The present invention is directed to novel compositions of rosemary extractsfor useas a cat-deterrent formulation. The compositions of the present invention maybeapplied directly to an area, or object, to which it is desired to deter catsor animalsfrom loitering or interaction. It is further contemplated that thecompositions of thepresent invention may be applied directly to an area, or alternatively, beencapsulated in a container which substantially retains the solid componentsof thecompositions of the present invention, but allows transport of the aromaticcompounds.
