My little kitty, keeps climbing my tree, knocking off the top star and chewing on it. Right now, I have her locked up in my room with me so that she can't access the tree but I don't think its working out so well for the both of us...
2006-12-20 05:05:27 · 19 answers · asked by HolyFuck 2 in Pets ➔ Cats
a spray bottle with a bit of water in it to spray her with when she does it or a soda can with some small rocks in it to shake and startle her when she try to climb. she is just haven a bit of kitty fun,all you need to do is relate this action as a no no to her in a non harm full way
2006-12-20 05:11:29 · answer #1 · answered by bad boy 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Cats climb trees. It is a normal part of their life. You can try some of these things listed here if it makes you feel better but the simple fact is. Cats climb trees.
Since they also jump the barrier or foil option will just cause them to jump into the tree. If the cat is small then right now it is probably just messing with things. If it jumps then it will probably pull your tree over. Spray bottle might work if there is someone there with it 24 hours a day. Locking it up will stop the problem but will also mean keeping guard on the cat until the x-mas season is over and will also damage your bond with your cat (would you like someone to spry you with water or lock you in a room by yourself for doing what comes naturally?).
The cat will outgrow climbing in a tree when it gets too big for the branches to support it's weight. Until then put a small hook in the ceiling above the tree to stabilize it (if possible) and instead of hanging ornaments on the tree you might try wrapping the wire hooks around the tree branches. For the top ornament try tieing it on with florist wire.
2006-12-20 16:08:05 · answer #2 · answered by Julie Hartford 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some cats will show mild interest when the tree is first put up, then will leave it alone. Hopefully, your cat is one of those! But more likely, and especially if you have kittens, they will be very curious and will delight in jumping on and climbing your tree. There is no sure-fire way to stop this, but there are some things you can do to keep the damage to a minimum.
Try to place your tree away from any shelving units or other furniture that can act as a launching pad for your kitty. Some people have found it helpful to attach fishing line or wire to the tree and then attach it to the ceiling or a wall. That way, if kitty does make the leap into the tree it will be less likely to topple. Stay away from breakable ornaments if possible, or place them strategically in areas of the tree that seem to be “less popular” for your cat.
Do NOT use the icicle or tinsel type of garland, as these are very attractive to cats and easily ingested. The bead type of garland is safer, but you should check it often for signs that the cat is trying to chew threw the roping.
There are usually more electrical cords in your house this time of year. Make sure these are hidden from the cats as much as possible, as they can get electrocuted if they chew on them. To make them as unobtrusive as possible, you can find covers for electrical cords that lay along the floor at home improvement or office supply stores.
There are several different types of sprays on the market that supposedly keep cats away from the items you spray with them. We here at The Cat Clinic of Roswell cannot vouch for the safety or effectiveness of any of these sprays, so use with caution.
There is a product called a Scat-Mat that keeps cats off counters, sofas, etc. by delivering a mild electric charge (similar to a static charge) when they step on it. This mat also comes in a semi-circular shape that is perfect for putting around the bottom of a tree. The product is sold through the company website, www.scatmat.com.
Many people also put a decorative gate or fence around their trees; this is good for pets as well as toddlers.
2006-12-20 13:17:01 · answer #3 · answered by WelshKiwi 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I put up my tree really early in november and left the decorations off because I just got a kitten the month before. I knew my cat was bound to try and climb it and she did, 3 times. I never left her and the tree unattended and so I was always around to correct her.
Make sure you always catch your cat climbing it. If you correct your cat everytime, it shouldn't take long before she realizes her crime isn't paying. Once my kitty got the idea, then I put the decorations on and started correcting on that too!! My kitty leaves the tree alone now. Good luck to you and your kitty! :)
2006-12-20 13:17:23 · answer #4 · answered by Mandy 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Try putting some orange peels at the base of the tree. Cats don't like the smell of citrus and will stay away from it. A plus to this is that it will make the room smell fresh also!
If you aren't into that citrus fresh smell yourself, you could use aluminum foil like others have said. Cats don't like to step on it.
Also, you could put double sided tape on the trunk of the tree. You don't have to cover it completely, just put it in a few key spots. After kitty's paws feel the tape, she won't want to go back.
Good luck!
2006-12-20 13:44:10 · answer #5 · answered by judever 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try all of the following:
-Plant hooks to ceiling - fishing line from tree to hooks from several angles. Tree won't fall.
-Carpet at base - no breakage
-Foil at base - frighten kitties
-Ballons at base - as soon as they pop one - they won't forget
-Infrared light beam security device that emits siren when cute but evil kitties come near. These are cheap at Radio Shack
-Scatmat - pressure sensitive round mat emits siren/electric charge
If you can time any horrible loud noise - that they don't associate with you - but with being near the tree - that will work. Stack some empty pots and pans - rig with string - pull string when they go near tree. Don't let them see you doing it - they must think the tree is out to get them.
Pray to the kitties Father, the DEVIL.
L,
Me
2006-12-21 14:41:15 · answer #6 · answered by bowie_strikes_thrice 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wrong question!
You shouldn’t stop your beautiful cat from climbing your Christmas tree!
Why would you have a cat if she is not allowed to participate in your traditions?
Fix your tree so that it doesn’t fall!
Let your cat climb and explore this lovely new toy.
Get rid of the top star, then: watch and enjoy!!!
2006-12-20 15:43:28 · answer #7 · answered by saehli 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I'll go for locking the kitten in your room, climbing it's a natural habit from cats it can't be avoided.
2006-12-20 13:14:15 · answer #8 · answered by Lil' Gay Monster 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Three options!
Get another tree...one for you and one for kitty
Take the tree down
Let kitty climb and enjoy the beauty of cats
2006-12-20 13:11:37 · answer #9 · answered by riptide_71 5 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Why stop her from doing it, kitty climbing the xmas tree is really cute don't you think?
2006-12-20 13:28:43 · answer #10 · answered by auraming 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋