How To Keep Cats Away From Christmas Tree

How to Cat-Proof a Christmas Tree with Treated Pinecones.

How to keep cats away from christmas tree. Combining cats and Christmas trees is a surefire way to land your pet at the top of Santas naughty list. Instead of wrapping lights around the outer branch tips place them mid-branch to hide the wires. Most cats hate foil and citrus scents so wrap your tree trunk in foil and place a few lemon or orange peels around the base.

Many cats hate the feel of foil on their paws and the loud crinkling noise it makes when they walk on it. Two or three lengths of fishing line can keep climbing cats or rambunctious kids from tipping your tree. Sometimes getting a real Christmas tree is too tempting and thus keeping your cat away from it is crucial.

We did this last year and it made a HUGE difference in keeping our cat out of the Christmas tree Set up a patch of cat grass or catnip in the room but AWAY from the tree. Move or remove any decoration that your cat may mistake for a play toy. If not try another brand.

It also naturally repels bugs. Well guarantee your cat will stay away from it because cats dont like the smell of citrus. Steer your cat away.

First things first you want to give yourself a fighting chance when it comes to protecting your tree. Always go with an artificial tree if you have pets dogs AND cats because the water from the base of a real tree can be toxic to them. They also hate vinegar.

I just wanted you to know that I am a big fan of the Christmas tree defender. I used to have such a problem during the holiday season keeping my cat Sydney away from the tree. If youre worried this will take some of the holiday cheer away from your tree place the foil around the base of your tree and then cover it with a nice festive tree skirt.