Deterrents

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A person walking on a trail in a park surrounded by trees and greenery.

Because “Scaring Is Caring!”

Wild Neighbor installs deterrents that are backed by wildlife biologists and managers as some of the most effective, non‑lethal strategies used to prevent conflicts between bears and humans.

Deterrent Disclaimers:

  • Bears are strong, curious, intelligent, and capable of learning over time

  • Not every deterrent will be effective for every bear all of the time

  • We encourage trying out different deterrents consistently and over time to see what works best for your property and the bears who live in your area

A brown bear with thick fur standing next to green bushes at night.

Johanna Turner

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Deterrents Currently Offered:

  • Bears often seek out the cool, quiet, protected areas beneath homes, patios, or other raised structures for resting or denning. Custom-fitted crawl space covers serve as a simple yet sturdy physical barrier to help prevent bears (and other wildlife) from taking up residence under your property!

    Choose from a variety of crawl space cover options:

    • Electric wiring - use of highly safe electric bungee setups to deter bears from entering that allow for continued (human!) access to crawl spaces

    • Unwelcome mat - positioning of electrified mats at the entrance to crawl spaces that deliver a mild shock to a bear

    • Emergency crawl space setup - Unwelcome mats (available for rent or purchase) placed at entrance to the crawl space prior to installation of new screen/vent and/or electric wiring; wildlife cameras are also available for monitoring

    • Designed for attractants such as chicken coops, bee yards, gardens, fruit trees, and trash storage areas, these safe and effective systems provide both a psychological and physical deterrent.

    • Electric deterrents are considered one of the most reliable methods for long-term protection, working to secure your animals and property without harming bears (or other wildlife).

    • Note: Wild Neighbor is not currently able to offer full electric wiring setup of a home or other building (meaning: electrical wiring of every window, door, etc. of a home).

    • COMING SOON!

    • These devices use the element of surprise to passively "haze" (or scare) bears away from your property, so you don’t have to!

    • When a bear's movement is detected, the sudden flash of a strobing light and loud sounds triggers a natural flight response, making your property feel like an unpredictable and undesirable place to visit.

  • These specialized mats provide a mild, startling electric pulse when stepped on, effectively teaching bears that certain areas - like porches or entryways - are off-limits! They are a portable and highly effective way to discourage bears from approaching your home's most sensitive access points.

Deterrent Installation Examples

  • The image shows a damaged house exterior with a sign warning about an electric bear mat. The mat is placed on the ground near the house foundation, which has visible damage with peeling paint and wood rot. The warning sign indicates the mat is for bears and instructs not to touch or have pet contact with the device.

    Unwelcome Mat

    Example: Bear Busters

  • Crawl Space Secured with Electric Wiring

    Example: Design Mockup

  • Metal stencil artwork of a mountain range with three bears walking in the forest.

    Unwelcome Mat

    Example: Bear-ier Solutions

  • A fenced area with various electronic devices and metal pieces scattered on dry grass, mountain range in the background, clear sky.

    (Future!) Apiary Secured with Electric Wire Setup

    Example: Bear-ier Solutions

  • Chicken Coop Retrofitted with Electric Wiring

    Example: Bear-ier Solutions

  • A black device with a solar panel on top, a button, and a circular speaker or sensor at the bottom. The device has some text that says 'Margo Supplies' and a phone number.

    Motion-Activated Scare Device

    Example: Margo Supplies

  • Raised Deck Secured with Electric Wiring

    Example: Design Mockup

  • A fenced garden with blooming trees and beehives in the background.

    Electric Netting (Immediate or Seasonal Protection)

    Example: wildlifehelp.org

  • Garage Door Secured with Electric Wiring

    Example: Design Mockup