German garden owners advised on rat and mole control methods

German gardening guides detail practical steps for dealing with two common garden pests. For rats, the advice stresses identifying signs such as droppings, gnaw marks and ammonia odor, then using strong scents—soaked cloths with turpentine, vinegar, mint oil or chili powder—to deter them, while warning that improper use can cause pain to the animals and that violations of pest‑control regulations may incur fines.

For moles, the articles note that the characteristic soil mounds indicate healthy soil but can be unsightly. Since moles are protected species, removal must involve relocation rather than killing. Home‑grown techniques include encouraging the animal to move with water‑based mound‑flattening, gently shoveling the earth, or using protective barriers, all while adhering to legal protections.