The CATWatch Ultrasonic Cat Deterrent

Stop cats from killing birds and pooing in your garden!

If you’ve got cats intruding in your garden, catching birds and using your garden as a litter tray, then there is something you can do immediately to improve the situation!

You can actually teach cats to stay away from your garden, or other areas in need of protection, by installing a little device that takes less than 5 minutes to set up.

The CATWatch Ultrasonic Cat Deterrent is an RSPB-approved way of humanely protecting your garden from cats, without using sprays, chemicals or anything that harms pets or wildlife.

By utilising the deterrent effect of high-pitched noises, you can automate the process of deterring cats from your garden without having to rush outside, shooing them away every time you see one. It’s a low-maintenance way of solving a highly-annoying problem.

Image of the CatWatch with RSPB and British-made logos

How does the CATWatch work?

The CATWatch is a very simple and effective cat deterrent, designed for use in your garden. A humane way of telling cats they’re not welcome.

The device contains an infrared motion sensor that detects the movement of a cat when it walks in front of it.

When the cat enters the detection area, the CATWatch emits blasts of high-pitched, ultrasonic noises specifically calibrated to activate a cat’s ‘fight or flight’ response. The noises continue to ring out until the cat leaves the detection zone.

The emitted sounds are like the cat equivalent of fingernails on a blackboard and cats find them very irritating and unpleasant. But they’re completely inaudible to humans and harmless to cats or other pets and wildlife.

The more the cat triggers the alarm, the more it learns to associate your garden with the irritating noises.

As a result, the cat will naturally start to avoid your garden, reducing its visits and the annoying problems it causes you.

Tested & approved by the RSPB

RSPB and CATWatch Ultrasonic Deterrent logos

The CATWatch Ultrasonic Cat Deterrent is the only cat deterrent scientifically tested and approved for use in gardens by the RSPB.

The RSPB carried out a 2-year study of the CATWatch in 70 gardens around the UK to determine the effectiveness of the device. The positive results were published in the peer-reviewed journal, Applied Animal Behaviour Science and the RSPB officially approves the use of the CATWatch in gardens to reduce cat visitations.

The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) is the UK’s largest nature conservation charity and has been inspiring people to give nature a home and secure a healthy environment for birds and other wildlife since 1889.

“The CATWatch will reduce the number and duration of cat visits to gardens and thus may help to protect birds.“
- The RSPB

Set and protect in under 5 minutes

No complicated settings to worry about, you can have the CATWatch up and running in less than 5 minutes.

It comes with a convenient positioning spike that makes it easy to stand the CATWatch on your lawn or in a flowerbed. Alternatively, you can use the wall mount on the back to hang it up.

Connect the 12 Volt Mains Adapter (included) or install a 9 Volt battery and switch it on. And that’s it – the CATWatch is ready to deter cats from your garden!

The best place to put the CATWatch is facing the area where the cat enters your garden. This means the cat will trigger the CATWatch and hear the alarm as soon as it comes into your garden. If it leaves the same way, it will also trigger it on the way out.

The more the cat encounters the CATWatch and sets off the alarm, the quicker it will learn to stay away from your garden in order to avoid the noises.

The video below shows how easy it is to set the CATWatch up.

“No cat for weeks.”

“I have one of your Catwatch deterrent machines which is giving me excellent results. We have not had a cat in the garden for weeks and now allows the birds to feed in peace.“
J.E. - Cambridge

Protects birds

Photo credit: Susann Mielke / Pixabay

Installing a CATWatch is definitely recommended for bird-friendly gardens and will absolutely not discourage them from visiting your garden.

In fact, reducing cat visits through ultrasonic noises may lead to an increase in bird activity and will reduce your worries about birds being attacked by cats.

The CATWatch has been scientifically tested and approved by the RSPB as a method of protecting birds from cats in gardens.

Safe for dogs

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Dogs aren’t interested in the CATWatch, other than an initial sniff around when you first put it in your garden, as they do with anything new.

Dogs are usually most agitated by the presence of the cat itself rather than anything you use to deter them, particularly as cats seem to know exactly where to sit in order to be right in a dog’s eye line!

Many dog owners use the CATWatch to great effect, with dogs less inclined to break into noisy barking fits once cats have started to avoid the garden.

Harmless to cats

Photo credit: Karsten Paulick / Pixabay

The CATWatch operates by humanely discouraging cats from visiting your garden or other areas in need of protection.

The sounds are completely harmless and do not subject cats to any physical or psychological cruelty whatsoever.

While the cat may be your nemesis, it’s worth remembering it’s someone else’s much-loved pet.

Therefore, it’s reassuring to know that you can install the CATWatch safe in the knowledge you won’t be causing conflict with your cat-loving neighbours.

“A safer place for the birds.”

“I have always had good results with the CATWatch deterrent and it definitely makes the garden a safer place for the birds … “
M.S. - Dorset

“An excellent deterrent.”

“CATWatch has proved an excellent deterrent … we have recommended it to several friends.“
L.P. - Bradford

Start protecting your garden now for only £69.95.

The CatWatch Ultrasonic Deterremt is made in Britain and comes with 2 year manufacturer's warranty, 90-day money back gauarntee and is tested and approved by the RSPB

Start reducing the cat poo, digging and bird predation in your garden now, using the CATWatch Ultrasonic Cat Deterrent.

For only £69.95 you get:

✔️ CATWatch Ultrasonic Deterrent Unit

✔️ 12 Volt Mains Adapter with 10m (33ft) cable

✔️ Protection of up to 125sqm (1350sqft)

✔️ Full instructional booklet

✔️ Free UK delivery

✔️ 2 year manufacturer’s warranty

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Made in Britain.

The CATWatch is fully designed and manufactured in Great Britain and has been successfully protecting gardens from cats for almost 30 years.

The PIR Infrared Technology contained in the CATWatch has been extensively tested in British gardens and the units are specifically designed to deal with the UK’s domestic and feral cat population.

Using the highest quality components, the CATWatch is also built to last. Its durable construction is suitable for withstanding the damp British climate, ensuring continued protection for your garden.

The manufacturer has an excellent reputation for producing high-quality animal deterrents, having formed close links with the RSPB, the Mammal Research Unit at the University of Bristol, and a range of home and garden publications and retailers.

Every single CATWatch is hand-built and every single unit is individually tested before leaving the factory, as well as being provided with a 2-year manufacturer’s warranty.

This reassuring reliability is exactly what you need for successfully deterring and changing the negative behavioural aspects of cats.

Thank you for supporting small British business.

Frequently asked questions.

Is the CATWatch safe for birds?

Yes, the CATWatch is completely safe to use with birds and won’t scare them away from your garden.

It is the only ultrasonic cat deterrent tested and approved by the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB).

You may well see an increase in bird visitations once the CATWatch has started deterring cats from your garden. This may also help reduce any anxiety you have about birds being killed by cats.

Will the CATWatch affect my dog?

No, dogs are rarely interested in the CATWatch and are generally more bothered by the cat itself, rather than anything you use to deter cats. Other than a quick sniff of the device when you first install it (as dogs do with anything new), they quickly move on to something more interesting.

Cats being present in the garden cause many dogs extreme excitement and agitation, often causing them to bark wildly at the window or back door. A large proportion of people who buy the CATWatch are dog owners, desperate to stop cats from teasing their dogs.

Many dog owners report that their dogs become much calmer and less inclined to go chasing in the back garden once the CATWatch has started to reduce cat visitations.

Is the CATWatch harmful to cats?

No, the CATWatch is not at all harmful to cats.

It’s simply a humane deterrent that emits high-pitched noises designed to encourage cats to move away from the area. Think of it a bit like an automated version of you standing in your garden and clapping your hands loudly.

You can feel comfortable installing a CATWatch in your garden without upsetting your cat-owning neighbours.

Is the CATWatch safe for use with my pet rabbits/guinea pigs/chickens etc...?

Yes, the CATWatch is completely safe for small pets and mammals.

A study by Bristol University’s Mammal Society found that Britain’s cats catch around 100 million prey items per year, which include many small mammals and pets. It’s the presence of the cats themselves that will cause small pets the most stress and danger rather than anything you use to deter cats from your garden.

How long will the CATWatch take to work?

The speed with which cats are deterred depends on the disposition of the cat that is intruding into your garden.

For more timid and nervous cats, you’re likely to see an impact straight away. For bolder and more dominant cats, they may need to encounter the CATWatch several times in order to get the message that they’re really not welcome. Either way, you should notice a reduction in the frequency and duration of cat visits within a couple of weeks.

The CATWatch becomes more effective as time goes on because the more the cat triggers the alarm, the more it learns to associate your garden with the unpleasant high-pitched sounds. Staying out of your garden becomes a habit. This process of behavioural change is what will keep the cat away from your garden over the long term.

“Both measures of deterrent effect appeared to increase with time over the period of the trials, suggesting cats were learning to avoid gardens with active devices, rather than becoming habituated to them.“
RSPB CATWatch study

For extra peace of mind, we offer all customers a 90 day moneyback guarantee. This enables you to have plenty of time to allow the deterrent process to take place and for you to adequately assess the impact the CATWatch is having.

What distance does the CATWatch cover?

The CATWatch can detect up to 12m (40ft) and covers an unobstructed area of up to 125sqm (1350 sq ft) with a horizontal viewing angle of 100°. The ultrasonic noises are at a frequency of between 20 – 23 kHz.

Is the CATWatch weatherproof?

Yes, the CATWatch is completely weatherproof and designed specifically to be used outside. The internal circuitry is sealed and waterproofed. The unit should be switched on at all times for maximum effectiveness.

What are the benefits of using the mains adapter?

The 12 Volt mains adapter ensures the CATWatch is operating at maximum efficiency, rather than a battery that declines over time. The 12 Volt mains adapter provides a 30% increase in power over a 9 Volt battery, resulting in a stronger deterrent effect on cats. You also don’t have to worry about a battery going flat.

How long does a 9 Volt battery last?

A 9 Volt Duracell battery will normally last 2 – 3 months. The lights on the FOXWatch will flash to warn you when the battery is running low. We recommend you use a Duracell battery rather than cheaper or rechargeable brands.

Does the CATWatch come with a warranty?

Yes, all of our CATWatch units come with a 2 year manufacturer’s warranty and we also provide a 90-day money-back guarantee.

Do you ship the CATWatch to the USA?

No, unfortunately we only ship within the UK and a few select EU countries. However, the closest equivalent ultrasonic cat deterrent available in the USA is the Cleanrth TSAR550 Ultrasonic Repeller [aff].

The TSAR550 operates at a similar frequency to the CATWatch and also comes with a power adapter and cord. It’s supplied by Cleanrth Products LLC, who are a family-owned business based in Arizona.

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