Nuisance Behavior

Disturbing Gardens:

• The Coleus Canina plant, a weed originating in Europe, is known as the "Scardy-Cat" or "Pee-off" plant because it emits an odor offensive to cats but can’t be smelled by humans.  Plant them about 3 feet apart around the area you want protected.  A google search will direct you to dealer where these plants can be purchased
• For protecting gardens or flower beds, common household items may be effective, including planting or sprinkling herb rue.    Orange and lemon peels are a deterrent.  Also citrus smells, cayenne pepper, coffee grounds, pipe tobacco, citronella oil, mustard oil and lavender oil.  
• Havahart Get Away dog & cat repellent has a lemon scent, lasts 7-10 days and needs to be reapplied after rain or new growth. Model 5400; 32 oz. bottle sells for $14.16. To order online go to: 
  http://www.havahart.com/search?page=1&search=cat%20repellent

Strong Urine Smells

Fighting

Yowling

The above nuisance behaviors are easily controlled when a cat is spayed or neutered.   See TNR for more information