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Do Mothballs Keep Mice Away?

To keep mice away naturally, start by raiding your spice cabinet for strong-smelling spices, which can act as natural ...
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 ...
Q: I have a problem with mice, and I’ve been using mothballs to get rid of them. I may have used too much, because I have symptoms like headaches, nausea and eye irritation. How can I detox from ...
*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. Q • I have a problem with mice, and I’ve been using mothballs to get rid of them. I may have used too much, because I have ...
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 ...
Q. I just found out that my landlord put a whole box of mothballs under my house because my mother told him she saw a mouse. Are mothballs toxic to animals? I have two dogs and a bird. Also, are they ...