those long tails. Those tails are their PR.)<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />So, any suggestions? Plants or chemicals that are harmless to birds, but will frighten squirrels away?What can I put near my bird feeders to keep squirrels away?<br >Wow. I totally disagree.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />I think you should feed the squirrels, too. If you use squirrel guards and baffles they will find other food - like eggs, fledglings and unsuspecting hens sitting on nests.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />I'd rather feed them, then have them eating the birds.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />There are squirrel proof feeders and squirrel feeders available - some of them are even entertaining for humans.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Killing squirrels is pointless. New ones will move in within days.What can I put near my bird feeders to keep squirrels away?<br >One thing you can do is put a mesh over your bird feeder. That will work well if you have a platform feeder. You can also buy squirrel proof feeders. Many online sites sell them. Some people also use grease on the pole so the squirrel slides down and can't get up on the feeder. Another option is to give the squirrels their own food so they don't eat the seeds. There are also some sprays you can buy online that deter squirrels but don't deter or hurt birds. Hope at least one of those things I mentioned helps you out.<br >My dad hates squirrels too for the same reason so he put a big circle of sheet metal on the bottom and top of his feeders. He's been doing this for several years and the squirrels haven't figured it out yet.Freddahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16771141283729803288noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003041497650987230.post-26138661946284057242010-01-19T23:56:00.002-08:002010-01-19T23:56:38.059-08:00Do you play tricks on the squirrels when they get into the bird feeders?My neigbor and I glued English Walnuts around the feeder in a circle and then took video of the squirrels trying to run away with them.Do you play tricks on the squirrels when they get into the bird feeders?<br >here's a trick I would like to play on the squirrels in my yard.<br><br /><br />http://my.break.com/media/view.aspx?Cont鈥?/a>Do you play tricks on the squirrels when they get into the bird feeders?<br >Hey, that's funny! Publish it to the web so we can see it!<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />We don't have any bird feeders, but when squirrels come by our yard to bury their treasures, we (my brothers and I) usually run out after it, trying to shoot it with airsoft guns. We've hit it a few times but it comes back even more often now. Stupid squirrel.<br >I put cayenne on the seeds, doesn't bother the birds but the squirrels don't like it.<br >No. If they are willing to go through all that trouble to ge a meal, why bother them.<br><br /><br /> i used to get upset but ,. what the heck, they get hungry too.<br >my cats kill squirrels..........my cats are so mean.<li><a href='http://bumble-and-bumble-k.blogspot.com/'>bumble and bumble</a></li>Freddahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16771141283729803288noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003041497650987230.post-17601774444428504742010-01-19T23:56:00.001-08:002010-01-19T23:56:21.932-08:00I have started a bird sanctuary in my backyard but now the squirrels have discovered my feeders....?the little fuzzy tailed rats leave little or nothing for the birds plus they chew holes in my seed storage bins. any help you can give will be deeply appreciated.I have started a bird sanctuary in my backyard but now the squirrels have discovered my feeders....?<br >We buy bullets without any powder (or whatever is used in them). We shoot the little buggers. (We have pecan trees in our back yard and the little buggers bite into them just enough to ruin them). The cats next door enjoy eating their brains.I have started a bird sanctuary in my backyard but now the squirrels have discovered my feeders....?<br >Put feeders on the tops of poles away from trees so the squirrels can't climb to get to them. Keep the seed in metal containers with tops that can't be opened by squirrels.<br >There are a variety of products sold for squirrel deterrence. Put the feeders on poles and put a ';squirrel guard'; on the pole...it is like an inverted dish that makes it hard for them to climb the pole. Metal trash cans with lids for seed storage.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Also consider putting up some squirrel feeders on the trees...if you make it a hassle for them to eat the bird food AND provide them with their own food supply problem solved...and you'll have more friends to entertain you in your yard.<br >There is no way to completely stop these tree rats but squirrel proof bird feeders do a good job. They sell them at Home Depot<br >put your bird feeders on poles away from anything a squirrel can jump from. if the squirrels decide to climb up the pole, put vaseline on it. sounds silly, but it works.Freddahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16771141283729803288noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003041497650987230.post-89831080015593942372010-01-19T23:56:00.000-08:002010-01-19T23:56:05.218-08:00Metal pole with bird feeders on it..how to keep squirrels from climbing up and eating all food?I have put vaseline on pole..but it wears off too fast...Metal pole with bird feeders on it..how to keep squirrels from climbing up and eating all food?<br >This is from Birds and Blooms Mag. Simply drill a hole in bottom of a plastic planter and slip it on the pole top-down below the feeder. Then sit back and watch as the squirrels try to climb the pole. If you can find this magazine their are quite a few other ideas to try.Metal pole with bird feeders on it..how to keep squirrels from climbing up and eating all food?<br >they make a device i'm not sure what it is called but it looks like the thing they put on a dog when it has wound to keep it from chewing on the bandages it acts as a obstacle they can't get around to get to the bird feeders.<br >over the birder feeder drill a hole in a pie pan and put it through the string over the feeder. when the squirrel jumps on it it wiil fall of.<br >they make squirrle baffles. they are these large metal or plastic funnel looking things that go around a bird feeder pole that keeps them from climbing to the top. about 20 bucks or less. depending..Freddahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16771141283729803288noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003041497650987230.post-22079106109377927412010-01-19T23:55:00.003-08:002010-01-19T23:55:49.909-08:00How can i keep squirrels and crows out of my bird feeders?I have to agree with the first poster. Unfortunately, after trying for MANY years, I have never found a Squirrel proof feeder. Even the ones that have claimed to figure it out. My husband and I have spent lots of $$$ on these feeders and we finally just gave up, took them down and put up a Squirrel feeder! LOL. They love it. We are much less frustrated now. And, we still get many birds in our garden all year long! Woodpeckers, Doves, Hummingbirds, Robins, Blue Jays, Sparrows not to mention an Owl from our neighbors barn and a resident Hawk. <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />We've never had a problem with Crows in our feeders so I can't advise you on that.How can i keep squirrels and crows out of my bird feeders?<br >Glenda,<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Having experience with this, I can only advise two ways and neither is without cost. First invest in birdfeeders that have small opening so that the smaller birds have to enter the feeder to get to the seeds. Secondly mount your bird feeder on a narrow round (slippery) metal pole at least 8 feet long. Be sure you are at least 10 feet from the nearest tree branch. Depending on the material you may have to keep the pole greased. This means crows can't get to the seed and squirrels can get to the feeder and destroy it. We live in the country and have more than enough crows and squirrels. The only advantage is that there is a hunting season on both culprits. Don't waste your money on so called squirrel proof feeders, they will eventually destroy them and get what they want. Good Luck.How can i keep squirrels and crows out of my bird feeders?<br >Boy, if you find out let me know. There are plenty of expensive feeders that claim to be squirrel proof. There are hints on how to do this on DIY sites. But, in the end, they just keep hogging that food.<br >Home Depot has a squirrel proof bird feeder. And as far as the crows go, get feeders that are to little for the crow to get their beak into.<br >buy a pellet gun and kill emFreddahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16771141283729803288noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003041497650987230.post-20129208010162623622010-01-19T23:55:00.002-08:002010-01-19T23:55:33.502-08:00Keeping squirrels out of bird feeders...?Anyone know of a homemade-squirrel proof bird feeder? And..any type of food (not poison) i can put in the bird feeder that would keep the buggers out. ?Keeping squirrels out of bird feeders...?<br >If the feeder is on a pole you can try to to install a metal cone under the feeder and that will keep the squirrels away. They also make a feeder that you can set the perch to close off the food supply off if something heavier than a bird gets on it. Just do a google search for squirrel proof bird feeders and you will find a place to purchase them.Keeping squirrels out of bird feeders...?<br >Good luck with that. a hungry squirrel is a very determined and resourceful creature. I have seen them defeat every obstacle ever sold in stores although they devices do slow them down considerablyFreddahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16771141283729803288noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003041497650987230.post-79958446309532572302010-01-19T23:55:00.001-08:002010-01-19T23:55:17.018-08:00I have ninja squirrels in my yard any tips on how to keep them away from the bird feeders?I have tried squirrel proof feeders, the feeder poles but the darn squirrels keep getting the bird feeders HELP!!!!!I have ninja squirrels in my yard any tips on how to keep them away from the bird feeders?<br >Go online and look up a ';no no'; bird feeder. It is the only thing I can use to keep the squirrels from consuming a whole feeder of seed in a day. They can get on the feeder and get a few seeds but nothing like beforeI have ninja squirrels in my yard any tips on how to keep them away from the bird feeders?<br >There are specially designed bird feeders which are supposed to be 'squirrel-proof'.<br><br /><br />I would check out a local hardware store or Lee Valley.<br><br /><br />I had a landlady who kept working at squirrel proofing her bird feeders. Her systems worked for about 24 hours, each. I'd swear the squirrels would go back to their hole and get to the drafting board to design a system to outsmart her.<br><br /><br />I guess you have to just be one step ahead of them. I think one system I have seen has a cover that will tip the squirrel off and away from the feeder.<br >Im from Texas its called a SHOTGUNFreddahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16771141283729803288noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003041497650987230.post-37806768755064950692010-01-19T23:55:00.000-08:002010-01-19T23:55:01.011-08:00Why do squirrels eat all of the food in bird feeders?Food good, yum... ;)Why do squirrels eat all of the food in bird feeders?<br >They are just greedy, i feed them as well by throwing peanuts and biscuits on the ground , they will finish it and still go for the feeders. We have a long pole that you can buy from Garden centres and then fit different size hooks to hang the feeders on, we have one and we smeared the pole with Vaseline, grease etc and now the squirrells cannot get to the feeders, they slip off, quite funny to watch.:))Why do squirrels eat all of the food in bird feeders?<br >quite simply because they can!<br >they love sunflower seeds.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />%26amp;<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />you didn't put out any squirrel food.<br >Because they're hungry.<br >they don't quit lying<li><a href='http://bumble-and-bumble-k.blogspot.com/'>bumble and bumble</a></li>Freddahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16771141283729803288noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003041497650987230.post-57187246895564330632010-01-19T23:54:00.002-08:002010-01-19T23:54:45.116-08:00Squirrels at the bird feeders?I had two bird feeders hanging from a fir tree in front of my apartment. I really enjoy watching the birds. Needless to say, a couple of squirrels liked the situation. One feeder pretty much got destroyed. I enjoy the antics of the squirrels and my husband hates their destructive nature and chases them away. I had to throw out the smaller feeder because it got so damaged. He took the second feeder down because the squirrels kept going for it. Any ideas? I don't want to harm the squirrels. Thanks!Squirrels at the bird feeders?<br >Squirrels are curious and inventive when it come to figuring out ways to get to a bird feeder. The only way to beat them is to place the bird feeder on top of a polished metal pole with a blocking collar at least 24 inches wide just below the feeder. You then have to grease the pole to make it extra slippery so the squirrels can't get up the pole and gain enough traction to jump to the edge of the collar and make their way around it. You also have to maintain it in its greased and polished state. It is almost as much fun to watch the squirrels try and get up the pole and around the collar as it is to watch the birds feeding.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Good luck.Squirrels at the bird feeders?<br >You have to use squirrel proof feeders.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />You can also live trap them and take them to the park.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />I had the same problem and they chewed up everything. Feeders, trash can etc.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />had to trap and move them.<br >Get a polished metal pole with a hook at the top to hang it from that's less than 3/8 inch diameter and put it away from all trees.<br >There are bird feeders that close off the bird seed feed tray when a squirrel stands on it. The squirrel's weight closes it off. I don't know where to get them, but I'm sure with searching around you can find one.<br >My gray squirrels eat the seeds off the ground. They are well mannered and not destructive at all. But oh, those nasty red squirrels. They are into everything and they're very mean tempered.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />So here's my remedy -- works for me, but then I'm a country farm girl.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Take one BB gun. Load BBs. Aim at squirrel while it's trying to destroy bird feeder. FIRE right into mid-section of squirrel's body!<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />You will not kill the squirrel, but it does sting them quite badly. And they will not return to the scene of the crime!<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Addition: There is no such thing as a ';squirrel proof feeders.'; For all those recommending the kind that close down or dump when a heavy squirrel stands on them, the squirrels soon figure this out and then hang upside down and empty the feeders that way!<br >Go to Lowe's or Home Depot and ask them for the bird feeders that have a very skinny pole. They are ideal because the birds can still enjoy the feeders but the squirrels won't be able to get to it because they can't climb the pole.<br >you should buy a squirrel proof feeder and/or buy special squirrel chilli formula stuff that u mix with the food...it's what i do!<br >I have a couple of families of grey squirrels in my back garden and I have yet to find a ';squirrel proof'; bird feeder that does what it says on the packet. <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />My solution is to make bird feeders from 2 litre plastic drinks bottles and not care if they get trashed.<br >Try getting a statue of a larger animal. We use an owl. But, don't be fooled...the squirrels are clever. We have to move the owl around once in a while, or the squirrels get brave. Just be sure to put it on the ground, so you don't scare the birds, too.<br >Birds and mammals have one difference which can be exploited .. Birds are unable to taste the spicy hotness of food, whereas mammals taste the heat. Therefore many times you can solve your problems by putting hot pepper powder into the bird seed. This can be found at some farm supply stores.<br><br /><br />The squirrels should quickly learn that your food is too ';flamin' Hot'; for them, whereas birds actually enjoy hot peppers and pepper seeds.<br><br /><br />You can sometimes even use the powder as seasoning in your own food , assuming you like ';Hot Stuff!';<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />E-mail me for more sources of cayenne powder.<br >Squirrels may also help themselves to the contents of bird feeders, often not merely feeding, but carrying away the food to their hoard. There are various anti-squirrel devices available to thwart attempts by squirrels to raid bird feeders. Several manufacturers produce feeders with perches that collapse under the weight of anything heavier than a bird, or that use battery power to shock an intruder lightly or spin the perching area to fling it off.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Sometimes the placement of a separate and isolated squirrel feeder is the best way to keep squirrels away from bird feeders. Squirrel feeders typically offer a whole dried cob of corn, often at the top of a rotating stick to add a bit of amusement to their antics.<br >You'll probably just have to buy a ';squirrel proof'; feeder. The squirrel will still be able to get to the food, but at least it'll be more entertaining to watch them do it.<br >I know this may sound stupid but what about some kind of repellent? Nothing that would harm the birds but some type of food or obstacle that they cannot stand.<br >We bought a bird feeder that spins when there is too much weight on it (i.e. squirrels or fat birds) at our local ACE hardwareFreddahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16771141283729803288noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003041497650987230.post-73159806620037002842010-01-19T23:54:00.001-08:002010-01-19T23:54:29.030-08:00How to get rid of squirrels from bird feeders?shotgunHow to get rid of squirrels from bird feeders?<br >Smear the pole with vaselineHow to get rid of squirrels from bird feeders?<br >you dont<br >party balloons, pole, bird-feeder <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />simply blow up the balloons , tie them on a string, and wrap them around the pole leading up to the bird-feeder<br >put a block on the post that they use to climb up to the bird feeder. guy at the hardware store can probley help u.<br >shoot them<br >put vegetable oil on the pole so the squirrle slips or some sort of grease.<br >put out 2 or more squirrel feeders(can be purchased at walmart, very cheap) u feed them peanuts with the feeder<br >why would you want to squirrels are just as beautiful as birds are<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />good luck ;)Freddahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16771141283729803288noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003041497650987230.post-19934704535804782962010-01-19T23:54:00.000-08:002010-01-19T23:54:13.318-08:00Does anyone have a suggestion as to how to keep squirrels out of bird feeders?My grandmother sits at the window and squirts them with vinegar out of an old Windex bottle. She fill it with vinegar and squirts them when they climb up to the bird feeders. She also sprinkles some seed on the ground when she fills the feeders to deter them from climbing up at all. She also uses the Vaseline on the poles trick. Someone already mentioned that but my Gram says it's very entertaining to watch them slide back down!!!Does anyone have a suggestion as to how to keep squirrels out of bird feeders?<br >my dad put a flat tray on a long pole, and it worked for a while but now they jump *down* onto it from surrounding things.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />he also likes to just sprinkle bird-seed down the driveway thinly all over the place. this prevents birds from fighting over one or 2 piles (or one feeder) and squirrels have to work hard to gather up all the spilled seed so he birds get more seeds.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />he also sits there throwing rags at the squirrels, but that sort of thing is for old people!<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />(i'll tell him about the vasiline trick, lol!)Does anyone have a suggestion as to how to keep squirrels out of bird feeders?<br >If you have the slender pole that looks like a candy cane with the feeder at the end of the hook....there are baffles that you can add to the pole so the squirrel can't get up the pole....and make sure the feeder is at least 6 ft from the ground......<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />there is also feeders that have an opening of birds to sit on but when something as heave as a squirrel sits on it it closes and they can't ge the seeds....<br >The best method of Grey Squirrel control is the Kania Trap 2000. It is effective, humane kill, no re-locating. Place the trap 5-7 feet above the ground on a tree trunk, under eves, or in an attic away from children and non- target species. Best bait is peanut butter, or nuts in their shells.<br >i had the same problem. The solution is very simple. If it is a ground mounted feeder, make a pyramid shaped box with no bottom and somehow keep it high on the pole. This doesnt allow squirrels to climb up the feeder. If its a feeder hanging from a tree, try using a spray repellent<br >They actually have special bird feeders to keep squirrels out. My in-laws have one. Otherwise, try to hang to bird feeder far out on a limb with a long string attachment. Makes it harder for the squirrels to get to it. Good luck!<br >I know a lady who put Vasaline on the birdfeeder pole and the squirrels can climb it. I have used a spray at the base, but it has to be put on after it rains.<br >A 22. lol <br><br /><br />No, seriously, if there is an answer, I would like to know. Those pesky, things chew through anything. If they weren't so cute!!<br >they make these dome shaped things that you put over the feeder. im sure you can buy them at lowes or home depot<br >get a squirrel feeder.....<br >only use worms in the feeder...?Freddahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16771141283729803288noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003041497650987230.post-9173809371913044582010-01-19T23:53:00.002-08:002010-01-19T23:53:57.276-08:00Do Slinky's really work on bird feeders to keep the squirrels off of them?someone had told me to put a slinky on the pole that my bird feeder sits on and the squirrels can't get up there.Do Slinky's really work on bird feeders to keep the squirrels off of them?<br >My father uses valalene. they cannot climb it, they slide off it and cannot figure out how to work it. It doesn't wash off and they don't like the grease on their fir or paws. He hasn't had a problem since....even on the string to attach them to the tree! It is inexpensive and worth a shot.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Good luck<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />I personally have a squirrel proof feeder. Squirrels get on it they are too heavy and it closes. Anywhere they are on it.Do Slinky's really work on bird feeders to keep the squirrels off of them?<br >What is wrong with squirrels? Who feeds them?<br >Put a can baffle on your pole and move the pole away from anything that the squirrel can jump from to get to your feeder.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />I've never heard of using Slinkies, but I'll bet the squirrels would find a way around them. They're pretty crafty.<br >im sure the squirrel would just jump or crawl past them.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />move the feeder away from any over hanging trees, and put some 2ft wide aluminimum sheeting around the pole - it will be too slippery for the squirrels to climb up, and too wide for them to jump past.<br><br /><br />.<br >the squirrells learn how to slinky it is such a cool trick!<br >I have never heard of this before, but you risk the squirrel getting caught up in the slinky and dying which is ok if you dont care about squirrels. We used to oil the pole, it makes it too slippery to climb.Freddahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16771141283729803288noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003041497650987230.post-15758861906624567352010-01-19T23:53:00.001-08:002010-01-19T23:53:25.004-08:00Why did God design the squirrel to steal his food from bird feeders?That's right, Squirrel - you've got a free ticket to hell!Why did God design the squirrel to steal his food from bird feeders?<br >Perhaps the issue is that bird feeders were unintelligently designed by furless primates or flightless birds.<br><br /><br />--<br><br /><br />Oh, leave now, huh? FINE! ((((PENGUIN))))<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />I hope there's nothing missing from your bird feeder or house or bank account when you wake up. Squirrels control the whole financial institution you know.Why did God design the squirrel to steal his food from bird feeders?<br >sweet dreams<br >God feeds his animals, They all serve a purpose in life too. And no animal goes to hell.<br >I don't know, but if you figure it out, please let my Lab know. She's been trying to get to those damn squirrels for 2 years now...<br >My dad shoots squirrels that do that here.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />and my dad is a Great shot, he uses insects (bee's wasps etc.) for target practice.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />I'm a great shot too, but nothing compared to my dad.<br >Satan makes them do it.<br >GN.<li><a href='http://bumble-and-bumble-k.blogspot.com/'>bumble and bumble</a></li>Freddahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16771141283729803288noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003041497650987230.post-79019932259279791932010-01-19T23:53:00.000-08:002010-01-19T23:53:09.007-08:00Squirrels attacking small bird's tube feeder?I need a solution to stop the squirrels from climbing the thin iron Sheperd's pole .... after the small bird feeder. Any solutions? They climb the pole so easily and clean out the feed in no time flat. Thanks all for any suggestions.Squirrels attacking small bird's tube feeder?<br >put hot sause on itSquirrels attacking small bird's tube feeder?<br >Grease the pole?<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />The other option is some sort of baffle, typically a downward facing dish, cone or array of rods arrangement.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Placing the pole inside a larger plastic pipe may make it harder for them to climb, a really smooth surface may defeat them, as they can generally cling to anything with a texture, or anything they can get a grip around.<br >cover the ple with a smooth peice of plastic so when they tri to climb they slip.Freddahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16771141283729803288noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003041497650987230.post-5916870510317655862010-01-19T23:52:00.001-08:002010-01-19T23:52:53.271-08:00Why did God design the squirrel to steal his food from bird feeders?That's right, Squirrel - you've got a free ticket to hell!Why did God design the squirrel to steal his food from bird feeders?<br >Perhaps the issue is that bird feeders were unintelligently designed by furless primates or flightless birds.<br><br /><br />--<br><br /><br />Oh, leave now, huh? FINE! ((((PENGUIN))))<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />I hope there's nothing missing from your bird feeder or house or bank account when you wake up. Squirrels control the whole financial institution you know.Why did God design the squirrel to steal his food from bird feeders?<br >sweet dreams<br >God feeds his animals, They all serve a purpose in life too. And no animal goes to hell.<br >I don't know, but if you figure it out, please let my Lab know. She's been trying to get to those damn squirrels for 2 years now...<br >My dad shoots squirrels that do that here.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />and my dad is a Great shot, he uses insects (bee's wasps etc.) for target practice.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />I'm a great shot too, but nothing compared to my dad.<br >Satan makes them do it.<br >GN.Freddahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16771141283729803288noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003041497650987230.post-37440036707561018912010-01-19T23:52:00.000-08:002010-01-19T23:52:38.785-08:00How do you keep squirrels off the deck and away from the bird feeders?Well,if you insist on wanting squirrels to stop hanging out at theier favorite spot,why not make a deal with them?Gather up about 500 acorns and I`m sure whithin minutes they`ll see there`s other places to hang out too.How do you keep squirrels off the deck and away from the bird feeders?<br >put your bird feeder somewhere else! :)Freddahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16771141283729803288noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003041497650987230.post-57049484591872659762010-01-18T03:16:00.003-08:002010-01-18T03:16:51.613-08:00How do I keep the squirrels from climbing the tree to my bird feeders ?ACE hardware has a bird feeder that is impossible for squirles to get into.How do I keep the squirrels from climbing the tree to my bird feeders ?<br >There is a shield you can bye at a local hardware store or on-line.How do I keep the squirrels from climbing the tree to my bird feeders ?<br >Suspend the feeder from a branch, and place a shield above it so they can't climb down.Freddahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16771141283729803288noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003041497650987230.post-3122480712334970372010-01-18T03:16:00.002-08:002010-01-18T03:16:35.811-08:00How can I keep the squirrels out of my bird feeders (suet)?Make the holes for the food smaller so that only bird beaks can get it.How can I keep the squirrels out of my bird feeders (suet)?<br >22 MagnumHow can I keep the squirrels out of my bird feeders (suet)?<br >You need to make it so the squirrels can't reach the feeder, since they'll push it out of metal suet holders and destroy wooden ones to get at it.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />That means hanging the feeder from something inaccessible to squirrels. A shepherd's crook with a baffle works. If you don't mind renewing it constantly, so does a shepherd's crook with a film of Vaseline. (It won't hurt the squirrel to get it on its paws or fur as it tries to climb.)Freddahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16771141283729803288noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003041497650987230.post-10069461150617107022010-01-18T03:16:00.001-08:002010-01-18T03:16:19.247-08:00How to avoid squirrels off a bird feeder?This is what we did at my ex-boyfriend's house after consulting with the owners of our local wild birds store. It really worked.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />We mounted the bird feeder on a pole away from the trees so that the squirrels couldn't jump from above onto the feeder. Then we put a squirrel baffle beneath the feeder on the pole so that the squirrels couldn't climb up the pole to the feeder from below. There are baffles that look like a cylinder, but we used the kind that looks like a wide flat cone. The squirrels tried to climb up the pole but couldn't get over the lip of the baffle to resume climbing the pole from the other side. We mounted the feeder about 5 feet off the ground and the baffle below that but no lower than 4 feet.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />You can also get the special feeders where there is a special weighted perch. The birds are light enough not to set off the lever, but the squirrels are heavy enough to depress the lever and close off the opening to the seed. We found our way above cheaper and more effective. We had a simple platform feeder with a roof to keep the seed dry. You could combine the special feeder with the baffle if your yard is heavily wooded.How to avoid squirrels off a bird feeder?<br >Get a feeder that spins at the top (makes it harder for squirrels to get at the food).How to avoid squirrels off a bird feeder?<br >There are several methods and products shown on this site.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />http://www.pecanworld.com/SQUIRREL.htm<br >Hello Anupa -<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />I agree with the former poster -- there are squirrel-proof feeders; however, if this is impractical -- try a solution called ';Tangle foot'; which will keep rodent/squirrels/etc from crawling onto your feeder because the substance is so 'sticky'. The product is cheap -- and def. worth a try -- check it out, it probably will be the answer to your solution.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Good luck,<br><br /><br />Chris<br >sit back and pick them off with the 22 it works fine<br><br /><br />Tune in for the squirrel stew<br >my feeders are all on poles, we rubbed them with vasaline, also had fun watching the squirrels try to climb them, they can't.<br >Cayenne, or any other hot pepper seasoning...Birds do not have taste buds, but squirrels sure do....I use about 4-5 T's per 25 pounds...And it is funny to watch the squirrels expressions when they start digging into your birds feed..Works for me every time...<br >There are special ';squirrel proof'; bird feeders available, the best online source I know of being http://www.thebirdtable.co.uk/<br >mix red peeper with the food and give it to them. Then they will stop coming!!<br >There are some well-designed feeders out there that squirrels cannot get into. When they land on them, their weight ';closes'; the feeder. The only way to ';insure'; that they won't keep working at getting in is to put the feeder in a totally open area where the squirrels cannot jump DOWN onto it.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Otherwise, as long as you feed the birds, you're providing food for the squirrels. They'll never stop coming.<li><a href='http://bumble-and-bumble-k.blogspot.com/'>bumble and bumble</a></li>Freddahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16771141283729803288noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003041497650987230.post-70350613175225685492010-01-18T03:16:00.000-08:002010-01-18T03:16:03.281-08:00How do I keep squirrels from climbing on my bird feeders and eating all the feed?I LOVE the squirrels so it doesnt bother me when they eat the seeds...I just buy more.<br><br /><br />BUT..there are alot of things you can do.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />I posted a web site that can help you.<br><br /><br />:)How do I keep squirrels from climbing on my bird feeders and eating all the feed?<br >I just saw a product at Walfart that is a powder you sprinkle in the bird seed. Sfe for birds,squirrels stay away. Or soft air gun...lol j/kHow do I keep squirrels from climbing on my bird feeders and eating all the feed?<br >they make feeders that are squirrel proof I found them at walmart<br >Cover the feeders.<br >buy a squirell proof bird feeder (not the kind that fling the squirell) or set out peanuts and nuts elsewhere in your yard for the squirells<br >umm you dont ........they eat the same stuff so just get over it.<br >lol buy a bebe gun and make a example out of one of those suckers my father use to do it. oh we use to eat the squirrel for dinner lol no joke<br >Awwww.. poor squirrels are always left out. Give seperate bowl for them will ya?<br >Apply two or three rings of double-sided tape near the bottom of the pole or tree.<br >They make plastic things for that and they sell them everywhere. Like Walmart, hardware stores, etc.. Or you could just make your own by cutting out a circle of heavy plastic- like the bottom of a cheap pail, and putting it on the feeder post under the feeder. It makes the squirrel fall down.<br >You can check out this long guide at<br><br /><br />http://birdfeeders.101freeguide.com/Squi鈥?/a><br >Cut the bottom out of a plastic milk jug and put it midway between whatever the feeder is attached to and the feeder, with the open part facing the ground.<br >ok there is a special feeder called a squirrel proof feeder it flings the squirrel which can be entertaining but its like 60 $Freddahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16771141283729803288noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003041497650987230.post-48984119343515978542010-01-18T03:15:00.002-08:002010-01-18T03:15:47.077-08:00Whats the best way to keep the squirrels out of my bird feeders without harming them?Put piece of shinny tin around the pole. Then the squirrels won't be able to climb up to the feeder.Whats the best way to keep the squirrels out of my bird feeders without harming them?<br >Ok this works....Get some cayenne pepper or any other hot pepper and put it in your bird food...Birds do not have taste buds, but squirrels do!! I buy 20lbs. of bird feed at a time..Walmart has these little packets or just use your own hot pepper..I use 5 teaspoons for 20lbs. was using less but upped the dose when the squirrels came back. THEY don't come back anymore!!Whats the best way to keep the squirrels out of my bird feeders without harming them?<br >Um... call me over and let me harm them?<br >Try putting Vaseline on the pole below the feeder.<br >get the feeders that are squirrel proof.<br >I had this problem at my cabin in Colorado! The only thing that ever worked was to move the feeders to a slick location (such as a metal pole) or to another inacessible place (such as a long rope WAY far out on a limb). I also limited the openings on the feeders (w/ toothpicks), (no, not to poke them), so as to make it to where you REALLY needed a BEAK to reach the food. ALSO, (%26amp; I believe that this was the key to success) I provided a little house that was just FOR the sqirrels (filled w/ the same bird food. REALLY, REALLY worked!!!! (plus, I'm sure it made them feel special %26amp; loved.) If you can't beat them-join them! :)<br >we had this same problem, except with our chickens getting ontop of feeders. so we took a terricota round planter base, cut a small circle in the middle, and placed it upside down on the ';attatchment'; of the freeder. you may want to attatch a rope and tie a knot below the terricota planter base. the object of this is that when weight is applied to it (from squirrels sitting on top) it will tip. hopefully that wasnt too confusing ;)Freddahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16771141283729803288noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003041497650987230.post-87449243673863158442010-01-18T03:15:00.001-08:002010-01-18T03:15:31.081-08:00How do youkeep squirrels out of bird feeders?we have tried oil on pole, dome to keep them down on which they just jump up on. even put tin around one side of feeded. they just hang on itHow do youkeep squirrels out of bird feeders?<br >you need a feeder like the one on this link<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />View a movie of the<br><br /><br />Twirl-a-Squirrel鈩?in action!*<br><br /><br />http://www.birdquest.com/twirl.htmHow do youkeep squirrels out of bird feeders?<br >If you want squirrels to stop eating your wildbird seed simply add Cheyenne pepper to it. Enough to coat all the seed. I used this technique back in Texas about 1-2 table spoons per cup and tossed or shook to coat. Birds will not be affected as they have less taste buds but the squirrels will not eat it as they can not tolerate the heat/taste..It works and I didn't think it would either but once I noticed the squirrels were killing off baby birds in order to eat the seed I gave it a try.<br >Buy them their own squirrel food, and put it a ways away<br><br /><br />from the bird feeder,it must never be empty, so it will<br><br /><br />distract them from going up the bird feeder. Really, there<br><br /><br />might not be anything that can detour Squirrels from food<br><br /><br />anywhere. My suggestions is feed them.Freddahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16771141283729803288noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003041497650987230.post-85724318149780135902010-01-18T03:15:00.000-08:002010-01-18T03:15:15.402-08:00Help, my bird feeders have been taken over by squirrels. How can I keep them out?One feeder is standing on a pole and up they climb to get to the feeder. Have already tried WD-40 and vaseline on the pole. Didn't work. The other one is hanging from a branch in a tree and they climb the tree, walk on the branch and down the feeder to eat. Bird seed is costly and they are driving me nuts.<br><br /><br />Thanks in advance.Help, my bird feeders have been taken over by squirrels. How can I keep them out?<br >put red pepper into the bird feeder onto the seed<br><br /><br />the birds actually like the pepper taste and the squirrels hate it.<br><br /><br />there is a product called squirrel-off..... all it is - red peppers crushed.<br><br /><br />don't get it in your eyes.Help, my bird feeders have been taken over by squirrels. How can I keep them out?<br >You can purchase a metal baffle and attach it high enough from the ground so that they can not jump over it. Also have the feeder far enough away from a tree or some other thing that they can jump from.<br >Ah, one of the eternal frustrations of gardening. All I can tell you is that there are more than a few squirrel-busting devices available at most garden and feed stores; some work better than others.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Personally I prefer to just shoot the little vermin, but most people are nicer than that.<br >my cousin used to play drums and he broke a cymbal at a gig (I have no idea how he managed that), my grandfather used it over top of his bird feeder. <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />It was a bit larger than the top of the bird feeder and it was high enough up the bird feeder tether that the cymbal wasn't directly on top of the feeder but it was low enough so that it kept the squirrels off of the bird feeder, it was also wide enough that when the squirrel went to the edge of the cymbal to try to get to the seeds, he'd fall off.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />The downside of this was the squirrels then worked out another way to get at the bird seed. They would leap at the feeder and try to catch on it and swing until they spilled the birdseed on the ground. They would have been able to eat the seed too if the doves didn't run them off. That's the only time I've ever seen 3 birds puff their bodies out, spread their wings and walk menacingly towards a mammal. It was really quite amusing.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />anyway, Pop got tired of fighting the squirrels and bought a squirrel trapeze and put it in another part of the yard. The squirrels starting playing on that and eating the suet he left for them there and they left the bird feeder alone.<br >shoot them or google it<br >make it as an obstical course and enjoy the entertainment as the try to finish it.... then there is the semi automatic paint ball gun which can be a lot of fun and colorful<br >Get a cat.<br><br /><br />Oh wait it would attack the birds.Freddahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16771141283729803288noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003041497650987230.post-60274428402787908232010-01-18T03:14:00.003-08:002010-01-18T03:14:59.091-08:00Squirrels won't leave the bird feeders alone. What's the most effective way to stop them?What products work the best?Squirrels won't leave the bird feeders alone. What's the most effective way to stop them?<br >PRODUCT,,, HOT SAUCE OR HOT PEPPER SEEDS,,, OR AS STATED ABOVE SQUIRRELL PROOF FEEDERS, THEY DO HAVE THEM AND THE OTHER IDEA IS TO HAVE THE FEEDER ON A POLE AND A BIG ROUND PIECE OF PLEXIGLASS UNDER IT LARGE ENOUGH SO THEY CANT REACH AROUND OR JUMP UP TO... FASTEN WITH RUBBER WITH HOSE CLAMPS AND YOU CAN MAKE IT ROUND OR SQUARE WITH A LINE TO PUT IT ON AND JUST RIVIT IT CLOSED AND ITS SQUIRREL PROOF, I DID IT FOR TEN YEARS,, THE POLE WAS A HOLLOW PIPE TWO INCH AND THE BIRD FEEDER HAD A ONE INCH POLE ATTACHED TO THE BOTTOM SO IT CAME OFF AND ON EASILY TO CLEAN AND IN SUMMER PUT ON A THREE POLE PLANT HANGER. SO IT JUST WONT BE A POLE IN THE MIDDLE OF THE YARD.. AND KEEP IT FAR ENOUGH FROM A WIRE OR HOUSE OR ANYTHING THEY CAN JUMP FROM AND THEY CAN JUMP FAR.... AND BY THE WAY IT LASTED FOR TEN YEARS ONLY,, I GOT A DIVORCE AND MOVED AWAY, SO GOOD LUCK THERE :%26gt; JSquirrels won't leave the bird feeders alone. What's the most effective way to stop them?<br >Get a squirrel proof feeder. or but squirrel food and feed them too. We give our squirrels food so now they dont bug the birds, plus they are really cute!<br >There is an attachment you slide up the bird feeder pole(providing you have a bird feeder on a pole) <br><br /><br />Its metal and looks like an umbrella, they can climb the pole but the pole guard doesn't let them get to the bird food.<br><br /><br />I have one, my parents do. It works great, you can get them at wal-mart.Freddahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16771141283729803288noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1003041497650987230.post-29432525193728081652010-01-18T03:14:00.002-08:002010-01-18T03:14:43.345-08:00How can you keep squirrels out of bird feeders?there is a bird feeder that is built so that it will hold the weight of the bird but not anything heavier. any other animal will cause the wholes where there is access to food to close. i'm not sure the name of the brand but our Walmart carries it. i think specialty pet stores do to.How can you keep squirrels out of bird feeders?<br >simple is ask someone who selling bird feeders, then if they has something to keep away from bird feeder by spin around when squirrels sit on themHow can you keep squirrels out of bird feeders?<br >Put up a squirrel guard so that they can't get to the bird feeder.<br >We attached a frisbee to the top of our bird feeder and left it loose enough so that it spins.When squirrels try to get on it from the top they spin around and fall off.Also,make sure that it's high off the ground and not too close to branches<li><a href='http://bumble-and-bumble-k.blogspot.com/'>bumble and bumble</a></li>Freddahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16771141283729803288noreply@blogger.com0