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Cats Protection has offered some handy tips - and some of them are easier than you think. Here's everything you need to know.
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New Guidance Offers Humane Solutions for Keeping Cats Out of Gardens
Cats Protection, a prominent UK cat welfare charity, has released a new public service announcement offering gardeners humane strategies to deter feline visitors from their flowerbeds. The video, shared across social media, provides five key tips aimed at preventing cats from digging or using gardens as litter trays without causing them harm. Among the recommendations are simple actions like gently shooing cats away, which can discourage their return. For physical deterrents, the charity suggests incorporating bushes, shrubs, or pebbles around plants to minimize exposed soil, making it less appealing for digging. Aromatic solutions are also proposed, with lavender and citrus peels highlighted as natural repellents that cats generally dislike, while also providing nutrients to plants. Furthermore, the video advises gardeners to consider high fences adjacent to hedges, creating a more challenging barrier for cats to navigate. Crucially, Cats Protection reminds the public that 'cats have the right to roam,' meaning they are legally permitted to enter gardens. The charity warns that 'injury or causing harm to cats by using a deterrent could end up in a fine or even a prison sentence,' underscoring the importance of humane methods. For cat owners whose own pets are the culprits, the video suggests providing an alternative open space in their garden for toileting. The organization encourages viewers to visit their website for more comprehensive advice on cat welfare.
