Wild and stray animals carry diseases and can behave in unpredictable ways. If there is a risk of collision with a potentially sick or aggressive cat, it is best to protect yourself from close contact. But even when the cat is loved and domestic, his presence is not always desirable - he is superfluous in the carpentry workshop or in the baby's crib. The cat and cat scarer solves this problem with minimal human effort.

Such devices differ in the principle of operation, but they have the same goal - to restrict the animal's access to premises where it should not enter. The repeller will be useful:

  • outside the city or in the summer at the dacha, where local cats come;
  • at the entrance of an apartment building where a feline family has settled, which spreads dirt and puts its own order;
  • at a catering enterprise, if animals try to enter the kitchen;
  • if a baby was born in the family, and the cat is jealous of him and tries to attack;
  • if the house has a basement where the animal should not enter, because it will be difficult to find it, but it is dangerous for it to be there;
  • if the playground was chosen by yard cats.

Types of scarers

The range of electronic devices can be divided into three categories: ultrasonic, water and spray repellents. The first two types have a motion detection mechanism (infrared sensor) and turn on only after they receive a signal about the presence of a moving object in the field of view. The spray must be sprayed on its own in those places where the cat cannot be.

Weitech WK-0600 CIX

On a note! All described models of scarers are safe for animals. Ultrasound is non-damaging, sprays are free of toxins - both options are simply unpleasant for the cat and reinforce the negative impression of trying to enter the restricted area.

Ultrasound

The range of audio frequencies perceived by the human ear is 20 Hz to 20 kHz (20,000 Hz). The cat also hears much higher sounds - with a frequency of 50 to 60 kHz. This means that the range of frequencies perceived by the cat's hearing overlaps with the ultrasound region: many of the sounds perceived by cats are not available to us. Therefore, it became possible to invent a device that emits a loud sound uncomfortable for an animal (more than 100 dB), which does not interfere with people in any way.

Most of the ultrasonic scarers operate in the frequency range from 20 kHz, but there are a number of devices (for example, EcoSniper LS-937 CD) with a lower lower frequency threshold (16-23 kHz). An adult person will not hear such a sound, but a child has a more sensitive hearing - it is likely that he will perceive it. In any case, you should pay attention to the minimum frequency of the selected repeller.

Ultrasonic Repeller AD-100

The device is most often equipped with an infrared motion sensor, which automatically gives a signal to start radiation if it detects an animal in the field of view. Many of the ultrasonic cat repellents are outdoor, that is, they are adapted for use in summer cottages and have a convenient design for installation on the ground. Others, like the EcoSniper LS-937 CD, are attached to the wall of a residential building or garage.

Additional information: Ultrasound does not pass through obstacles, reflecting off smooth surfaces. If the device is installed in a bedroom, it will not work in the kitchen or other rooms.

Important! Its effectiveness depends on how the repeller is directed during installation: the viewing angle should cover the area where a cat may appear.

Water repeller

It can be installed on the street, for example, in a summer cottage, and directed at a fence over which a neighbor's cat likes to climb. The principle of operation of such a device is similar to the principle of operation of ultrasound: a motion sensor informs the device about the presence of an animal, and a powerful jet of liquid is released in the desired direction. The area that can be protected in this way reaches 150 m². When choosing such a device, in addition to the power source, you need to think about the source of water supply.

Flavored spray

This method of scaring an animal differs from the previous ones in that you have to independently determine which places need to be protected from the visit of the animal, and treat them with an odorous composition. It is most convenient to use the spray indoors, because outside the smell will quickly disappear or be washed off by rain.

Important! When using sprays, you need to be careful: stains may remain on thin and light-colored fabrics after using them.

How to choose

Bat Repeller

Ultrasonic cat and cat repeller is more effective for the street, but also the most expensive. Of all the manufacturers, the most popular are:

  • Weitech (Belgium);
  • EcoSniper (Russia);
  • Tornado (Russia);
  • Dazer (USA, these are devices of local action, they are used for training dogs, weaning cats from jumping on tables and self-defense).

On a note!Other firms also have their advantages, for example, Sititek has released a line of models that run on solar panels.

When choosing an ultrasonic repeller, you need to consider:

  • Viewing angle. The device can be both wide-acting - so that strangers do not enter your yard, and directional - for example, to wean the pet from playing on the kitchen table, like a portable Dazer-2 (it does not have a motion sensor, since it turns on when the animal approaches by the person himself ).
  • Range of action (both area and radius can be specified). For example, Tornado 115 protects an area with a radius of 15 m from cats, and Weitech WK 0055 is responsible for an area of ​​200 m².
  • The presence of a built-in motion sensor if the device is not portable. There are models that do not have it and emit ultrasound constantly, but they are uneconomical due to the high energy consumption.
  • Availability of additional functions. Some models have amplifiers in the form of a siren or light flashes.
  • Features of nutrition. On the market there are both models with batteries and built-in accumulators, and those powered by a 220 V network.
  • Tightness. This is a fundamental nuance for those who need to scare away animals in the open air.
  • What time of year the repeller will be used. A battery-powered portable device will not work properly outdoors in winter at temperatures below -5 ° C.
  • Where it will be located. As a rule, after answering this question, other tasks are also solved quickly.

Weitech WK 0055

Example

The emitter must be installed opposite the gazebo where the family dines. It is worth choosing a stand-alone device or taking care of the presence of an outlet nearby to connect it. A viewing angle of 90 ° is suitable, like the Weitech WK 0052, and a radius of 15-16 m is enough, like most models. If savings are important, it would be better to opt for domestic producers.

With your own hands

Wasp Repeller

You can make a cat repeller yourself. You will need products with a sharp, unpleasant odor for the animal, water and a spray bottle. Flavors can be:

  • essential oils (orange, lemon, lavender, rosemary);
  • vinegar;
  • onion and garlic;
  • coriander, cinnamon, pepper;
  • lemon or orange zest, mashed and squeezed.

The assembly scheme is simple: the ingredients are mixed in proportion to provide a pungent flavor. The mixture should be sprayed in places where the cat should not appear, and the smell will need to be renewed every few hours.

When using any scarers, you must remember about safety. You cannot send a signal to the animal for the sake of a joke, as it will cause him severe discomfort.If the ultrasonic emitter is installed indoors, the cat should be able to freely leave the area of ​​its action - only in this case it remains a truly humane method of protection.