What’s the best cat repellent spray?

The only way if you can find out if a cat repellent spray works for you is if you test it out, as there are so many factors that will determine if it will be successful in deterring cats from entering your garden. However, there are some leaders on the market. It is worth checking out their online reviews to see what previous customers say about how effective they are.

Some popular cat repellent sprays on the market include: 

1. Get Off Spray Cat Repellent

Get Off spray cat repellent is an effective treatment, ideal for both indoor and outdoor use, that discourages cats and dogs from fouling or from using faeces and urine to mark their territory.

Get Off Spray contains harmless but effective deterrent scents and Methyl Nonyl Ketone 3.47% w/w. that will discourage even the most persistent cats and dogs from further fouling or making in the same place.

Get Off cat repellent spray is safe if used as directed but it does comes with safety precautions. You should avoid using it near ponds and on edible crops and you should not apply to delicate garden plants or house plants as this may cause ‘spot burning’. It is also vital not to use this spray where human or animal food or water could be contaminated.

2. Bitter Apple Cat Repellent Spray

Bitter Apple cat repellent spray is exactly what the name describes. It is the same formula which is used to discourage nail-biting and thumb-sucking in humans. The taste is excruciatingly bitter and discourages cats from chewing plants, electrical wiring and other surfaces which have been treated with this bitter apple spray.

3. Nature’s Miracle – No More Spraying and Pet Block Repellent Spray

These multi-purpose sprays contain natural pet stain and odour removers to prevent cats from revisiting and spraying the same spot twice. When used to clean an area previously sprayed by a cat, this spray eliminates existing stains and odours leaving behind lemongrass and cinnamon scents to repel the cat when they return.

4. Ssscat! Repellent Spray

Ssscat! repellent spray works with two components: a motion detector on top of a repellent spray can with an auxiliary high-pitched alarm. After several encounters with the harmless, veterinarian-approved cat repellent spray, cats will usually respond to the alarm alone and keep away from the area. This is very useful for training cats to get off kitchen surfaces and tables as you don’t have to be in the room to tell them off. Clever!

5. Doff Cat Repellent Spray

This spray is for outdoor use only and should not be used inside. Simply spray the formula around the area which requires protection and repeat the application when necessary. This spray is versatile enough to be applied to whatever surface you wish to protect including driveways, grass, patios or flower beds.

This is a multi-functional spray as it also protects the plants in your garden from any damage from cat fouling.

6. Homemade Cat Repellent Spray

The advantage of homemade cat repellent sprays is that you know exactly what goes into them – there are no hidden nasties or chemicals Get a trigger spray cheaply from your local garden centre or homeware shop and then create your own natural repellent. Just spray it where you want your cat to avoid. It will neutralise the area and your cat will become disinterested in returning.  Always test homemade recipes like this on a piece of fabric to make sure they do not stain furniture or carpet.

For indoor use:

Mix apple cider vinegar and water at a 1:1 ratio. The vinegar can also be substituted for an essential oil such as citronella, lavender or lemongrass (1 part oil to 3 parts water) which all work well to deter cats

For outdoor use:

Use about 3 parts vinegar, 1 part lemon juice and 1 part rosemary and shake together well to mix.

How to use your chosen cat repellent spray

You have chosen your ideal cat repellent spray and placed your order. You have just received your animal repellent spray and you are about to put down a spray barrier to stop cats from using your garden.

Before you head off to do battle with your repellent spray in hand, here are some top tips to follow:

• Always shake your product well, as some ingredients naturally separate while they are standing. This will also assist in preventing your trigger from clogging
• If possible, always try to spray in the evening when cats first emerge
• Always apply to dry surfaces or the product will not stick as well
• Allow plenty of drying time, especially if you are using your spray indoors
• When you have finished spraying the chosen area, clean and rinse the sprayer nozzle thoroughly with water to prevent clogging