7 Animals That Might be Digging Holes in Your Yard No matter what animal is digging holes in your yard, you can discourage their presence by reducing and eliminating food and water sources.

While snakes can’t technically dig their own protective holes, they will inhabit holes in the ground that are already there – often old nests created by voles or moles.

A well-maintained yard is a source of pride and enjoyment for many homeowners. But when uninvited guests start digging holes in your yard, it can quickly become a source of frustration.

More Animals Matter: Red-eared slider turtle is three times the commitment of a dog or cat Dogs dig for a multitude of reasons, but owners can curb the behavior.

Additionally, you can spray a product called Bitter Apple in these areas. It's a safe deterrent to prevent animals from chewing on cords or other items that might help discourage digging.

Wombats have been spotted helping other animals access water in drought-ravaged regions of Australia. These accidental heroes have been burrowing into an underground pool of water located on a ...

However, if you have digging pests, plant bulbs deeper. Animals typically dig about 4 to 6 inches down into the soil. If you plant deeper, they may not even notice the bulbs.