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Grab This Household Essential If Snakes Are Invading
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By JENNY TINDER
Creating a snake-free yard is vital for safeguarding humans and pets. For a safer, more pleasant outdoor environment, vinegar is a practical and effective solution to repel snakes.
With their exceptional sense of smell, snakes are highly sensitive to vinegar’s strong odor. Vinegar’s acidity also can cause irritation and discomfort to a snake’s permeable skin.
Pour undiluted vinegar around bodies of water such as ponds or pools to create an unwelcoming barrier for snakes, being mindful of the plants in the vicinity that may be affected.
Soaking old clothing in vinegar and strategically placing them in snake-prone areas is also effective. Reapply the vinegar when the smell diminishes to maximize its efficacy.