Asked on Oct 11, 2015
What can be used to deter cats from using a yard as a litterbox?
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My daughter has purchased her first home and has been doing a lot of yard work. She is having problems with the cats in the area using her yard as the community litter box. She has 2 new puppies and does not want to use chemicals. Any help would be appreciated.
8 answers
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Since there are many ways to deter the cats I have found this website for you.pets,thenest.com./natural-cat repellant tips.
Janet Pizaro
on Oct 12, 2015
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we have had the same problem here.either spray lemon all around or if you can get a ghost chilli or another strong chilli put it around the outside of the property. chilli works the best. Good luck Michaela x
Michaela Karen Davies
on Oct 12, 2015
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We use mothballs...keeps cats, raccoons, etc., away and doesn't seem to bother our dog.
Cbr2587810
on Oct 12, 2015
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I use black pepper. I get bulk size containers of common black pepper and sprinkle it in those areas the cats like to use. This is generally a place with soft dirt or sand. Cats (and dogs) don't like strong smells, also pepper won't hurt them other than make them sneeze. You may have to reapply the pepper after rain or watering until the cats learn to stay away. I also like to use pinecones. The roughness discourages digging for animals. I live around pine trees, so cones are a natural design element for me too. Good luck!
Heather
on Oct 12, 2015
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i put orange and lemon peels all over my garden to keep my neighbors cat out and it worked he has not used my garden any more for his bathroom.
Jeanette
on Oct 12, 2015
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Cats abhor strong smelling anything. I have two cats and a food garden with no fencing... So, I built them an outdoor litter box just for them on the other side of the house. Since these cats aren't yours, try spraying anything with strong smelling essential oil, like rosemary, cinnamon, etc. The good news is that once they learn to keep out, they'll remember... but no time to delay! The longer they are allowed to do it, the harder it will be to retrain them! Also, since you have to dogs, brush them and put their dog hair around the borders of your property... a little scent can go a long way! Good Luck!
Pis2225486
on Oct 13, 2015
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Thank You for the help, You have given me several options. Time to cook up something in the backyard.
Cynthia.pieters
on Oct 13, 2015
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The mothballs are in closed containers with perforated tops. There is no danger to any child or animal. The cats still don't like the smell.
Cbr2587810
on Oct 13, 2015
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