How to get rid of foxes during winter

[DJmalik]

I've noticed foxes getting more active as winter approaches, even during the day. They're jumping onto the winter covers of my raised pond, probably attracted by the scent of the fish underneath. They're surprisingly agile, managing to get over our 6 foot fence in an urban area where they are getting bolder. Before winter comes, I'm concerned about how to protect my pond once I remove the covers. Does anyone have tips on keeping foxes away safely during the colder months?

 

[Charly]

You could try motion-activated lights or sprinklers, strong netting over the pond, and scent deterrents like wolf urine or citrus, also anchoring mesh securely can help keep them from jumping in.

 

[DJmalik]

You could try motion-activated lights or sprinklers, strong netting over the pond, and scent deterrents like wolf urine or citrus, also anchoring mesh securely can help keep them from jumping in.

Thanks. Any of these worked for you before?

 

[ActiveChapter]

I've noticed foxes getting more active as winter approaches, even during the day. They're jumping onto the winter covers of my raised pond, probably attracted by the scent of the fish underneath. They're surprisingly agile, managing to get over our 6 foot fence in an urban area where they are getting bolder. Before winter comes, I'm concerned about how to protect my pond once I remove the covers. Does anyone have tips on keeping foxes away safely during the colder months?

physical barriers are best. A 6foot fence isn't enough for determined urban foxes. A more robust, fine mesh netting above the pond surface, or even a low voltage electric fence wire at the top of your existing fence, is often most effective