Q I have seen mice from time to time in the area around my backyard patio. I think that they’re attracted to the water in my fountain and also to my barbecue grill. I haven’t seen them at all in my house, which is only 5 years old. I want to get rid of the mice, but putting out poison frightens me because I have a dog. So what do I do about them?
A: They’re probably inside your house, as well as outside. You need to put out traps to catch them because they can multiply very quickly. You can use tamper-resistant bait stations that will avoid problems with your pets. Hiring an exterminator may be an option to be sure the job is done safely.
For more do-it-yourself tips, go to rosieonthehouse.com. An Arizona home building and remodeling industry expert for 25 years, Rosie Romero is the host of the syndicated Saturday morning Rosie on the House radio program, heard locally from 8-11 a.m. on KNST-AM (790) in Tucson and KGVY-AM (1080) and -FM (100.7) in Green Valley. Call
888-767-4348.
