What do I do if javelina are coming into my backyard?
What do I do if javelina are coming into my backyard?
user
I’m glad you asked!  Javelina are animals that look like small wild pigs and they’re especially common in the southwestern United States.  Here are some things that javelina are likely to do:
assistant
So what do I do to keep them away?
user
Here are some strategies that have worked for others who want to keep javelina out of their backyard:
assistant
But won't they just go elsewhere to make another hole?
user
Yes.  This is true of any strategy that keeps them away.  If you dig a hole, the javelina will just dig a different hole.  But if you do your best to prevent them from digging in your yard, they’ll look for another place to dig in and eat from, like the neighbor’s yard.  That’s why it’s important to take all of these strategies together.  If you dig a hole, then also cover it up.  If you put down a heavy object, then also spray something around the yard.  And don’t forget to also monitor your yard for holes or changes in the dirt.
assistant
All right. Any other advice?
user