Cats have a natural need to scratch. It is their way of marking territory, keeping their claws in good condition, and stretching their paw muscles and ligaments. Although you can’t stop kitty from doing what he instinctively needs to do, there are several ways you can prevent and limit the scratching in areas you want […]
Though it can be disheartening and even annoying at times, scratching is considered a natural, necessary cat behavior. In fact, it serves a few functions. Whether we like it or not, cats just need to scratch! However, what is normal for cats can become rather frustrating to deal with for pet owners like us, especially
Cats, aren’t they just purr-fect? Who wouldn’t love having a ball of fur with endless charm? But with cat ownership comes particular challenges, and one of the most common is the unsolicited gift of your cat scratching your furniture. It’s a scenario that’s all too familiar to many cat owners: you come home to find
Cats are finicky creatures. They can be the sweetest, most loving animals one minute, and the next they’re sharpening their claws on your couch. So what’s behind this seemingly random behavior? Let’s take a look at the science behind why cats scratch. Cats scratch because it feels good – the act of scratching releases endorphins
You love your cat, but you also really enjoy the nice new furniture that you spent a fortune on! Keeping cats from clawing at your leather lounge chair or nice microsuede sofa can create a problem in any home. Fortunately, we have solutions to keep your cats from destroying furniture that don’t include declawing your
Is it possible to have a cat AND nice furniture in the same house? …YES! With proper training and by providing your feline friend with the necessary tools, you can have nice furniture – free from claw marks. First, understand that scratching is a natural, necessary behavior and provide an appropriate place for your cat
