Ants are sensitive to some scents so you can use these to keep them away from your home and garden without harming them.

Protect your family and pets from unwanted pests with these essential pest prevention tips for a safer home environment.

As cute as they might look, mice can easily become a menace (and health hazard) in your home. Here are natural, humane ways ...

In the animal kingdom, doting dads are scarce: Research shows as few as 3 to 5 percent of mammal fathers take an active role in parenting their offspring. But why some seem more geared toward ...

Before you use powerful chemical pesticides to deter bugs in your garden, see if you have this common kitchen scrap lying ...

There are plenty of bugs and rodents that are capable of invading your home at any time of year. If you think cold weather ...

When considering ways to keep foxes out of your garden, it is important to choose a humane, natural method. The Animal Welfare Act of 2006 forbids the poisoning of foxes, with charities such as The ...

As Virginians may see and hear coyotes more frequently this time of year, officials are sharing several tips to prevent conflict with the animals.

Need a safe, natural mouse repellent? Pick up one of these editor-tested products to keep mice away. Mice are notoriously ...

Distribute the treated bird food throughout your garden and sprinkle additional chilli flakes around the feeder's base or ...

Gardeners are being asked to consider scattering chilli flakes in their garden for the rest of February as it can greatly help birds at a time they are desperate for food.

Scattering coffee granules or citrus peel around the back of your garden can also help to repel cats, as they are powerful ...