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SHOULD I SPRAY MY CHRISTMAS TREE WITH WATER HOW TO

You can also try spraying some pine cones with Citronella and pile them around the base of the tree.ĥ.(Cats also dislike the smell of rotten apples, but you probably won’t like that smell much either!) You can also place orange peels under the tree to make your cat less likely to go near it.If it’s a fake tree, a small amount of Citronella oil shaken into a bottle of water and misted on to the tree makes it smell unpleasant to the cat but fresh and citrus-like to you. You can also try a citrus spray, as cats are also repelled by citrus odor.This will deter her without leaving a noticeable odor to human noses. If you’re still concerned prior to decorating the tree, spray it with a product called Bitter Apple.

This should deter her from trying it again and should be enough to teach her that the Christmas tree is not her playground. If your cat shows any signs of wanting to leap at or on the tree, a light spritz of water on her back and a stern “NO!” will get the point across. It is a good idea to set the tree in place, then let her in to investigate but hover in the background with the spray bottle, just in case. Fill a spray bottle with water and hang on to it. This is to provide adjustment time to the tree, as well as a possible lesson for your cat in leaving the tree well alone. Consider not decorating the tree initially. Obviously, this isn’t always possible, but if it is an option, it can be very helpful.Ĥ.

If possible, select a place for the tree that allows you to shut the door at night or when nobody is about, in order to keep the cats away from the tree.

Keep the tree in an open space that makes jumping either difficult or unlikely. If there are tempting shelves or furniture pieces to act as launchpads for kitty, she’s very likely to use them to jump onto the tree.

There should be plenty of room around the tree so that it isn’t too near climbing items.

You can use heavy duty fishing line to do this.

In addition to a solid base, anchor the tree to the wall or ceiling to help prevent it from toppling over should your cat land in the tree or pull on it.

Use a tree skirt to hide all ugly but practical safety fixes at the base of the tree (including electrical items).

Even an artificial tree should have a firm and solid base.

This will help prevent it from falling if your cat does choose to climb.

Always err on the side of caution when selecting a tree base and get one that is heavy-duty and guaranteed to stay firmly in place if the tree is knocked.

Select a strong and unwavering base for holding the tree. They don’t like putting their nails into it and it will help keep them from climbing the tree.Ģ.

For small kittens, try wrapping tinfoil around the trunk.

These can have harmful or even deadly consequences for cats and dogs (and children) who drink the water. Preservatives, pesticides, fertilizers and other agents, like aspirin, are commonly used in tree water to help keep the tree fresh. If you choose a real tree, also choose a water container that is completely inaccessible to the cat.For a kitten, a small tabletop tree might be a good choice until it grows up and is less playful and inquisitive. A small tree will be safer than a larger tree because there is less tree to crash down if things do go wrong. Here’s a few handy tips to help keep your Christmas (and your cat’s!) as safe as possible:ġ.

SHOULD I SPRAY MY CHRISTMAS TREE WITH WATER HOW TO

December is here! I spent my weekend putting up decorations, including the Christmas tree! As a household with three cats, something I have to consider is how to cat-proof my tree so we ALL can enjoy the holidays together.