Things You'll Need
- Spray bottle (2)
- Vinegar
- Sponge or old washcloth
Instructions
Fill a spray bottle with tap water and keep it near the tree. When the cat approaches the tree, spray the cat with the water. Cats hate water and will quickly run away after you spray them. You need to do this on a consistent basis to train the cat to stay away from the tree.
Fill another small spray bottle with equal parts vinegar and water. Spray the base and bottom branches of the tree. Vinegar is a great cat repellant because cats hate the smell. Because vinegar and water evaporate, you need to spray the plastic trees every few days.
Soak a sponge or old washcloth in vinegar. Place the sponge or washcloth near the base of the tree. This method also deters cats from the tree. This method may be more suitable if you have electric lights on the Christmas tree and don't want to spray any liquid on the tree. Again, replace the sponge or washcloth every few days after the vinegar evaporates.