How can you get rid of lawn moles if you have a dog and a cat that both go outside?

Question

We were going to try the worms that go in the holes but our dog digs holes all the time and we absolutely cannot keep him in the house. the cat is just a kitten so she mostly stays in the house but tends to sneak out sometimes. we have really bad lawn moles so how the heck can i get rid of them!? Thanks.

Answer 1

Traps, flooding, and gravel, mesh or concrete barriers can be effective. You'd have to be careful with traps, but maybe you can find a way to place them deep enough into the holes that it would be too hard for your pets to get to. A "pit trap" ...made from a large jar or coffee can would catch moles in a way that wouldn't harm your pets. Here's a site that illustrates/explains pit traps, etc:
http://www.getridofthings.com/get-rid-of-moles.htm

Many articles say using Castor oil is effective. Even the Washington Dept. of Fish & Wildlife site, which nixes the noise-scaring approach & other repellents, actually gives out a Castor oil recipe & after saying "No repellents currently available will reliably protect lawns or other plantings from moles"... then says this...
"The repellent will be most effective where it can be watered into the moist soil surrounding surface tunnels made by moles. Areas that receive extensive irrigation will quickly loose the repellent to leaching. For best results, spray the entire area needing protection; moles will burrow under a perimeter treatment. The repellent may need to be reapplied before moles depart. Once moles move elsewhere, the solution usually remains effective for 30 to 60 days."
The Recipe:
Using a blender to combine 1/4 cup of unrefined castor oil (can be purchased at most pharmacies) and 2 tablespoons of a dishwashing liquid. Blend the two together, add 6 tablespoons water, and blend again. Combine the concentrated mixture with water at a rate of 2 tablespoons of solution to 1 gallon of water. Use a watering can or sprayer to liberally apply the solution to areas where moles are active. The above mixture will cover approximately 300 square feet.
http://wdfw.wa.gov/wlm/living/moles.htm

Besides Castor oil, some people pour cat litter or human hair clippings into molehills & refill them until signs of the mole have disappeared.

If you have a lot of moles, you probably have an oversupply of grubs and bugs.
http://www.english-gardening.com/green_up_your_thumb/unwanted_visitors_how_to_deter_moles.htm
Elimination the mole's food source...grubs..and bugs ... is thought to be helpful. "The idea is to kill the grubs to make your yard less like a mole fast food drive through."
http://ezinearticles.com/?Proven-Tips-for-Eliminating-Ground-Moles&id=564546

The Washington Dept. of Fish & Wildlife site also gives a more detailed explaination of using flooding, barriers, trapping & natural controls & states:
"It is often suggested that if you eliminate grubs from an area you will get rid of moles. Grubs make up only a portion of the mole's diet. During dry periods, moles are known to frequent well-irrigated lawns just for moisture. Thus, moles often are present even in grub-free yards. If all the earthworms, grubs, and other soil animals in a lawn are eliminated by repeated insecticide application, moles may be forced to seek other areas. However, the use of soil insecticides is an expensive approach with no immediate reduction of damage and little likelihood of long-term control. In the process, soil insecticides may poison the groundwater, kill beneficial soil invertebrates, and damage songbirds and other desirable wildlife."

This is Bob Villa's site with suggestions from members:
http://www.bobvila.com/BBS/GETTING_RID_OF_MOLES_IN_YARD-Bugs_and_Pests-1-F117.html

Trying different approaches is your best chance of getting rid of moles. Cats & dogs love chasing moles. When your cat is old enough, if you still have some stray moles, it'll help you solve the mole problem by catching them for you :) Owls are also a natural predator of moles too. If you make your area friendly for them, it will pay off.

Good Luck! Hope this is helpful.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

Safely & Permanently Remove Moles, Warts and Skin Blemishes

Answer 4

How To Kill Moles

Answer 5

I prefer using frag grenades to clear out them tunnel networks. They really show them moles who's running the show. Works great on Viet Cong too. And you can get 'em at your local hardware store if you ask at the front desk. Good luck.

Answer 6

Go to this link for product and information:
http://americanatural.com/granmolrep.html

Answer 7

get rid of the grubs with grub-X.Some have said if u put chewed up spearmint gum in the holes it will kill them also.

Answer 8

throw moth balls in these holes.