Stop Cats from Defecating on Property

Cat faeces is a problem for many people, especially those with young children. There are a few methods for keeping them away.

Steps

 * 1) Get a sonic cat-chaser. The ones for moles also work pretty well.
 * 2) See if you can track down some lion dung to use as fertilizer. It sounds weird, but a lot of zoos sell it. The theory is the cats smell the lion and, understandably, choose to stay clear.
 * 3) Try not to leave sand pits or freshly dug earth accessible. These are their favorite places.
 * 4) With some cats, brightly-colored plastic buckets etc. keep them away. Haven't the faintest idea why, but it's worked for me in the past.
 * 5) Plant marigolds in gardens you don't want cats in, they don't like the smell.
 * 6) If there are a few specific cats causing a problem and nothing else works, you can 'train' them with a water-pistol. Allow them onto your property, but when they start defecating, give them a quick squirt. It does them no harm, and they may get the message.
 * 7) See also the related article concerning how to trap and remove a stray cat. http://www.wikihow.com/Control-Stray-Cats

Tips

 * Short grass may not stop them doing it, but it makes it more visible if you happen to go outside in bare feet.

Related Tips and Steps

 * How to Remove Cat Urine from Wood Floors
 * How to Dog Proof the Cat's Litterbox
 * How to Litter Train a Cat
 * How to Prevent Cats From Using a Garden As a Litter Box