How to get rid of foxes in the garden

Foxes are coming into the garden regularly and they are digging up the lawn and leaving a mess. Is there anything that actually keeps them away long term?

Asked by angie on 19th Apr 2026
Expert Trade Answers
"More details are required, as to is it a family or a pair or an individual?
I have a live cage trap, which is humane and more succesdful than other methods.
This can be hired out on a weekly basis..
Relocation of the caught fox would be carried by myself."
Answered on 19th Apr 2026 - Member since Apr 2026 - report
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