What methods can be used to expel chipmunks?

Using traps and repellents is an effective and humane way to expel chipmunks from an area. Trapping can be conducted with live traps, allowing for the capture of the animal without causing harm, after which the chipmunks can be relocated to appropriate habitats. Repellents, which may include natural substances or commercially available products, can make the area less appealing to chipmunks, encouraging them to move elsewhere without causing any harm to the animals.

These methods align with humane wildlife control practices, focusing on effective removal while minimizing suffering. Utilizing only lethal methods does not address potential wildlife management goals and raises ethical considerations. Similarly, pursuing chipmunks with pets is not a viable or controlled method and could result in unintended consequences. While fencing and barriers are useful techniques for preventing access, they do not actively expel animals that are already in an area, making traps and repellents the most direct and effective approach.