How to Make a Safe Raccoon Repellent at Home

When it comes to our homes, we want nuisance wildlife to stay off our properties. But we don’t want is to harm animals in an attempt to keep them away. Here in lies the problem: some wild animals are just too smart for some of our standard tricks. For instance, raccoons. Raccoons are incredibly intelligent mammals that have terrific memories and agile abilities to climb, catch, and grasp. They have little dexterous fingers that can even open doors and latches! So how do you keep ambitious raccoons away?

Fortunately, there are several non-toxic, non-lethal, and perfectly-humane methods for keeping raccoons off your property. One of those methods is a simple, homemade raccoon repellent that you can make right from the comfort of your very own kitchen. And it is likely that you already have several of the ingredients since most are common household items.

Continue reading to learn how to make a safe, but effective raccoon repellent that you can scatter along the perimeter of your yard to keep raccoons away.

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Gather Up Your Supplies

What You Will Need: Plastic spray bottle, fresh water, protective eye wear, kitchen gloves, and anything else to mark off the treated areas from children and pets.

Household Spices (1 or More): Cinnamon, cayenne pepper, black pepper, fresh hot peppers (optional), jalapeño, habanero, serrano, etc.

Extracts (1 or More): Menthol, peppermint, spearmint, cinnamon, eucalyptus, etc.

These smells and sensations are something that raccoons hate, and they will stay far away from it at first whiff.  So you are going to be making a solution that contains a selection of the household spices, extracts, and peppers listed above. You do not need to use all of them together. Simply select from one category, or combine all three for an extra-strength solution. You can put all of these items into an empty and clean plastic spray bottle, and administer it around the perimeter of your property.

Getting Started

Choose your ingredients, and combine them in your empty plastic spray bottle. You can purchase a spray bottle at any home improvement store for under $5, or you can clean out an old one.

If you are using fresh peppers, wear your protective gloves and dice them up. Then transfer them to a bowl and crush them with a spoon until the juices begin to flow. Then put the muddled peppers into your spray bottle. Be sure to wash your hands after you remove your gloves.

Once your ingredients are in the bottle, fill your bottle with clean tap water. Then attach the top securely.

Put on your protective eye wear to prevent getting the solution in your eyes as you spray. If it is a windy day, you should apply the repellent the next day.

Walk around the perimeter of your lawn and spray the solution generously. Be sure to avoid spraying areas where pets and children play.

If you have leftover, spray the solution in areas where you have actually seen raccoons. And then spray the bottom of your outdoor trash cans.

If your problem persists, contact a professional wildlife control company for safe and humane raccoon removal solutions.

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Homemade Raccoon Repellant Recipe

Raccoons are not always easy to get rid of, so when homeowners have nuisance raccoons visiting their property night after night, it is understandable for them to look for all the remedies out there. One of the most effective ways to get rid of raccoons is to call a licensed raccoon removal and control service. They retain the proper tools, training, and experience to safely remove raccoons without killing or harming them at all. For those who prefer to handle a raccoon infestation on their own, heed warning that raccoons can be dangerous and carry infectious diseases that can kill or harm humans and pets. It is strongly recommended to outsource a professional animal control service for raccoon removal needs.

And keep in mind that you should never, under any circumstance other than self-defense, harm or kill a wild raccoon. With that said, there is a few safe ways to take on a raccoon trespassing problem in your own. One method is to make and administer a raccoon repellant around your property. You can purchase store-bought raccoon deterrents at an affordable price, but you can also make a homemade repellant yourself! Continue reading and learn how to make a quick, easy, and affordable homemade raccoon repellant all on your own or as a family.

Homemade Raccoon Deterrent

Below is a list of ingredients and instructions for making a homemade raccoon deterrent. Be sure to wash your hands thoroughly after using or administering any of these solutions. Many ingredients listed can cause eye, throat, and nose irritation if not careful. Here’s what you’ll need to get started:

• Large Pitcher or Jug
• Strainer or Colander
• Funnel
• Large Plastic Spray Bottle
• 1 TBLSP Cayenne Pepper or Another Dried Hot Pepper
• 6 Raw Hot Peppers
• One Large Onion
• Large Sauce Pan

Bring two-quarts of water to a boil in a large sauce pan. Add the cayenne pepper, whole hot peppers, and the onion. Return water to a boil. Boil for 15 to 20 minutes. Let it cool completely, and then strain the liquid into your jug or pitcher. Use the funnel for precision when you pour. Use the pitcher to easily transfer the liquid into a plastic spray bottle. Discard all leftovers in sauce pan.

Be sure to thoroughly wash your hands. Spray this solution around the perimeter of your property, on plants, deck railings, gutters, roof shingles, and any other areas that raccoons come into contact with, but you do not. Do not spray this solution on anything that you or your family touches on a regular basis, as it will cause nose, throat, and eye irritations.

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