Last year I had trouble with what I assume were either rabbits or squirrels, eating up my vegetable garden. I had watermelons and pumpkins just starting to bud the fruit, and either a squirrel or rabbit ate the budding fruits parts. I don't think it's rabbits, as I haven't seen any of them since we got rid of the shed they lived under 2 years ago.
Other than taking out the pellet gun and shooting my cat's dinner, is there anything I can do to keep critters from eating my veggies & fruits?