Why do cats like to dig in the ground?
The wild cat buries its legacies in loose soil. This is exactly how outdoor animals behave, who roam through gardens all day and only come home in the evening. For these animals it is natural to use loose soil as a toilet. Basically there is nothing wrong with that. However, when the lovely kittens crouch in the flower pots every day and throw the whole earth out while burrowing, the matter becomes annoying.
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Ways to prevent cats from digging
There are several ways to do this. However, you may have to try several variants, as the velvet paws are clever Little animals act that can see through some defensive tricks and come up with something new to get there come.
- Potting soil Cover with foil, a chore that has to be repeated every evening. If the foil is not attached properly, the cat will scratch it off the pot.
- Placing pebbles on the surface of the earth is effective, but does not prevent every cat from digging
- A cover with large stones is helpful on large flower pots, the cat cannot put them away
- Special pot protection from the trade, several interconnected rings that are attached to the flower pot. The cat cannot reach the earth and loses pleasure.
- Cats are sensitive to citrus scents, which are uncomfortable for their noses. So place pots with lemongrass or lemon balm between the flower pots. Fragrance dispensers with a lime scent or similar also have an effect.
- fine Wire mesh(€ 17.32 at Amazon *) Wrap around the pots, works, but is unsightly
- Flower pot protector made of elastic fabric, new product on the market. It is an elastic bag in black or white that can be pulled over the flower. There is a recess for the handle. The cat does not reach the earth, but the bag is a matter of taste.
- Sometimes it helps to sprinkle the potting soil with a little pepper. Cats don't like the smell.