Remove food sources, including pet food, bird seed, and uncovered trash
Keep garbage cans tightly sealed
Clean up fallen fruit and outdoor food scraps
Block access to sheltered areas under decks, porches, and sheds
Use motion-activated sprinklers
Place citrus peels, coffee grounds, or commercial cat deterrents in problem areas
Install physical barriers such as fencing or netting
Cover garden beds with mulch, pinecones, or rough-textured ground cover
Use ultrasonic cat deterrent devices
Eliminate hiding spots by trimming dense bushes and clearing clutter
Wet down areas where cats frequently dig or rest
Ask neighbors to keep their cats indoors or supervised
Contact local animal control or a humane trap-neuter-return group if stray cats are involved