Cats make great pets not only for their companionship but also because of their ability to hunt vermin and other small household pests. Not all cats, however, are created equal. While some may love sitting on your lap and may even be toilet-trained, others can mess up your flower bed, leave dirty paw prints on your car, or leave droppings all over the place.
For the latter kinds of cats, you will need Contech’s CatStop Outdoor Cat Deterrent. This device is fitted with a motion sensor and a speaker that effectively repel cats from areas within their ranges.
The motion sensor has the capability to detect the slightest movement within a distance of 20 feet in an 80° degree arc. This combination covers approximately 30 square meters. If any movement is detected, the speaker comes alive with a high-decibel ultrasonic alarm that pierces through the cat’s ears but is inaudible to humans. This unpleasant sensation will send any cat scampering away.
The cat, however, does not suffer any lasting damage. And since the CatStop does not use any chemical, it remains one of the most environmentally friendly cat repellant.
Installation is easy. Simply stick it into the ground facing the area you want to protect. If the area that needs protection is paved or tiled, you can always make a simple base of wood or any other material where it can be made to stand.
Operation is likewise easy. No need to make any adjustments. Just drop a single 9-volt battery, switch it on, and forget about it. The battery will run for nine months, even under the rain, if cat traffic in your home is not heavy, otherwise it is recommended that you use the supplied electric adapter.