Waterlooville Fox Control

Foxes are a widespread pest in both urban and countryside regions of the United Kingdom. Mostly, they don’t present a substantial danger to humans and seldom attack house animals. Fox control is heavily regulated in the UK, and several methods are completely illegal. However, if foxes are a problem on your property there are some methods available that can be effective at managing the fox population.

The best method of controlling a fox problem is simply to remove their access to a food source. Bins can be held securely closed by using elastic rope, and any other rubbish should be suitably bagged and preferably kept in a secure container. If foxes are attempting to gain access to a live food source such as pet chickens, the most effective method is to stop them from accessing it by improving the fence or cage. Generally, foxes will simply try to scavenge food from a location and if their food source is taken away they’ll move on quickly.

If foxes are a repeated problem, there are various other pest control methods available. Foxes can be trappedor shot, although both should only be performed by trained specialists. Amateur attempts at either method will usually be ineffective, and could even be against the law if performed in an inhumane way. Professional pest control companies will be able to offer advice on the most effective way to control a fox problem. They can help you to correctly remove any food source that the fox may be exploiting, and offer other ways of control if this is unsuccessful.