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Re: Eggshells and rats?

Hi,
Where did you read that eggshells attract rats? It's always interesting
to know the source, and I'm especially interested since I also have
recently started "recycling" my eggshells after reading an article by
Jerry Baker that they are good for the garden.
I rinse mine thoroughly first and then dry them in a just warm oven
before crushing them.
Might I be inviting rats into the garden?
Pat

HWGunnar@aol.com wrote:
> 
> I have a separate container just for eggshells and every now and then when it
> gets pretty full, I smash them into the smallest bits I can and sprinkle them
> on my flower or vegetable beds.  In a few weeks you can't tell they were there
> anymore.  I always thought that they were not only fairly inoffensive but also
> would be one thing that wouldn't attract vermin.  But now I read that they
> could attract rats?  I certainly don't want a rat problem!  Should I stop?
> 
> Helen
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