4 Animals That Can Destroy Your Lawn, and How to Prevent Them

Let’s face it, you work hard to maintain your lawn. But there are a lot of things that can go wrong! Bugs, fungi and molds are a few of the problems you may face. But there are animals that can cause destruction in your lawn too. 

This infographic covers 4 of the most common animals that can destroy your lawn and how to prevent them. 

What are the most common animals that harm community lawns?

4 of the most common animals that can cause destruction in the lawn are deer, cats, rabbits and squirrels. Depending on where you live there may be other animals too. 

Why are deer destructive to lawns?

Deer can cause destruction by overgrazing in the lawn, or even worse eating plants in your garden. They may even rub their antlers against your new trees and shrubs, destroying their bark and eventually killing them. 

Why are rabbits destructive to a lawn?

Being that rabbits are creatures that burrow, they will often make holes in the lawn to make their dens. While these holes on their own may not be that bad. Rabbits can also eat a tremendous amount of vegetation. This includes your vegetable gardens as well as many of your cherished plants and shrubs. 

Why are cats destructive to the lawn?

Cats are happy to make a litter box anywhere they go. This can often mean your garden beds. The acidity of their waist may also be damaging to your plants. 

Why are squirrels destructive to your lawn?

Squirrels are not necessarily destructive to the lawn itself, but they can be destructive to the exterior of your home. Including shingles, siding and electrical wires. Additionally they may eventually make it into your home and make it their new nest. 

What are some methods to keep these animals out of the lawn and away from your home?

There are 4 easy methods you can use to keep animals from your lawn and home. One, use a sound device that scares animals with sound. Two, use a visual device that scares off animals. Three, use netting as a physical barrier to protect your plants. Four, use red pepper on plants to keep animals such as deer and rabbits from eating your plants. See the infographic for a more thorough explanation. 

Use this infographic to keep pests out of your lawn, and be sure to share it with your friends and family so they can protect their homes and gardens too!

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