Actually, I don’t have any chives in that particular spot, I guess I’ll just have to dig up a clump from else where!!!
Rose branch clippings is an idea, I don’t have roses, but I’m sure I can find some thorny branches around here somewhere.
Just thought of another trick I used long ago when the cats would dig in my houseplants. Lemon or orange peels in the pot would keep them out. I don’t know how that would work outside though. It might invite other creatures in. :>0