How to Keep Cats Out of Rooms

Cats like to go exploring, but sometimes they like to go a little too far. There are some rooms in the house that we would rather not have our cats in. While it may seem difficult, there are ways to keep cats away from objects and rooms. With these simple steps, you can help your cat begin to learn the rules of your home.

Instructions

1. Keep the door closed to rooms you do not want your cats to enter.

2. Spray a cat with a mist of water from a water bottle to keep it from entering the room. Continue this until the cat learns to stay out of the room.

3. Purchase an affordable baby gate to block the entry way to the room. Make sure that it is tall enough so that the cat will not jump over the gate.

4. Keep a large plant near the entry of the room. Make sure that it is a plant that the cat will not like. Some cats do not like lavender. Try other potpourri or scented bags in pots as this could keep them away as well.

5. Make a loud noise or clap your hands when your cat gets near the room. Also try telling the cat to get away. A cat will associate the negative experience with entering the room, and will eventually stop.