What Are the Most Effective Non-Lethal Goose Deterrents?

Making Your Property Inhospitable 

Geese are the type of bird that thrives in comfort. They seek out areas that offer ample resources and a safe place to live. One of the simplest goose deterrent techniques is to reduce the attraction of your property. This doesn’t mean you have to make your yard look unkempt, but simply landscape in a way that utilizes natural deterrents. As goose control professionals, we constantly see these wildlife birds flocking to large, open green spaces. They are drawn to manicured lawns that have very few places for predators to hide.  Natural barriers, like tall grasses, can be planted strategically alongside bodies of water to prevent each bird from transitioning from water onto land. You can even mow less frequently in certain areas to prevent Canada Geese from walking onto your property.

Fences and Barriers Blocking Water Exits

Landscape fencing can be extremely effective in some scenarios. Even though geese can fly, they prefer an environment with fewer obstacles for them to overcome, especially when transitioning from bodies of water to land. Fences act as excellent deterrents in scenarios where geese are looking for a landing site while swimming on water. By interrupting their path, Canada Geese will search for a new one. If done effectively, fencing can prevent these wildlife pests from their daily trek onto your property. Simply place a short fence that can prevent them from walking onto your land, and you may see instant benefits. Canada Geese are known to be very stubborn birds, and creating “roadblocks” is a humane way to encourage them to find another area to rest and nest.

Taste Aversions and Other Goose Repellent Chemicals

Using their wild senses against them can be an effective bird control tactic. Applying taste aversions to your lawn will make your grass taste terrible to geese. Geese prefer to graze across short grass, so by spraying these bird repellers across your property, you can disrupt their day-to-day feeding habits. Any goose repellent products that contain methyl anthranilate will add an unpleasant taste to your grass. This alone won’t completely scare off the wildlife pests, but it is one step in discouraging them from being on your property. We don’t recommend using any harsh chemicals that could prove to be lethal. Canada Geese are federally protected and should never be touched or harmed without consulting the Migratory Bird Treaty Act and a local goose control company.

Utilizing Visual Deterrents to Ward off Geese

There are many visual deterrents available to purchase now that make claims to be effective at bird control. You can purchase “scarecrow” like devices that have the appearance of alligators, owls, scnales, swans, and other natural predators to geese. We have seen many clients try to use these, and while there may be some success, it is often brief. Even when combined with other techniques, we still see significantly more progress with proven techniques like stalking the geese with goose dogs. We encourage our clients to skip motion-activated devices, scarecrows, laser lights, and other pointless gimmicks. Contact Go Geese Go to learn about our services or request a consultation with no obligations attached.

Goose Control with Goose Dogs

The single most effective goose control technique available is the utilization of goose dogs. Goose dogs are professionally trained Border Collies who expertly scare geese away by creating a threatening environment. Our dogs will stalk a bird, mimicking a wildlife predator, scaring them into fleeing from the site. Over time, Canada Geese become less interested in the area, and are more likely to find new spots to make into their home. Utilizing these non-lethal scaring techniques is humane and prevents these birds from having a positive association with your property. Depending on each client’s needs, we can visit a property up to several times a day to scare geese away. If you’re interested in learning more about Go Geese Go and how we utilize Goose Dogs for goose control, contact us today!

Combining Goose Deterrents with Goose Dogs

With stubborn birds like geese, using a variety of methods at the same time is the most effective technique. Geese are creatures of habit, and flocks can return to the same nesting sites for years. By making small changes to your environment, utilizing non-lethal deterrents, and hiring goose control professionals, you have a good chance at scaring geese away.

Goose dogs are known to be the most effective and efficient method to convince geese to leave. Even though they may return, consistency is key. If geese find a new home, they are more likely to stay there, but this requires removing the comforts they have grown used to. Geese will not abandon nests until their eggs hatch, so timing can be very important in the Spring. If you’re dealing with geese problems, don’t hesitate to call us so we can provide a consultation and get started ASAP!

How We Train Goose Dogs

Border Collies are natural herders, making them an excellent breed for goose control. They are highly intelligent dogs that have laser focus, giving them the brains to learn many commands and listen to their trainers instantly. We acquire dogs from one of the top Border Collie trainers in the US, and each dog receives 2+ years of training. We work with our dogs at our own facility to ensure they continue to thrive in their work by having them herd goats and follow commands. Don’t rely on gimmicks and techniques that will help, but will never fully solve the problems. Hire Go Geese Go to scare geese off your property today.

Schedule a Go Geese Go Consultation

Go Geese Go offers geese control services to reduce the impact that geese have on you, your property, or your business. We understand the frustrations that come along with a goose infestation and are ready to help.

We provide services for residential neighborhoods, private properties, funeral homes, cemeteries, golf courses, college campuses, recreational centers, city plazas, hospitals, shopping centers, industrial parks, office buildings, and more. Schedule a consultation to speak with one of our trainers and learn about how we can help with your goose problems.