Medium Article about Cat Repellers: Put to the Test

I discovered a online review that tested out five cat repellers. The author did not merely browse product reviews; they literally ran real tests to determine which ones worked and what fell short. It was like someone did the dirty work so we don’t have to. Read more now on Access details.

Their first trial was a sensor-triggered spray device. Imagine a burglar alarm, only it sprays a jet of water on your plush neighbor’s feline. The article reported it worked on the spot. Cats can’t stand sudden showers. The downside? Even your own boots could get soaked, and you might forget about it.

The second repeller was an high-frequency sound machine. It emits tones that are high-frequency and invisible to us but annoying to them. The reviewer said the concept was convincing, but the results? Inconsistent. Some cats ran off, while others just stared like wise philosophers, no doubt pondering the folly of mankind for draining batteries.

Next in line was a odor-driven repellent in the form of pellets. Think of it as an invisible fence made of smell. According to the article, it worked for a while in gardens, but a shower ruined it. That meant constant re-application, which turns pricey over time. Only effective briefly, not long-term.

The fourth test involved spike mats. Not dangerous, just annoying. When a cat steps on it, they quickly realize, “No thanks, the grass is better.” The product is affordable, simple, and works well, but not aesthetically pleasing. Picture having guests over and needing to justify why your yard looks covered with plastic traps. Still, it does its job.

The fifth product was a roller-bar system, a rotating bar that turns when cats try scaling. They slip, not injured, but defeated. Reading about it was amusing, almost like a blooper reel, where the cat tries repeatedly before storming off indignantly.