
Measure your pole first to make sure it will fit. The guard fits over the pole, blocking the squirrel from climbing up.

A squirrel has a better chance of being able to hold onto this type of baffle. Flat, platform baffles are not recommended because of the flat shape.They feature an upside-down funnel shape and can be placed on hanging bird feeders or pole mounted bird feeders. Squirrels will not be able to access the feeder at all because when they land on the baffle it will tip and the squirrel will fall to the ground. Dome-shaped squirrel baffles have a rounded shape and can be used on hanging bird feeders or pole mounted bird feeders.Baffles can be placed on the hanging line above your feeder or below your feeder on the mounting pole. If it tries to climb on the baffle, the squirrel loses its grip and slides off. Baffles typically have a slick surface that gives the squirrel nothing to cling to while advancing toward a feeder. You can also try adding squirrel baffles and pole mounts to your feeders, feeder poles, and hanging lines.Ī squirrel baffle is a device used to prevent squirrels from accessing your bird feeders. There are many feeders designed with squirrel-resistant components. Physically stopping squirrels from reaching your feeders is another option to add to your squirrel-resistance arsenal. These squirrel repellents and traps along with your other efforts can really make a difference in the battle to keep your feeders a birds-only affair! Stop Squirrels from Getting to the Feeder Once you successfully capture one, cover the trap with a blanket, transport it to the appropriate setting away from your property and release it. Havahart® also offers several squirrel- and chipmunk-sized traps that you can set near your feeders. Convenient, easy to use, and harmless to animals and pets, this repellent device releases a startling burst of water to scare squirrels, training them to stay away from the area.Īnother option in the battle against squirrels is to humanely trap and remove them from your property. One application of Critter Ridder® lasts up to 30 days, helping you to create squirrel-resistant areas around your feeders.įor long-term squirrel-repelling power, try the Critter Ridder® Motion-Activated Repellent. This dual-action formula repels squirrels and other nuisance animals by scent and taste. Critter Ridder® is a pepper based, OMRI Listed® animal deterrent available in both liquid and granular applications. These natural and humane solutions are a great way to prevent squirrels from taking over your bird feeders.Ī squirrel repellent is an efficient way to create squirrel-resistance areas surrounding your bird feeder. Our sister brands offer a variety of solutions to help you remove squirrels from the vicinity and keep them from returning.


If you've never tried squirrel repellents or traps, then it may be the right time to give them a try.
