The common European cat, that is, the mongrel cat, is a feline that can procreate up to three times a year from six months of age. In addition, it must be taken into account that each litter can be made up of from 1 to 13 kittens. For this reason alone, it should be mandatory to castrate them, although we do not let them go out on the street, since an accident or confusion may arise at any time.
However, the reality is very different. Very few people take their animals to be castrated and even fewer spend their money (unfortunately, the municipalities do not help) to bring those who live on the street to operate. That is why there are so many human beings who wonder how to scare away a stray cat. Well, let's see how we can do it without doing any harm.
Put up physical barriers
A nice barrier made of wooden posts leaning out a little, a grid covered with climbing plants or vines, or even a dense hedge of cypress trees it may be more than enough to keep stray cats out of your yard and, incidentally, make it look more beautiful.
Use the citrus scent
A simple, economical and effective solution is to sprinkle citrus peels (oranges, grapefruits, lemons, etc.) in different areas of the garden. Another option is to make juices with these fruits and fill a spray bottle with them; in this way, we can spray walls, plants, and other areas. Of course, it is important to do it every 3-4 days so that the aroma is not lost.
Reserve a space
You may not have considered this possibility, but How about the idea of letting the cat into the garden? You can plant Nepeta Qatari which is a plant that they love in a corner and let the furry enjoy.
Surely with these tips you can be calm / a.