Cole's Wild Bird Products FS08 Flaming Squirrel Seed Sauce, 8-Ounce

This is my fourth or fifth time buying this product.So, here is what I do…Every time after I fill my bird feeder, I will then take an ice cream bucket (with a lid) and mix the next round of bird seed with this and organic cayenne pepper.That way the seeds marinate in this oil for about a week or two before going into the feeder.However, after marinating, I strongly advise for you to only open the ice cream container when you’re outside, about to fill the feeder, because the spice is so strong that even my pets will not come within a couple feet from it before they squint and run away.I also think that marinating it prevents the spice from rinsing off in the rain or snow, and my garden below it doesn’t seem bothered.Some helpful suggestions (when handling this product) would be to…mix with your back to the wind, double plastic bag the marinated ice cream bucket and store away from moisture. The best way to get it off your hands is to wash with soap and water, then moisturize with coconut oil and let that sit a second, then wash your hands (again) with soap and water.My bird feeder is a tray and since I’ve been adding marinated seeds the squirrels won’t even go to that branch. But the chickadees, a couple of cardinal families, one blue jay, and a pair of mourning doves LOVE it and are daily regulars, along with migratory birds.

Squirrels seem to even smell this and disappear. With this, your bird food is SAFE!!e

The media could not be loaded. I thought this would be the game changer in my squirrel war after trying three different hot seed brands…This was no better.The day after cleaning out the feeder and loading it back up, one of the neighborhood squirrels parked on it and chowed down for 40 minutes straight. They didn’t seem to taste anything different.The bottle had easy to follow the directions and I mixed up a double-dose on a 10-pound batch of seed.Not much left in the bottle after that.I was hoping it would at least slow the squirrels down so the feed would last longer, but I don’t see that happening either.Nice concept, but no value when it comes to southern squirrels. I don’t see a reason to purchase it again.

Update. I increased my rating because after a week, I definitely noticed a reduction is squirrel activity. They still nibble, but they don't hang out all day. That's a win for me!well, my squirrels (plural) really could care less about this stuff. I put 2 tablespoons on a pound of seed, way more than needed, and four of those buggers sat there and drained the feeder for 3 days in a row. So at least for me, its a no go.BTW, use gloves, as it really is spicy!

Cole’s Flaming Squirrel Seed Sauce made my squirrels disappear & made my birds happier!! I love my birds & have multiple feeders. Over the years the squirrel population at my feeders increased. Early 2019 they took over. Squirrel proof bird feeders along with any type of squirrel blocker never kept them away. I tried the rodent spray/multiple things, nothing made the squirrels go away until I finally choose to purchase Cole’s Seed Sauce! With time & patience I was squirrel-free!! I was relieved & along with my birds, HAPPY. I read many reviews. I hope this one helps you. #1 Preparation & Dedicated Time #2 Keeping yourself safe #3 Following the instructions #4 The clean up. It took some time but it works for me. I had a major squirrel problem & I haven’t seen one near my feeders in months. It took about 2 weeks for the squirrels to get a taste or smell of Cole’s sauce & they were gone!! They weren’t hanging from my feeders or even on the ground eating dropped feed. Indeed GONE! Yes, I initially was worried on how the sauce would impact my birds. After about a week I was seeing more birds than ever! They do love their feed with this sauce. I solely use sunflower seeds. I have so much to share from my experience so you too can feel the relief I did in NOT seeing squirrels & truly enjoying my birds. •The bottle is securely closed. It’s recommended to use gloves & avoid exposing it to your skin. This is vital as it has a hot sting to it & the smell is one you do not want to inhale. “Flaming” indeed. These words are from my experiences & I now have a simple procedure in place. I use 1 big steel bird feed holder for the mixture. I have a 2nd filled with ready to use sunflower seeds. Purchasing a 2nd can was the key. Based on the directions I figured 20 pounds of bird feed needed a 1/3rd cup of sauce. It’s worked perfectly. I bought long sleeve gloves to protect my skin. Thoroughly mixing the sauce evenly with the seed is important. The birds love every seed that’s covered. Rain wetting the seed didn’t impact its purpose at all. I initially made 20lbs of seed but I’ve increased the batch to mixing 40lbs at a time because my bird population has increased & I don’t mind! The creator of this Flaming Squirrel Seed Sauce was a genius. I’m thrilled with this sauce. I realized I had to take the TIME, remain DETERMINED & practice PATIENCE in order to find SUCCESS. Commitment made my bird feeders and yard SQUIRREL-FREE. The VALUE of this sauce is substantial obviously. I always keep bottles in stock. The price fluctuates so I keep an eye on that. I absolutely recommend.