Remove food sources
Secure trash cans with tight lids
Clean up spilled pet food immediately
Do not leave birdseed or compost exposed
Block access to crawl spaces, sheds, and under decks
Install motion-activated sprinklers
Use motion-activated lights
Place citrus peels or commercial cat repellents in problem areas
Spread rough mulch, pine cones, or gravel in garden beds
Cover soil with chicken wire or garden mesh
Use scent deterrents approved for outdoor use
Keep pets indoors or supervised
Repair holes in fences and barriers
Add fence toppers or cat-proof fencing
Remove hiding spots like brush piles and clutter
Contact local animal control or a humane trap-neuter-return group
Use humane live traps only if allowed by local law
Ask neighbors to keep their cats indoors
Report persistent nuisance cats to local authorities