Little Presents

Hi

I am not a cat lover. I like having it about the place but it is a cat and
only a cat.

I got the cat from a cat shelter to help deal with my mouse infestation.
Great success - no more mice. The cat is shy and is uncomfortable with
strangers. It is, however, comfortable with me.

The problem is that it has started to bring me wee presents; namely voles.
Although flattered by its consideration I don't want dead body parts
littering up my carpets. How do I discourage this?

I have tried explaining the situation from my point of view but the cat just
walks away from me. I know that physical punishment does not work with cats.
Please help.

Bill