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Rats

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ahhRats · 15/09/2019 16:40

Dh just saw a 'effin massive' rat run across our garden. I am now in full on panic mode.
Live in a row of 3 houses in a residential area, block of garages to the back of us.
What the hell do i do? We have decking, a shed and rabbits in the garden. Where do I (send husband) to look to check if there is any nests? What can i do to try to discourage them?

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thecatneuterer · 15/09/2019 16:57

There are rats everywhere. As long as they stay outside then there isn't a problem. To discourage them make sure they can't eat the rabbits' food.

I truly don't understand the panic though.

Dieu · 15/09/2019 16:58

I've heard that those who keep rabbits often attract rats. It's an easy and continuous source of food, when you think about it.
Sorry I can't help OP, and hope you get it sorted soon.

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ahhRats · 15/09/2019 17:11

The stock of rabbit food is kept in the house, they get fed and cleaned daily, but are greedy buggers who munch it in seconds!!

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LordEmsworth · 15/09/2019 17:13

I live in an area with a rat problem, have recently had the pest people visit having seen them in my garden. To some extent you have to live with them, but there are things you can do to keep them controlled. Blocked sewers can also cause problems, as can local building work.

To discourage them - don't have food sources accessible, if you have rabbit food in the shed then it needs to be in metal and secure. They like compost heaps too, food plus warmth... don't put meat on the compost. Poison in the shed (if inaccessible to pets / children - keep it locked).

MmmBlowholes · 15/09/2019 17:17

Just because you saw a rat doesn't mean you're going to have a rat problem

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ahhRats · 15/09/2019 19:21

i just saw one of the neighbours, they saw one yesterday aswell. pants.

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WhoWants2Know · 15/09/2019 19:51

I'm afraid decking and rabbits are both very attractive to rats. And where you see one, more are often lurking out of sight.

You'll need to be extra vigilant to keep your rabbits safe- unfortunately rats are devils for getting into rabbit hutches and can injure rabbits. An extra cover may be a good idea.

If you continue to see rats, then you may want to contact pest control.

cutie101 · 16/09/2019 06:59

Check your home insurance, it might cover you for pest control.

MsTSwift · 16/09/2019 07:01

Rats chewed through our wooden rabbit hutch and attacked our rabbits

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