Cutter wrote:
I've never had the bucket (or coffee can) thing not work for me. Its not the bucket that is scary, its the unexpected large movement (throwing the bucket) and the resulting thump that gets them. And I strongly agree with the loud noise, yell, stern voice whatever to go with it. I'm not saying it will be 100%, but I've never had a problem with it.


^this
Even better if they are a short distance away from you and don't think you can reach them. Then FLAP!!! right on the ass!

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               Shit happens, get over it and have a beer or something   

No this isn't about you. Everything in the World does not revolve around you. You are not the little ray of sunshine in everyone's day. Not everyone is going to agree with you but that doesn't mean they hate you. Grow up.