Puppies are naturally curious and scent-driven, which makes your kitchen trash can irresistible to them. Keep them out by pouring a scant cap full of ammonia into the can. I only had to do this a few times for my pup. He's now 46 inches tall and walks right past it, not even taking a look!
By tahloolabelle from Ventura, CA
(Archived Jun 28, 2010)Keeping Animals Out of Trash
Tip: Keeping Animals Out of Trash
It just takes one stray dog to create a big mess for you. A bungie cord securing the lid should prevent trash from spilling out if an animal tips it over. As a deterrent, fill a spray bottle with ammonia and spray the outside of the can every few days. The smell of ammonia should encourage the critter to find a nicer smelling garbage can.
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RE: Keeping Animals Out of Trash
Raccoons also like to get in trash cans at nighttime, as well as bears. (05/28/2005)
By badwater
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