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We used a fertilizer in our front flower bed that sent a 'come hither' message to every kitty for miles around. Moth balls was the cheap and easy solution. Once the cats were offended by our new and disgusting aroma, they abandoned us. The challenge is to distribute the moth balls so that they cause no harm and, of course, so you can remove them when the deed is done. We put our moth balls in those green plastic containers that strawberries are packed in. I know you won't enjoy smelling like Grandma's closet but it only took a week at most and then we were able to take the moth balls away. Polly

"lyn5" I have a screened in patio that I spend a lot of time on--however the

Lemon Ammonia works well in getting rid of the tom cats and the smells they leave behind.

Kate T. South Mississippi

On the wood part, the best thing I know of is an enzyme-based odor eliminator. Nature's Miracle for Cats works pretty well. It's not a cover-up, the enzymes break down the bacteria that's causing the odor. For it to work, you'd need to soak it, and keep it damp for at least a couple of days. To prevent a repeat performance, Polly's suggestion for moth balls sounds good to me. Like she said though, they're very toxic to animals, the strawberry-container suggestion sounds good also. I had a neighborhood cat get into my car once and spray. P-U. The heat makes the odor even worse.

Sherry

Baking soda will absorb most odors. just put in a dish in a corner somewhere.

judy from mass

Hey y'all look - there's our other Mississippian. Kate T has appeared! She's probably giving a better solution than the moth balls. The lemon ammonia is a serious cleaner and would clean the area as well as offend the amorous kitties. Polly

Baking soda will absorb most odors. just put in a dish in a corner somewhere.

judy from mass

Petzyme is available in 1 gallon size and also smaller spray bottles. It usually helps. I hate to say it but a catch alive trap will work the best. Catch the cat. Call the owner so they can see what is going on but give them warning. If you continue to have trouble catch him again and call animal control. I used to think I didn't like cats. I have learned I mostly don't like irresponsible cat owners. : ( TAria

On the wood part, the best thing I know of is an enzyme-based odor eliminator. Nature's Miracle for Cats works pretty well. It's not a cover-up, the enzymes break down the bacteria that's causing the odor. For it to work, you'd need to soak it, and keep it damp for at least a couple of days. To prevent a repeat performance, Polly's suggestion for moth balls sounds good to me. Like she said though, they're very toxic to animals, the strawberry-container suggestion sounds good also. I had a neighborhood cat get into my car once and spray. P-U. The heat makes the odor even worse.

Sherry

to soak the wood. Maybe in time it will work. Yes the 90's temp and 90"s hu= midity has NOT helped. PU is right. Cant seem to follow the cats home, and = right now there are a lot of owners I dont like . lol Lemon amonia is next :)

lyn

Buy a dog and let him out to chase the cat.

and the moth balls work second best!

amy in CNY

Yes, well.

Moth balls aren't going to leave a $800 and still rising vet's bill :-(

Lizzy

I probably shouldn't have mentioned moth balls. For all I know, moths are an endangered species. Did you see the carrying-on because Obama killed a fly? Polly

"Lizzy Taylor" amy >> Buy a dog and let him out to chase the cat.

Not seen that over here. It's just the dog/cat thing is touching a VERY raw nerve at the moment. Our Rocky cat was back at the vet for more surgery this week. The "neighbour" whose dogs made the attack blames the cat for not running! This cat had never met an aggressive dog before - the other neighbouring dog is so old and deaf she no longer bothers with cats.

Moth balls sound fine to me :-)

Lizzy

Get a real dog ~ ~

Karen, Queen of Squishies

lol lol right Karen --Cassie actually either likes cats or is afraid of them :) A real dog she is not :) lyn

Part of the water shortages in CA is due to a fish or guppy that the greenies seem worried about. A farmer up in the valley had big problems because of a rat. A rat of all things. A man's livlihood is doomed by a rat. How about a fly? Those are being protected in the county here in one location. I am sure there is a moth that is endangered somewhere. I hope someone smacks them all before some do-gooder finds them.

I am so sorry about your kitty Lizzy. Being an inside kitty might be a good choice with your neighbors. I hope he heals and is out of pain soon. Taria

Obama killing a fly was the major news item for the morning downunder.What a sensation.

Dee in Oz