How to Stop Cats Scratching Furniture
Scratching is a biological need, not misbehaviour. The solution is redirection.Why Cats Scratch
- Remove dead outer claw sheaths
- Stretch muscles
- Mark territory with scent and visual signals
Provide Alternatives
- Tall, stable scratching posts (sisal rope preferred)
- Horizontal scratchers for cats that prefer flat surfaces
- Place posts near furniture they currently scratch
Make Furniture Less Appealing
- Double-sided tape
- Aluminium foil
- Citrus spray
Never Declaw
Declawing is illegal in many countries and causes chronic pain.