Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Skunk family near a building - Karel Bock/Shutterstock When it comes to skunks in your yard, there may be some panic. It all ...

Skunks dig up yards and can spray pets and kids if they are not handled properly. Mothballs do not deter skunks and create more problems than they solve. Deterring skunks comes down to removing hiding ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Mothballs are ineffective at repelling mice. Using mothballs outdoors can harm the environment. Seal gaps and use traps to ...

Mothballs are most effective at deterring clothes moths and their larvae. Beyond clothes moths, mothballs do not repel most pests and animals. To use mothballs safely and effectively, always store ...

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Mothballs are ineffective at repelling mice. Using mothballs outdoors can harm the environment. Seal gaps and use traps to effectively deter mice. Mothballs emit a strong, unpleasant odor, but they ...