Cat Deterrent

[Mags22]

Have at last managed to lure birds back to feeding in my enclosed yard,but from out of the blue a young cat has started visiting too - I love cats, but am mindful of my many flowertubs, and of course, the feeding birds. I also 'babysit' my son's boxer three days a week and don't wish to have a confrontation!! though I kept him on the lead this morning and let him see the cat,who fled at the sight. What can I use to deter it from sneaking under the gate, short of buying a 'cat alarm'? Thank you for any ideas or tips. I know I could fill in the gap under the gate, but it can climb my neighbours lilac, and jump onto my wall .

[woofgang]

let the dog loose. I have got two dogs and never see a cat in my garden

[Mags22]

Thanks woofgang - I never had cats while my labs were in the yard,I agree there, unfortunately its a bit cold to leave the boxer in the yard just now, I'll let him out a bit more and see if that works!

[woofgang]

I don't leave my boys out there either. just let him out when he wants to go. The cats will get the message