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| Comparison Chart for Granular and Spray Repellents for Small Animals and Deer Control | |
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Click on Model Name for More Information
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Model |
Shake Away Small Critter |
Shake Away Deer |
Deer Scram |
Deer Fortress |
Scoot Deer |
Scoot Squirrel |
Scoot Mole |
Model |
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Size |
20 oz. |
20 oz. |
2.5 lb., 6 lb., 25 lb.
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6 1.5 oz. Units |
32 oz, 1 gallon |
32 oz |
32 oz, 1 gallon |
Size |
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Repels |
Squirrel, rabbit, skunk, chipmunk, woodchuck, gopher, possum, prairie dog, groundhog,
and porcupine.
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Deer, Elk, Raccoon, Beaver, Armadillo, and Javalina
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Deer and Rabbit |
Deer |
Deer |
Squirrels |
Moles, voles and gophers. |
Repels |
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Form |
Granules |
Granules |
Granules |
Powder in Sealed Unit |
Liquid |
Liquid |
Liquid |
Form |
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Application |
Spread 2 times a week for 2 weeks then twice a month. |
Spread 2 times a week for 2 weeks then twice a month. |
Visibly cover ground in a 16" strip around entire group or bed of plants. Apply
every 30 to 45 days. |
Place units 4-8 feet apart using included stake or hang with string. |
Apply spray until foliage or targeted areas are uniformly wet. Apply weekly or after
rains, heavy dew or watering. |
Spray liberal amount 3 feet around feeder base and all possible routes to feeder
including pole and feeder. Will not harm birds. |
Attach garden hose tightly to self-dispensing container (32 oz). Spray over mole
infested area. |
Application |
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Coverage Area |
600 linear feet |
600 linear feet |
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Up to 48 linear feet. |
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10,000 sq. ft per quart |
Coverage Area |
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Active Ingredients |
Garlic Oil, Urea |
Garlic Oil, Urea |
Dried Blood, Garlic, White Pepper, Cloves |
Non toxic dried blood product. |
Capsaicin, Capsicainoid, Butyl Mercaptan |
Capsaicin, Capsaicinoid |
100% Castor Oil |
Active Ingredients |
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Organic |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
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98.9% Organic. |
99.3% Organic. All ingredients are found
on the EPA considered safe 4-A or 4-B lists. |
100% Organic. |
Organic |
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Restrictions |
Will not harm nor burn plants |
Will not harm nor burn plants |
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Non-toxic, Environmentally Safe. Safe for vegetable gardens. |
Strongly irritating to eyes, nose and skin. Only use on ornamental plantings. May
be toxic to aquatic organisms. |
Causes moderate eye irritation. Avoid contact with eyes and clothing. Do not apply
to water. |
Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothes. |
Restrictions |
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Winter Use
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Yes |
Yes |
Yes, last up to 100 days. |
Reduced effectiveness if less than 40°. |
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Winter Use
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Supplier |
Bird-X |
Bird-X |
Deer Scram |
RepelIt |
Bird-X |
Bird-X |
Bird-X
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Supplier |
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Price |
$17.95
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$17.95
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$18.04
to
$117.97
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$32.5
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$16.5
to
$48.95
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$16.95
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$17.95
to
$48.95
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Price
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Model |
Shake Away Small Critter |
Shake Away Deer |
Deer Scram |
Deer Fortress |
Scoot Deer |
Scoot Squirrel |
Scoot Mole |
Model |
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