Moggy Deterrent

BartyB · Dec 11, 2013

The neighbourhood cat population, not being content with defecating in the good lady's flowerbeds are now taking the p155, so to speak, and have taken to sunning themselves on the Boxster's roof. Apart from the fur that they leave behind, I've also found a few footprints and marks where they have walked over the bodywork so it's starting to get annoying.

Has anyone got any thoughts on ways of deterring these irksome creatures, that preferably don't involve firearms or tasers? I'm tempted to consider this approach...

And yes, I know I should make it harder for them by driving it more often [

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homerdog · Dec 11, 2013

Keep it in your garage, assuming you have one?

Mark Elder · Dec 11, 2013

Unfortunately it gets worse if you don't put a stop to it. They compete for the nice warm position and fight. They can also slip (if you have just waxed the car) when climbing up. In both cases claws come out and do significant paint work damage (more than can be resolved with scratch-x etc).

I bought an electric mole deterant (because I had moles undermining the driveway) and I just happened to plant it to the side of where I most often park my 993. It seems to frighten off cats too (makes a sound in the ground that is a bit snake-like).

Nick_USA · Dec 11, 2013

ORIGINAL: BartyB

The neighbourhood cat population, not being content with defecating in the good lady's flowerbeds are now taking the p155, so to speak, and have taken to sunning themselves on the Boxster's roof. Apart from the fur that they leave behind, I've also found a few footprints and marks where they have walked over the bodywork so it's starting to get annoying.

Has anyone got any thoughts on ways of deterring these irksome creatures, that preferably don't involve firearms or tasers? I'm tempted to consider this approach...

And yes, I know I should make it harder for them by driving it more often [].

Put a sign up ...... 'Keep Clear Digital Media Platform in Operation' [

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If that doesn't work try one of these:

Moggy Deterrent

Mark_Bennett · Dec 11, 2013

I have the same problem when I go to Le Mans - the cats where we stay have taken to sleeping on the roof, which means we drive around all week with a black and ginger roof [

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Unfortunately last year they also scratched the fabric a bit [:'(]

A few years ago someone from one of the Porsche Centres was kind enough to send to some owners who asked on here, the transit roof covers that the Boxsters are (were?) delivered in.

We took ours with us this year and that stopped any more scratches and ginger-roof-syndrome, however it didn't stop them sleeping on it.

You might be able to get one from your OPC (they just throw them away) or you might be able to find a "car cap" car cover.

geoff Ives · Dec 12, 2013

Lion or Tiger crap will scare them off [

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Mark_Bennett · Dec 12, 2013

You being the contact for obtaining such Geoff? [

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tscaptain · Dec 12, 2013

If faecal matter is the solution to the problem then surely that supplied by the bull is the answer - there's enough of it about...[

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geoff Ives · Dec 12, 2013

ORIGINAL: Mark Bennett

You being the contact for obtaining such Geoff? []

Mark.
The Heritage Rally is going to the Widlife Park. Borrow a propper Porsche (over 20 years old) and join us. Briing your own 'poopa scoopa'.

geoff Ives · Dec 12, 2013

ORIGINAL: tscaptain

If faecal matter is the solution to the problem then surely that supplied by the bull is the answer - there's enough of it about...[]

Contact the Vice Chairman of PCGB, he should be able to supply.[8|]

Peter_Bull · Dec 12, 2013

Now now Geoff ..... sticks and stone and all that.

I had problems with cats using my lawns as a dumping ground and I got fed up chasing them off. I finally got a couple of these cat scarers and use rechargeable batteries that last about 6 weeks before a recharge. I was sceptical at first but they really work. Once you can break the cats habit they definitely stay away.

BartyB · Dec 12, 2013

Tried your first suggestion Nick but they clearly can't read.

We've already got one of those electronic cat-scares to keep cats away from nesting birds in the back garden. The only trouble is the cats appear to be totally deaf. Razor wire around the trees turned out to be the most effective deterrent there but am loath to use that on the top of the Boxster. A £20 supersoaker from the local toy shop came in handy in the summer when the doors and windows are open but at the moment, by the time I've opened a door or window, the furry little blighter has made off.

Have been thinking about covering the roof in aluminium (that's aluminum BTW for our American friends) foil and connecting it to one of these....

which conveniently can sit on the dash.

ralphmusic · Dec 12, 2013

I like this one

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Betterware-Weather-Proof-Cat-Scare/dp/B001QV4DW8/ref=sr_1_25?ie=UTF8&qid=1386876629&sr=8-25&keywords=electronic+cat+deterrent

BartyB · Dec 12, 2013

ORIGINAL: geoff ives

Mark.
The Heritage Rally is going to the Widlife Park. Borrow a propper Porsche (over 20 years old) and join us. Briing your own 'poopa scoopa'.

There we have it. It's official. Geoff has confirmed in 2 years time Boxsters will be proper Porsches [

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BartyB · Dec 12, 2013

ORIGINAL: homerdog

Keep it in your garage, assuming you have one?

Very good point but sadly our once car-friendly garage has morphed into a store for domestic detritus such as freezers, bikes, sailboards, motorbikes, etc and Mrs B's stained glass workshop.

geoff Ives · Dec 13, 2013

To be serious for once.
There are various things that cats dislike. While there are special preparations some household products woks as well.

1 Pepper. a light dusting of pepper will send them running and they will be reluctant to go there again.

2 Oranges. Grate some orange peel and put it on the car roof. I would suggest putting a sheet of paper down first as it could stain the roof.

Cats are very receptive to smells that's why I suggested the droppings of greater cats.

BartyB · Dec 15, 2013

I think I've found a solution - well two really... Got one of these a couple of days back and it's absolutely brilliant. Clearly cats do not enjoy cold water enemas. I also found a teacosy in the shape of a cat which sits on the dash to introduce a bit of competition (see pic). I think these are a bit neater than covering the car in lion excrement, fruit, coffee grounds, herbs and spices, etc. which may serve only to signal impending mental health issues.

BartyB · Dec 15, 2013

ORIGINAL: Mark Bennett

I have the same problem when I go to Le Mans - the cats where we stay have taken to sleeping on the roof, which means we drive around all week with a black and ginger roof []
Unfortunately last year they also scratched the fabric a bit [:'(]

A few years ago someone from one of the Porsche Centres was kind enough to send to some owners who asked on here, the transit roof covers that the Boxsters are (were?) delivered in.

We took ours with us this year and that stopped any more scratches and ginger-roof-syndrome, however it didn't stop them sleeping on it.

You might be able to get one from your OPC (they just throw them away) or you might be able to find a "car cap" car cover.

Mark, For reference, I was at a Porsche Centre in the week and tried to blag one of the covers you mention. The guys who prepare the new cars told me that the factory stopped the use of the fabric transit covers and 981s are shipped with a plastic coversheet now which gets ripped off and binned. They can't be reused as they are in shreds once removed. Nice idea though.

Andy Fagan · Dec 15, 2013

ORIGINAL: BartyB

I think I've found a solution - well two really... Got one of these a couple of days back and it's absolutely brilliant. Clearly cats do not enjoy cold water enemas. I also found a teacosy in the shape of a cat which sits on the dash to introduce a bit of competition (see pic). I think these are a bit neater than covering the car in lion excrement, fruit, coffee grounds, herbs and spices, etc. which may serve only to signal impending mental health issues.