Deer & Animal Control

protecting your garden from

unwanted visitors

The potential for deer and other critters to browse and snack on beloved plants is a top frustration for homeowners and gardeners in Northeast Ohio. The good news is, there are plenty of products on the market you can apply to prevent this unwanted invasion of wildlife without harming any animals. Familiarize yourself with the solutions available at Petitti’s and, as always, reach out to ask questions about your specific situation. Knowledge is power, and we’re here to help!

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animal repellent products

protect your garden from wildlife

  • Plantskydd®

    Angelo’s top recommended deer repellent, Plantskydd is effective against deer, rabbits, voles, chipmunks, squirrels, and more. It works by emitting an odor that browsing animals associate with predator activity, thus stimulating a fear-based response that deters garden feeders. It’s certified organic and safe for all kinds of gardening including use with vegetable plants and fruit trees. Because it is rain-resistant, the formula lasts longer and does not need to be re-applied after every rainfall. When spraying Plantskydd, it’s recommended to lightly and evenly mist flowers and foliage. Heavy spraying to the point of dripping/drenching is not required nor recommended. Available in concentrate, granules, and ready-to-use spray.

  • Bobbex

    Bobbex deer repellent is rated most effective (93%) in an independent study by the State of Connecticut Dept. of Forestry and Horticulture in 2006-2007. The key to Bobbex's success is the use of natural, safe ingredients that frighten and naturally repulse deer and other herbivores. The active ingredients in Bobbex include putrescent eggs, fish meal, fish oil, meat meal, garlic, clove oils, and more. While most competing products contain 6 ingredients or fewer (and many just 3 or fewer), Bobbex's proven formulas utilize 12 ingredients.

  • I Must Garden® Deer Repellent

    This product aims to repel deer – not people – using a spice scent that is an environmentally safe, humane, and effective way to deter deer from eating flowers and plants. The pleasant scent makes application easier and more enjoyable. While the formula contains eggs and garlic, both of which are substances that repel deer, it also contains added botanical oils from plants that deer do not eat, including peppermint, lemongrass, cinnamon, and clove. The combination results in a effective, longer-lasting repellents that are inviting to gardeners and neighbors.

  • Bonide® Repels-All®

    This all-natural product effectively repels vermin and undesirable wild animals through touch, smell, and taste. It works by causing a mild irritation to an animal’s nasal passages and/or, when tasted or smelled, triggering the instinct to escape. Rain-fast after 6 hours, it protects plants up to 2 months per application. It is safe for use with edible plants, though you should avoid directly spraying any part of a plant you intend to eat, given the product is designed to taste bad!

  • Bonide® MoleMAX®

    This product is designed to repel moles, voles, chipmunks, gophers, rabbits, ground squirrels, and skunks from lawns, flowerbeds, and gardens. It works by penetrating the soil and making the treated area unpleasant for burrowing animals. The granules are also useful for keeping rodents away from newly planted bulbs. The granules are clean, dustless, biodegradable, and safe for use around children, plants, and pets.

  • Scram for Cats™

    This product works by changing the environment so that the area smells bad to animals and inspires a fear and/or avoidance response in the targeted animals. It does not harm, poison, or kill. Organic, environmentally friendly, and longer-lasting, Cat Scram is effective for up to 45 days in keeping neighborhood cats from causing unsightly damage from fecal matter and urine.

  • Scram for Dogs™

    This product works by changing the environment so that the area smells bad to animals and inspires a fear and/or avoidance response in the targeted animals. It does not harm, poison, or kill. Organic, environmentally friendly, and longer-lasting, Dog Scram is effective for up to 45 days in keeping dogs from digging and damaging flowerbeds, landscaping, and other designated areas.