The Best Cat Repellents in 2022

If you are looking for a physical boundary to help keep your cat only where they should be, then check out this indoor radio fence from PetSafe.  The kit comprises of a radio transmitter that creates an electronic barrier to cover an area with a 10ft radius. However, you will need to buy the receiver collar separately. Once up and running, the collar will sound a warning tone if your cat gets too close to the ‘no-go zone’, ramping up to a short static sensation from the collar if he oversteps the boundary. The whole device is pet-safe and won’t harm your cat, who should soon learn where he is not wanted. For larger spaces, you can also pair the transmitter with other Indoor Radio Fence devices to create a tailored boundary that works for your garden or home. 

Our Outdoor Pick is this super-impressive looking cat deterrent for outdoor use, offering motion-activated protection of your garden or yard. Ideal for repelling a whole host of animals, the Yard Enforcer uses water to spray in the direction of the unwanted critter. The smart thing about the Yard Enforcer is that it can detect motion in both daylight and at night-time, giving you 24-hour vigilance. The premium price-tag means you get premium extra features too, including an intelligent sensor that can tell the difference between a moving cat and wind in a nearby tree. You also get three detection modes and the infrared sensor can catch cat movement up to 40 feet away. Made from weather durable metal, this cat repellent operates on four AA batteries and is efficient with its water use. Plus, you can also use the Yard Enforcer as a straight-up garden sprinkler, thanks to the 30-minute water cycle option.

Straightforward and versatile, this plastic scat mat from Homarden is a convenient way to keep your cat from wandering where they shouldn’t. And, at 13ft in length, it is a good option to also use in the garden. The whole mat rolls up for storage, is wide enough to stop the more devious cat from jumping across it and the surface spikes create a prickle strip that can effectively repel but not harm your kit. Lay on the floor in front of your couch or on top of a kitchen table, along the edge of your flower border to stop your cat from digging or wrap around a tree to deter them from climbing, the Homarden Scat Mat has plenty of application. Use alone, or with other scat mats if you need to cover a larger area, they are also durable and can be rinsed clean for repeated use.

If you have a cat that doesn’t respect boundaries or scratches up your furniture, then this smart indoor spray pet deterrent from PetSafe can help you regain control. Using an odorless spray, you set the SSCAT near to wherever your cat is playing up and the motion sensor will trip when they come within three feet. This harmless spray deterrent – which also senses your pet’s body heat – is intended to move them away so that your cat quickly learns the no-go zones. Ideal for use on kitchen counter tops, by furniture or trash cans, the SSCAT can also be used on the inside of doors into rooms you want to be a no-cat zone. Each canister gives around 100 sprays and there’s nothing in the spray to harm your pet, furniture or surfaces. The SSCAT motion sensor runs on four AAA batteries, which are not included in the initial pack. But for less than $30, SSCAT tops our best cat repellents list.

Don’t let your furniture get into a sticky situation with your cat or kitten’s claws by using these simple but effective sticky strips that can be safely placed directly on a range of fabrics and surfaces. Each pack contains 24 invisible sticky strips that can be easily fixed in place. And if your cat touches the strips as they try to climb onto the furniture, they will experience an unpleasant but perfectly safe sensation under their paws. Odor-free and made with medical-grade adhesive, the Sticky Paws strips won’t harm your cat or the surface of your furniture or belongings and are an easy solution to keeping your pet away from where they are not meant to be.

Save your couch and soft furnishings with a simple spray, thanks to this scratch deterrent that creates an invisible guard for your personal belongings. Made from all-natural ingredients, including rosemary and astragalus as well as cat pheromones, this pet-safe repellent is easy to use and will quickly send your kit away with its scent. The formula is fast-acting, will not stain your belongings and has no discernible scent we humans can detect. And a little goes a long way. Pet MasterMind’s cat spray is fast gaining a reputation as one of the most effective scratching prevention tools you can use to control your claw-happy cat as it can also stop their territory marking habits in their tracks. However, it is not effective with all cats, although they do state this on the product.

If organic ingredients are important to you, then Colton’s Naturals cat repellent spray will hit the spot. Available in a handy 32-ounce spray bottle, you only get natural peppermint and citronella oil, both known to smell yucky to cats but won’t do them, you or your garden any harm. Spray on those spots in your garden where felines like to frequent, and the cat-repelling benefits can last up to 2-4 weeks. You may need to do a few sprays when you first start to build up the scent or if there is some heavy rain, but we like how long-lasting this cat repellent spray quickly becomes. All the ingredients are 100% natural and organic and is garden furniture safe, so can be used indoors or in your garage too.

This large roll of scat mat may look scary, but this great value prickle mat is an excellent deterrent without causing any harm to trespassing cats, as well as other garden animals.  The mat is made from flexible, durable plastic designed for outdoor use that features one-inch spikes to create an uncomfortable surface when stepped without hurting their feet. Each roll is 78 inches long and can be cut into smaller pieces for tailored cat repelling protection. Add to the edge of your porch or garden borders, this prickle mat can even be wrapped so a good option to keep your cats off your garden or household furniture. It may not quite work on tiny cats or small paws but for fully grown and inquisitive kits, this is an affordable, effective way to keep them away.

With peppermint oil, lemongrass and citronella, this ‘mace’ spray is a quick and easy way to deter felines without any harmful chemicals. 100% organic, this all-natural cat mace builds up to create a ‘sensory barrier’ that will deter those feline garden visitors. Weather-resistant, this is a spray to keep handy on your porch to tackle cat visits as they happen, but with repeated spraying over several weeks, you can also build up a decent level of protection and quickly train those strays to stay away. It’s the smell and taste of this natural spray that cats cannot tolerate but the ingredients are non-toxic so not harmful to pets, you or your garden. Cat Mace is also safe to use on indoor areas such as basements and storage areas. Although you do have to keep repeating, Cat Mace is quick, effective and for around $20, good value as it’s pretty long-lasting too.

If you are having trouble with your kit marking out their territory in your home or garden, then let Liquid Fence’s repellent spray get things back under control. Ideal to use on lawns, shrubs, trees, patios, and anywhere you don’t want your cat to wander, this pre-mixed spray is ready to use, whenever needed. And it lasts too, with one bottle covering up to 500 square feet. Using pet-safe and proven pet-repelling ingredients, such as citronella oil, cinnamon, and garlic, this repellent also works on other animals, including wild visitors to your garden. Simply spray the problem area and then repeat as needed, with one application lasting up to a week, without harming your garden or vegetation.