Redirecting your cat's scratching
Scratching is a natural and necessary way for a cat to maintain its claws, stretch and mark its territory. That is why you should not try to stop it, but redirect it to the right place.
You will need
- A sturdy cat tree or scratching post
- A horizontal scratching board or mat
- Catnip or silver vine
- Treats
- Double-sided tape or furniture protectors
Steps
Find out how your cat scratches
Watch whether your cat scratches vertical surfaces, such as the corner of the sofa, or horizontal ones, such as a rug. Choose a scratching spot in the same direction and of a similar material, for example sisal rope or cardboard.
Get one that is sturdy enough
Put it in the right place
Make the scratching post attractive
Make the wrong place unappealing
Do not punish
Keep the claws trimmed
Be patient
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