>> So far it’s only been chipmunks terrorizing the gardens over the years. <<

https://www.thespruce.com/how-to-keep-chipmunks-out-of-garden-6746297

https://www.marthastewart.com/8244424/how-keep-chipmunks-out-garden

A trick that often works for burrowing prey animals in general: fill their burrows with well-used kitty litter.

>> I have to get the electric fence back in order for the larger critters. <<

That ought to work.

>> I hope to get some gladiolus bulbs in a couple of weeks. <<

I have some that I need to plant.

>> Our daffodils are past, the jonquils are in full bloom, and the narcissus buds are close. The apple tree has peaked and the blueberries flowering.<<

Yay!