{"id":14219,"date":"2022-03-14T07:23:00","date_gmt":"2022-03-14T13:23:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/outwardhound.com\/furtropolis\/?p=14219"},"modified":"2022-05-12T06:56:40","modified_gmt":"2022-05-12T12:56:40","slug":"why-do-cats-scratch-your-furniture-and-how-can-you-stop-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/outwardhound.com\/furtropolis\/product\/why-do-cats-scratch-your-furniture-and-how-can-you-stop-it","title":{"rendered":"Why Do Cats Scratch Your Furniture? And How Can You Stop It?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Imagine your cat stretches long and lean. Their claws catch in the rug, but they don\u2019t seem to mind. You might inwardly groan as your cat picks at the carpet and then saunters over to the doorframe, claws outstretched. You know what\u2019s coming next.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why DO <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cats scratch<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">? You may wonder to yourself. Or, how can you encourage them to scratch something else <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> like a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">scratching post<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">?&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">First, it turns out that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vet.cornell.edu\/departments-centers-and-institutes\/cornell-feline-health-center\/health-information\/feline-health-topics\/feline-behavior-problems-destructive-behavior#:~:text=Scratching%20is%20largely%20a%20marking,or%20sheath%2C%20from%20the%20claws.&amp;text=Because%20scratching%20is%20an%20innate,can%20be%20difficult%20to%20stop.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cats can\u2019t help scratching<\/a>. It\u2019s a basic <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cat behavior<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It&#8217;s a biological need like eating or grooming themselves. There&#8217;s nothing wrong with your cat scratching as long as they don&#8217;t destroy your furniture with their claws.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scratching behaviors<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> fulfill several needs for our furry felines.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s them \u201cmark\u201d their territory<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keeps the claws sharpened (handy for hunting)&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s good exercise&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As an informed cat parent, it helps to understand the psychology behind why <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cats scratch,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and how you can train them to scratch where you want them to &#8212; and not your favorite chair. Rest assured, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cat scratches<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on your furniture have nothing to do with revenge.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>Cat Scratching Is Territorial<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img src=\"https:\/\/outwardhound.com\/furtropolis\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/catscratch-1024x536.jpg\" alt=\"why do cats scratch\" class=\"wp-image-14233\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kitties are territorial. Part of their scratching behavior designates their claim. Your cat may scratch trees outside your home\u2019s entrance, your door or doorway, their litter box, carpeting inside, and furniture.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not only do they leave claw marks, but they also leave a scent behind. Their paw pads have <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">scent glands<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> called <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pheromones<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Other animals can both see the scratch marks and smell the cat, so they know the area is \u201cclaimed.\u201d Sometimes, cats who live with other animals feel extra compelled to claim their territory, so they may be especially possessive and scratch a lot. If you bring home a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">new cat<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, make sure you introduce them to a designated cat <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">scratcher<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whatever you do, don&#8217;t yell at them or spray them with a water bottle for their <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">scratching behavior<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. You&#8217;ll only confuse and upset your kitty.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instead, you can understand their <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">point of view<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and work with them to create a new favorite <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">scratching pad<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your cat needs to scratch. <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cats scratch furniture when there isn&#8217;t anywhere else to do it. Most cats have a favorite place for scratching. For example, your cat might think your favorite chair makes a great <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/outwardhound.com\/all-brands\/cat-scratchers\/invironment-fold-away-scratching-tunnel.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">scratching post<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. What\u2019s your cat\u2019s favorite clawing area? That&#8217;s a great spot to add an &#8220;approved&#8221; scratching surface like a cat tree.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whitney Bullock, the owner of The Charleston Cat Groomer in Charleston, S.C., says, &#8220;<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Place a cat scratcher directly in front of the thing they scratch the most! Yes, you may not want the cat scratcher in your formal living room, but don&#8217;t worry. You can slowly move it away day by day to a more preferred location.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>Cats Like Stretching<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may have noticed that your cat stretches throughout the day. Cats usually have a big stretch when they wake up from a nap. It feels good. It stretches their ligaments, and as they stretch, it&#8217;s natural for them to scratch out their claws and sharpen them. Whatever is handy usually gets claw marks.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This means it\u2019s a good idea to provide a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/outwardhound.com\/all-brands\/cat-scratchers\/scratch-and-play-tower-track.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">scratching post<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or other scratching toy near their favorite napping spots.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>Cat Scratching Keeps the Claws Healthy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img src=\"https:\/\/outwardhound.com\/furtropolis\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Cat_easy-life-blog-1024x536.png\" alt=\"kittens on a scratcher\" class=\"wp-image-13419\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your cat\u2019s claws<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are made of a protein called keratin, the same as your fingernails.&nbsp; Unlike our fingernails, claws peel off in layers like an onion. Scratching helps peel off those layers and leave behind a shiny, sharp, new claw.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sharp claws help your kitty catch (and kill) prey. If you\u2019ve ever seen your cat hunt a mouse or other small creature, then leave it for you as a &#8220;gift,&#8221; you know.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re like most cat moms, you want your cat to scratch something appropriate and not your carpet, furniture, and doors.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>How to Redirect Your Cat From Scratching Your Furniture to a Scratching Post<b>&nbsp;<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/outwardhound.com\/furtropolis\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/90038_SCRATCHPLAY-TOWER-TRACK_Angle-1-RS-2-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"cat scratching post\" class=\"wp-image-17165\" srcset=\"https:\/\/outwardhound.com\/furtropolis\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/90038_SCRATCHPLAY-TOWER-TRACK_Angle-1-RS-2-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/outwardhound.com\/furtropolis\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/90038_SCRATCHPLAY-TOWER-TRACK_Angle-1-RS-2-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/outwardhound.com\/furtropolis\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/90038_SCRATCHPLAY-TOWER-TRACK_Angle-1-RS-2-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/outwardhound.com\/furtropolis\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/90038_SCRATCHPLAY-TOWER-TRACK_Angle-1-RS-2-180x135.jpg 180w, https:\/\/outwardhound.com\/furtropolis\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/90038_SCRATCHPLAY-TOWER-TRACK_Angle-1-RS-2-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/outwardhound.com\/furtropolis\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/90038_SCRATCHPLAY-TOWER-TRACK_Angle-1-RS-2-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/outwardhound.com\/furtropolis\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/90038_SCRATCHPLAY-TOWER-TRACK_Angle-1-RS-2-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/outwardhound.com\/furtropolis\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/90038_SCRATCHPLAY-TOWER-TRACK_Angle-1-RS-2.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No one wants their custom-made leather club chairs to become a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">scratching post<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Yet, a cat <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">behaviorist<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> will tell you that it&#8217;s not on purpose. It&#8217;s simply in your kitty&#8217;s nature, and they&#8217;re demonstrating their affection.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That&#8217;s right; your cat wants to claim you and let everyone else know you&#8217;re connected. When they scratch your favorite furniture, they leave their scent and physical mark behind. This is a sign to other animals. If you have multiple pets, some cats want to scratch even more.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The trick to redirecting your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cat\u2019s scratching behaviors<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> so that you\u2019re both happy is to offer them a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">scratching post<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> near your hang-out spot. Some kitties will appreciate a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/outwardhound.com\/all-brands\/cat-scratchers\/invironment-easy-life-hammock-scratcher.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">special napping spot<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> next to you or a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">catnip<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">-infused toy with an excellent <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">scratching surface<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.humanesociety.org\/resources\/cats-destructive-scratching\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Humane Society of the United States<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> suggests putting double-sided sticky tape either on the furniture itself or on the floor nearby to deter your kitty. Cats don\u2019t like having sticky paws! <\/span>Aluminum foil or using a deterrent spray like apple cider vinegar works to deter cats from the area as well (see: <a href=\"https:\/\/outwardhound.com\/furtropolis\/holiday\/how-to-keep-your-cat-out-of-the-christmas-tree\">How to Keep Your Cat Out of the Christmas Tree<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can also offer your cat a<\/span>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/outwardhound.com\/all-brands\/cat-scratchers\/scratch-groom-1.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">scratching post<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">toy as an alternative. If your cat is stubborn, you can also try vinyl nail caps. They stick to the nail and don\u2019t get in the way of the cat\u2019s natural movements, but they do protect your furniture.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have a new cat, you can start them off right with a cat tree or other high-quality scratching pad to use as an outlet for their natural behaviors.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>How Cat Scratchers Can Keep Your Cat Happy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img src=\"https:\/\/outwardhound.com\/furtropolis\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/cat4-1024x536.jpg\" alt=\"cat batting a father toy\" class=\"wp-image-13490\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Depending on your cat&#8217;s age and lifestyle, they&#8217;ll prefer different types of cat <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">scratchers<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Some cat <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">scratching posts<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/outwardhound.com\/all-brands\/cat-scratchers\/scratch-and-play-tower-track.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cat toys<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with balls and feathers for kitty <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">playtime<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Cats of all ages need the mental stimulation of play, and if you encourage them to bat the ball around and play with them, then they&#8217;ll appreciate it. Plus, it&#8217;ll encourage them to scratch the appropriate <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">surface<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have a kitten, you can train them from kittenhood to use their <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">scratching pad<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and let you trim their nails. If you have a grown cat, you may need to use additional techniques such as double-sided <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sticky tape<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or sandpaper on your furniture to retrain them to use a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cat tree<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Bullock also recommends offering your cat both a horizontal and vertical scratching post because every kitty has different preferences.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>What Scratching Materials Do Cats Like?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cats like tree bark, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sisal rope,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and even <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/outwardhound.com\/all-brands\/cat-scratchers\/scratch-and-rock.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">corrugated cardboard<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (especially if it\u2019s infused with <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">catnip<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.) They also like leather, wool, and all fabric types, as you may have noticed if they <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">scratch furniture<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You probably know your cat\u2019s favorite scratching spots. Help them <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">mark territory<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">scratching pad<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and not your furniture.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>How to Care for Your Cat\u2019s Nails<b>&nbsp;<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img src=\"https:\/\/outwardhound.com\/furtropolis\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/catnails-1024x536.jpg\" alt=\"why do cats scratch cat nails\" class=\"wp-image-14234\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your cat is tearing up your furniture, walls, and other areas, then you\u2019ll probably need to start trimming their nails.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Like brushing, it\u2019s best to wait until your cat is calm and hanging out nearby. If you&#8217;re <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">petting<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> your cat and the kitty is relaxed, this can be a good opportunity. You\u2019ll want sharp nail clippers designed for kitty claws. Gently, calmly, take your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cat\u2019s paw<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, press it a little to unsheathe the claw, and then trim carefully.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It may take a few sessions to get all your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cat\u2019s claws<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, especially if it\u2019s the first time. Most cats need claw trimming every four weeks or so. If your cat refuses to let you trim those nails, then you\u2019ll probably need to pull in the experts via your veterinarian or groomer.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>Declawing Is Not the Answer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People often misunderstand the purpose of cats&#8217; claws. For years, cat owners thought if they declawed their cat, they&#8217;d solved the scratching problem. After all, if you have an indoor cat, you might think they don&#8217;t need their claws since they&#8217;re not hunting for food. Why not declaw? From a person&#8217;s point of view, it makes sense.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, it turns out that cat claws are necessary. Not only do cats have an instinctual need to scratch and stretch out those claws every day, but they also help your cat balance while walking. D<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">eclawing<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, it turns out, is an amputation.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.humanesociety.org\/resources\/declawing-cats-far-worse-manicure\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Humane Society<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">declawing<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> a cat is akin to cutting off your own finger at the last knuckle. Not only is it painful for your kitty, but because they use their claws to balance and walk, they have to learn to walk all over again. In fact, it&#8217;s so cruel that <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">declawing<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is now banned in many countries and some states.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>DO not declaw your cat. <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are better ways to save your upholstery in a cat household. You can recognize this typical cat behavior and help your kitty with vertical scratching options like posts.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now that you&#8217;ve learned why cats scratch and how to curb destructive scratching, you can help them follow their natural cat behavior and save your furniture. Which cat scratchers will your cat love?<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information on keeping your kitty happy and healthy, check out:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"entry-title post__title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/outwardhound.com\/furtropolis\/product\/first-time-cat-owner-tips-all-prospective-kitty-parents-should-know\">8 First Time Cat Owner Tips All Prospective Kitty Parents Should Know<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking for a new scratching post? Here are some great options below to give your kitty a designated scratching area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n<div id=\"featuredproduct-block_61a8dceb3486f\" class=\"block featuredproduct wp-block-acf-featured-product\">\n\t<div class=\"section-title\">\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"featuredproduct\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"image\">\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/outwardhound.com\/easy-life-scratch-snuggle-and-rest.html?utm_source=Furtropolis&#038;utm_medium=blog&#038;utm_content=Why+Do+Cats+Scratch+Your+Furniture%3F+And+How+Can+You+Stop+It%3F\"><img src=\"https:\/\/cdn11.bigcommerce.com\/s-asivtkjxr8\/products\/2086\/images\/6834\/993bfd9b639bfdff780c1dde4dc055ba8e2c84c3__18408.1630111623.386.513.jpg?c=1\" alt=\"Product image for Scratch, Snuggle &amp; Rest Cat Scratcher\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"content\">\n\t\t\t<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/outwardhound.com\/easy-life-scratch-snuggle-and-rest.html?utm_source=Furtropolis&#038;utm_medium=blog&#038;utm_content=Why+Do+Cats+Scratch+Your+Furniture%3F+And+How+Can+You+Stop+It%3F\">Scratch, Snuggle &#038; Rest Cat Scratcher<\/a><\/h3>\n\t\t\t<h4 class=\"price\"><strike>$16.99<\/strike> $13.99<\/h4>\n\t\t\t<p class=\"description\">The Easy Life Scratch, Snuggle &#038; Rest by Petstages is sure to be your kitty\u2019s favorite perch and scratching post! This sturdy and lightweight scratcher platform is made from high-density cardboard that is constructed to last through hours of scratching. 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