What is the best method of keeping a cat from scratching up my sofa?
My cat is 12 years old. Over the years, I have tried many things to keep him from scratching my furniture. He has had scratch posts that he ignores, I have put plastic claw covers on his claws, and I have clipped his nails. I just had my sofa and loveseat recovered, and I would really like to keep it unpricked by his claws. Any suggestions?
Scratching is a normal behavior that is used to leave a visual and scent mark. It also conditions claws and tones muscles. It is best to offer the cat a scratching alternative while making forbidden objects less attractive.
A variety of commercial scratching posts are available. Cats are attracted to specific structures, surface textures, and locations. Situate the replacement object directly in front of the damaged area on the forbidden item. Gradually move the new scratching object to a more convenient location once the cat has switched its scratching allegiance.
Cover forbidden surfaces with cat repellent materials, such as heavy plastic runners (nub side up) or plastic shelf paper that has adhesive on both sides. Soft plastic coverings that attach to claws with non-toxic adhesive are an option in some cases.
Some behaviorists advocate the use of water squirted from a distance or a tossed soft toy that startles the cat. When done correctly, the cat does not connect the owner to these actions but associates them with scratching an inappropriate object.
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