Install motion-activated sprinklers
Use cat-repellent plants such as lavender, rosemary, rue, or coleus canina
Spread citrus peels around the yard
Apply commercial cat repellent granules
Cover soil with rough mulch, pine cones, or chicken wire
Use physical barriers like fencing or netting
Block access to under decks, porches, and sheds
Remove food sources such as pet food, bird seed, and garbage
Keep trash cans tightly sealed
Clean up garden beds regularly
Use motion-activated lights or noise devices
Place prickly ground covers in problem areas
Install fence toppers or angled extensions
Secure compost piles
Ask neighbors to keep their cats indoors or supervised
Use humane live traps only if allowed and necessary
Contact local animal control for persistent issues