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Peppermint oil: Soaking cotton balls in peppermint oil and placing them at strategic entry points can help keep rodents away.
Baking soda: Sprinkling baking soda in areas with mouse droppings can be effective because it disrupts the digestive system.
Ultrasonic repellents: Using ultrasonic devices whose frequencies are inaudible to humans but unpleasant to rodents can deter them from taking up residence in your home.
Adopt a cat: The mere presence of a cat can deter rodents from taking up residence, although it is not necessarily an effective hunter.
Water and garlic: A mixture of water and garlic sprayed on surfaces where mice appear can deter them.
Flour, yeast and grated cheese mixture: While this mixture is appetizing to rodents, it can attract them but render them indigestible and thus kill them.
Toothpaste and detergent: A combination of detergent and toothpaste can be made into small balls and placed where mice are active.
Plastic bottle and oil: Placing a plastic bottle with oil will allow mice to enter but not escape.
In conclusion, rodents can be a nuisance, but with these natural and effective methods, you can keep them away from your home without resorting to cruel or toxic methods. Keep your home clean, your food neat and use these natural repellents to keep your living space rodent-free.