Depression Support Group

Depression is a real and debilitating condition that is often misunderstood by family and friends. Its meaning can range from a prolonged period of sadness to an actual mental illness with specific symptoms. Find and share experiences with others who are going through the same struggles.

20,075 Members
158,781 Posts
4 Online
Mental Health
/ Depression Support Group

Urgent...need cat advice!

deleted_user
deleted_user
I have chased my cat out of our christmas tree atleast 10 times yesterday and 20 this morning. I am afraid to decorate the tree now because I have ornaments from each year of my kids lives and they cannot be replaced. How do you keep cats out of your christmas tree? I know that this is not an urgent matter and that some may feel that this is taking up valuable space on the board. For this I apologize. But, if I dont figure out something I will suffer mentally. Trust me.
deleted_user
deleted_user
ahh that is the million dollar question...we tried puttin pepper on the tree that stopped two of three cats. Unfortunately the tomcat is just odd and climbed whilst sneezing.
deleted_user
deleted_user
oh oh! i'm still sexy doctor who woo hoo!
deleted_user
deleted_user
I understand your pain!!!! I try not to hang anything very dangly or sparkly near the bottom of the tree, as these decorations seem to attract the girls! They havent, as yet, tried to "Climb" the tree....is that what your cat is doing?
deleted_user
deleted_user
It will be difficult, they are 'tricky little boggers' I don't think sprays or anything will work. I can only suggest you replace the expensive and sentimental ornaments with cheaper ones. Curiosity has never killed my cats.
deleted_user
deleted_user
cats HATE the feel of aluminum/tin foil..may look crap a few days to put it around the bottom, but might repel him.
they also sell sprays that repel cats in most pet stores...worth a looksee ;)
deleted_user
deleted_user
my cat sleeps in the branches of the tree, it's so cute.
deleted_user
deleted_user
Pepper I will try.

abfab the tree isnt even decorated yet. just plain standing there. she goes up to the top and climbs the branches.lol. then she peeks her head out of it to look around.

this is going to be a disaster.lol.
deleted_user
deleted_user
Oh God Pixie.....Im sorry I cant help with that one...except..."Dont put your tree up until xmas eve...and take it down boxing day!!!"...lol sorry..
deleted_user
deleted_user
writing this list..tin foil a water bottle pet spray new ornaments.lol. bahhumbug!
Testycatlady
Testycatlady
It is a problem worthy of asking Pixiedst. For this year until your cat gets used to having a tree around try only putting up ornaments that can not break. You may also find and buy special sprays to spray on the tree and around it that have a sent cats hate. They are sold in the pet isles of Walmart, as well at most pet supply stores. They are designed to keep cats of furniture and may work for your tree.
deleted_user
deleted_user
LOLOLOL and funnier nature...i was coming BACK to suggest the spray bottle!!!!! rofl
SNAP! lololol
deleted_user
deleted_user
great minds...or lotsa brat cats in our lives!! lol
i've had my furniture covered in foil before..lololol..and spray bottles handy in every room b4!
only 1 cat now...and shes an old girl. :)
deleted_user
deleted_user
This worked for us. Take a few pop cans, put some pennies or something that will rattle in them and tape shut. Each time you see the cat go near the tree, throw one near him/her. They do not like the rattle or the can thrown near them. After a couple days of doing this. All you have to do is pick up the can and rattle it, when you see them going for the tree. They will hear the noise and stop going near it.
deleted_user
deleted_user
jane and nature the two of you are having way too much fun this am.lol.

So spray her and yell tinkerbell. then she will run?

Do you think a fire hose would work quicker?lol.
Testycatlady
Testycatlady
I found a repellent spray containing orange scent that works wonderfully for my 10 cats. Maybe yours was based on a different scent NatureBab...
Posts You May Be Interested In
  • GrassIsGreen

    acknowlodging

    Posted by: GrassIsGreen
    Last Reply: GrassIsGreen
    15
    I have been here before, a long long time ago and now I am back.Forgive me for not just saying what I want to say,even under a triple dose of antidepressants it is still raw and seeping and I am hesitant at revealing it as at least under the bandages around my heart I don,t have to look at how raw and wounded.My child was cleaved from my heart by his own actions. my child of ten,turning eleven...
  • irishwriter

    come unwind in the bp lounge

    Posted by: irishwriter
    Last Reply: MayB
    7908
    theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??