These work best if moved around the yard every few days so that they are not always in the same place. Remember, if you see one deer or elk on the road, others are very likely to be nearby. In areas where deer are common, shrub and tree damage may be a problem. Deer repellents or mixtures containing eggs have proven successful in warding off deer. These repellents are available commercially.
Barriers are often the most effective long term solution to deer and elk damage.
Netting can be used over low growing plants and shrubs. Wire cylinders or cages can be use to protect individual plants or small trees. Fences are often the best solution around gardens and high value commercial crops. Many fence designs using many different materials have been used with success. Skunks Keep them out of house foundations and basements by burying wire mesh 18 inches underground around these structures or by using concrete or sheet metal to seal likely access points.