The East Dulwich Hunt..... (foxes)

[Sue]

iaineasy Wrote:

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> FANTASTIC MR FOX!

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[njc97]

We had a fox in our back garden but given the lack of noise I think he's been scared off by the neighbours' cats.

Lion poo might work, ED garden centre sells it (well pellets dosed with it, disappointing it isn't kilos of dung).

[pommie]

just leave them alone. They are not the only animals who make annoying noises. we have a family of foxes who reside in a garden a few doors down. they also make loud noises and its usually to communicate with each other.

[computedshorty]

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[hintza]

Thanks for all your suggestions guys!

Well, I suppose I could try giving Lion Poo a go but suspect that it's deterrent abilities will be short-lived. It also won't necessarily stop the rabid blighters from making such an awful racket in neighbouring gardens....

There is a stables by Dulwich Park... wonder if they might be up for some jump practice :))

I've never heard of the BBC guys - I've just googled and found a link (is it ok to post links on here?!)

http://www.environpestcontrol.co.uk/

Is this them?!

The alternative is to chain an angry Boris up outside... his wiffling would soon put pay to their noise (though might start it's own complaint thread).

just supposing an East Dulwich Hunt was formed.... any suggestions as to the outfits :-)

[dbboy]

Yep thats them http://www.environpestcontrol.co.uk/. Even James O'Brian on LBC has used them and recommends them

[Peckhamgatecrasher]

Pink would be far too pretentious. I suggest a dark, forest green. The buttons could have a palm tree engraved on them.

[Tolly]

on the subject of outfits, could we not dress up as foxes and take them down from the inside

http://partywiththis.com/images/P/fox1.jpg

[womanofdulwich]

tolly ho!

[WickedStepmother]

Are you suggesting deviating from the traditional shiny black leather boots, skin-tight white jodphurs and a nice fitted scarlet coat accesorised with the obligatory riding crop? If you are, you can count me out for starters... Unless I can opt for the full Victorian riding habit look and ride side saddle. (Just give me time to get a few lessons in first.)

[brum]

I like the fox outfit idea. Dozens of us scampering about the streets, jumping into gardens and digging big holes. One sight of us and the real foxes are sure to scarper over to West Dulwich for sanctuary.

[Burbage]

Before this gets out of hand*, I'd like to put this thread back on track.

First of all, I'm happy to second Peckhamgatecrasher's suggestion of palmiferous buttons. However, I have reservations about the jackets, though not for reasons of taste, but of luridity.

That's because, earlier this week, I did some research. Specifically, I did some research in the small hours at Sainsbury's car park. As you'd expect, there were plenty of foxes. Even better, it's a clear space with few cars and a lovely smooth surface. I don't have the shape for proper tests, but I'm fairly convinced that a bicycle could outrun a fox. And, given the disturbing idea of snares and the impracticality of shooting, a catch-and-release scheme suggested itself as preferable**, especially given the proximity of the Lewisham and Lambeth borders***.

There are only two difficulties. First, though muted colours may help maintain the element of surprise, they are not conducive to the long-term health of nocturnal bicyclists. Second, we'd need a suitable capture device.

The latter I will leave to wiser heads (something with hockey sticks and a duvet cover, perhaps), but for the jacket I propose we opt for both pink and green, commissioning a reversible garment offering both discretion and visibility. As we're most likely to stay indoors if it's raining, we'd not need any fancy fabrics, and a modestly stout flannel would be sufficient.

Notes

* Tolly and brum may care to reconsider. Apart from the health and safety implications (tails and spokes don't mix), the reason why vixens make that noise would compromise the cover of any volunteer, in as many senses as you care for.

** I have consulted no experts as yet, but any questions regarding humaneness should be directed to them.

*** For the benefit of any readers from Rotherhithe, possibly alarmed by reports in the Southwark News, I would like to emphasise that our aim is to reduce the impact of vermin on our slumbers, rather than to abuse domestic animals for fun. In order to comply with legislation, and maintain the reputation of East Dulwich, we're keen to ensure that no activity could be mistaken for sport or constitute amusement (cf. the Peckham Rye Fete thread). Or, for that matter, wander unescorted beyond the boundaries of delusion.

[Peckhamgatecrasher]

Burbage for MFH!

[iaineasy]

That's because, earlier this week, I did some research. Specifically, I did some research in the small hours at Sainsbury's car park. As you'd expect, there were plenty of foxes.

and doggers no doubt?? Own up why were you really there at that time of night??

[thexwinglessxbird]

We are haiving more of a problem with squirels digging up our back lawn & eating our robins food. Sure, it's annoying to hear the foxes screaming through the evening & night... sometimes during the day (I think we have a family of them living down the back of our garden) but it's not that annoying.

[sportbilly]

A friend of mine who lives in Wandsworth got a person he read about in the evening standard to stake them out and shoot 4 of them.

[Tolly]

I'm not so keen on the shooting approach (particuarly since we could be mistaken for actual foxes in our cunning disguises) but also from an animal welfare perspective. As Burbage touches on, imagine the headlines.

All we need to do is present a united front against these blighters and scare them over the border - west dulwich, crystal palace....I don't really mind.

Finally, for those keen to don the full riding regalia, might I suggest after the task of removing the foxes that are plauging Hintza has been completed, we all retire to Sainsbury's carpark.

[Peckhamgatecrasher]

Should we not meet at the EDT for a stirrup cup?

[benny biscuits]

I am sorry to trouble you good people but can anyone recommend a local retail outlet selling good quality trill.

I have just moved into the area and my little Juan is rather fussy about what he eats, and Pets at Home at New Cross just does'nt do it for him.

As for foxes dont start me on them furry b*ggers.

Night after night I get woken up by them at each other -not sure what they're up to, but it sounds unearthly to me.

I saw a programme recently with some Mexican fella who seemed to be able to psyche out dogs- the dog botherer I think he called himself, praps that's what's needed in East Dulwich.

We could all chip in and ask him to tell the foxes to p*** off to Herne Hill?

[LibraCarr]

Hi,

There is a feature everyday on the Chris Evans Show on BBC Radio Two, it is called 'Fox the Fox'. - I wonder if she lives in the Park?

On a serious note, if you and your close neighbours make sure you do not leave out anthything containing food or traces, they will after a while look elsewhere.

Regards,

Libra Carr.

[Siduhe]

LibraCarr Wrote:

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> On a serious note, if you and your close

> neighbours make sure you do not leave out

> anthything containing food or traces, they will

> after a while look elsewhere.

So true. Came out of the house this morning (having been woken up by foxes fighting around 4am) to the incongruous sight of an entire link of chorizo sausages and several chops/steaks strewn across our and neighbour's drive and pathway. Guessing this is business rather than domestic rubbish from the blue plastic rubbish bag they had come out of but either way it is a PITA.

[sophiesofa]

Do foxes try and get in houses at night? Last night I was woken up by what sounded like a fox fight trying to jump through my bedroom window. I couldn't tell if it was just one foz screaming and scraping at the glass or two but I hid under the duvet for a few minutes until it was over. Then I got it into my head that it would have gotten through the bathroom window so I agaain hid under the duvet for a while. So do foxes ever try to get inside or was it just a one off window attack? Thanks

[pommie]

Well not sure if all foxes go into houses but i know the ones that are in our garden do come in thru our cat flap to help themselves to the cat food.

[sophiesofa]

Oh good grief that scares me. I think i'm a bit pathetic though!

[Muley]

Ted Max Wrote:

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> this will start to become quite a big 'problem'

> soon

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> I, for one, welcome our new fox overlords.

TM, you Quisling!

Some of us will never surrender- "We will bite them on the features"...etc.