Talk of The Villages Florida - Rentals, Entertainment & More
Talk of The Villages Florida - Rentals, Entertainment & More
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[QUOTE=Abby10;1464874]I like not having to deal with trash cans in TV. Up north, they always seem so unsightly and then there's the problem with people leaving them out too long, wind blowing them over, and they can get pretty heavy even with wheels. Never thought it was cheapness on the part of the developer - husband and I thought it was just a better way to keep the community looking nicer. If there is a major problem with bags being torn open though, I can see the reason to change the current system.
Regarding coyotes, when we were down in September, we spotted one in the vicinity of the Villages of Sanibel/Charlotte. As we rounded a bend in our golf cart, we realized that it appeared to be tracking a couple of women who were walking their small dogs. We rushed up to alert them. They said they were aware and frightened. We escorted them home hoping the golf cart noise would keep the coyote away. Fortunately, they got home safely with their dogs. I said to my husband, instead of being on community watch, we were on coyote watch that night! [/QUOTE Kudos to you! Neighbors helping out.
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There is Nothing Worse Than Ripped Open Trash Bags!
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And it amazes me that no one cares that these bags do not disintegrate in the landfills. It's as though no one cares about future generations (grandchildren?) because that who these contaminates will affect. There are trash bags which are ripped open with trash and garbage strewn all over the street. Is there anything more unsightly than that??? Why do people make excuses that trash cans are unsightly and because they aren't taken back in when you think it should be done. If there are "rules" regarding when trash can be placed out, there would be "rules" for when the receptacles have to be taken back in.
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Coyote proof. Gator proof. Let's hope it does not come to needing to bear proof TV's trash. Counties roll out bear-proof trash cans as the opportunistic eaters' range expands - Orlando Sentinel
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Lions and tigers and bears.........oh my.
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Lions, Tigers, Bears - The Wizard Of Oz - YouTube
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Rumor has it, that there are many more cougars here than coyotes.
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There is no reported attack on a human, by a coyote, in the state of Florida. Southeastern coyotes do not attack pets being walked on leashes, as coyotes are opportunistic animals. They will, however, keep coming around an area where they have seen small dogs or cats running free. They will watch and wait for that opening, and they will kill your pet. But, the rules of the Villages prohibit people from letting their pets run free or tying them up outside, so, there should not be any problems with coyotes. But, there is. Every dog killed by a coyote, was illegally running free. That means the owner put their dog's life in danger as well as broke the rules of the Villages. If you love your pet, keep it on a short leash and obey the rules.
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Trash bags aren't necessary in a trash can. I never put garbage in with trash; that's what garbage disposals are for.
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If the broom fits, ride it! Last edited by Mrs. Robinson; 10-23-2017 at 10:35 PM. Reason: clarification |
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I Can't Think of a Solution
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Currently, I probably have the same one you have now (dual sided and rotating). I have not had the problem you are having and can't think of a real solution that would work. Can you attach a flag that would wave in the breeze or sit one of those plastic owl figures on top? I hate to say this, but it probably isn't a squirrel. Is it happening during the day or at night? That would tell you what it is -- rat or squirrel, but it still doesn't solve your problem. Rats have been here long before us and will be here well after we are gone. Yeah, I know; that isn't helping solve your problem, either. I'll put my thinking cap on and try to come up with something that might help you out.
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