Keep troublesome moggies out of your garden
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Whether or not you actually own a cat, if there are moggies in the neighbourhood, you’re likely to have experienced cat damage in your garden. Here’s how to minimise the havoc our feline friends can cause.
Destructive toileting habits can ruin cultivated lawns and beds
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Cats are notoriously independent domestic pets. Their habit of toileting outdoors in freshly raked earth can make life rather unpleasant for suburban gardeners.
They are territorial creatures, scent marking ‘their’ home ranges with scorching urine, or by scratching tree bark.
Cats are also excellent predators, and can terrorise your garden bird population.
Check your tree bark for scratch mark damage
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Cats can be quite destructive in the garden. Here’s how to spot cat damage:
Cats will sometimes chew on grass and tender leaves, but not enough to cause any real problems in your garden. Most cat damage is done as a by-product of their natural behaviours - burying their excrement and scent marking.
Install an electronic repeller to keep cats at bay
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Cats are independent creatures with a wide range. If you don’t have your own feline friend, It’s likely that any cat damage you’re experiencing is being caused by a neighbour’s cat, which can put a strain on neighbourly relationships. Here are some effective, gentle ways to deter cats from damaging your garden:
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