Friday, May 21, 2010

How can we stop feral pigs from destroying our yard??

Since having our house built and moving to a development in a rural area last November the pigs have had many parties under our large oak tree. They never attacked the area when the lot was vacant, but they now destroy the area on a regular basis. They have an area of about 15' X 30' dug up to a depth of about a foot deep. It doesn't matter whether the lights are on or off. We know that they are going after the acorns, and we don't think there are any grubs. We don't want to put in a lawn that will survive the TX heat until we have solved the problem. We now only have rye grass in, but that will be dying off once it gets hot. We can use all the help that we can get. Now I'm off to figure out why this stupid robin has been banging his head on our bedroom window for almost 3 hours. Thanks much, Pansy

How can we stop feral pigs from destroying our yard??
Not sure what the rules would be about hunting the pigs, but that's the best and easiest way to take care of them. Other than that, call the conservation department or a pest control to have them moved. The conservation department might just tell you to that you can pluck them off as needed. If you yourself do not hunt, then I am sure you can find some texas boy to do the deed. I'd love to take a couple down for you, but SW Kansas is still a ways from TX, depending on where you are.
Reply:without a gun? Go to your local walmart or grocery store of the like and buy some all around animal repellent, if they hav esomthing specifically for the pigs, the better, other than that get out your rifle. (oh, well, usually bigger dogs also scare away feral pigs)
Reply:Feral pigs are ideal for target practice. They are not protected, desired, or wanted, and if a sow has piglets she can be very dangerous. Get yourself a good rifle and start keeping count of how many you can do away with.
Reply:have a barbeque - ;-)
Reply:The most effective way to stop the feral pigs from destroying your yard is to put up a tight fence. That way they can't get in and dig up your yard.

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