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Bird poo problem!

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  • ibizafan_2
    ibizafan_2 Posts: 920 Forumite
    I've been Money Tipped!
    I don't think there's many cats that would have a go at a seagull!
  • silk_2
    silk_2 Posts: 215 Forumite
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    ibizafan wrote: »
    I don't think there's many cats that would have a go at a seagull!

    Mine would. He brought in a crow the other day.. :D
  • moromir
    moromir Posts: 1,854 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 1,000 Posts Name Dropper Combo Breaker
    I had a countryside cat who proudly presented me with pheasants on occasion.

    I watched her take on three cocker spaniels whose owner made the mistake of walking them across the end of our drive. She was 12 years old and had three legs left at the time (the car won on that occasion!)

    She did however, meet her match in the guise of the next door neighbour's peacock that escaped, she didn't try that one again.
  • kazwookie
    kazwookie Posts: 14,256 Forumite
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    try the local council pest control department for advise / help
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  • shegirl
    shegirl Posts: 10,107 Forumite
    Did you actually read the OP's responses explaining why he didn't want to get a cover? Valid reasons imho.

    Yes I did.And I know what I'd do to stop the paintwork being damaged - cover the car!Roll it up and shove it in the boot if needs be,it doesn't mean you'll get covered (unless you're clumsy).

    Even if it's a temporary measure it will protect the car and prevent paying to get the car washed every day!
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  • Manchee
    Manchee Posts: 401 Forumite
    I second calling pest control, my father used to be in the business and had to deal with seagulls all the time. Even if you dont get them out to deal with them, they might have some suggestions?
  • nat21luv
    nat21luv Posts: 3,434 Forumite
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    Seagulls do make a lot of mess, I have a lot nesting on the chimneys around my home and they do like to paint my car! Part and parcel of living by the sea. I agree with the cover suggestion. Roll it up, store in a bin liner and leave in your space whilst youre at work.
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