Health & WellbeingMy cat has a habit of jumping on furniture and I was wondering if there was some wood safe repellent I could use to keep her from jumping on it when I’m not home
Cats LOVE to jump up on things and get to higher areas. If you don't already have a "cat tree," I would highly recommend you invest in one if you are truly going to try to keep your cats off your furniture. Give her something she CAN be on; spray with catnip spray or sprinkle with catnip. Most of them include scratching posts as well, which you should have a few of throughout your home to prevent her from scratching your carpet or furniture.
[Nature's Miracle Pet Block](https://www.petco.com/shop/en/petcostore/product/natures-miracle-pet-block-repellent-spray) or similar product may curb the jumping. I am not certain its safe to use on wood, though.
Another thing you can do to deter cats from jumping up onto surfaces is to place aluminum foil on them, they don't like the noise or feel when they jump onto foil. You can also try [Sticky Paws](https://www.petco.com/shop/en/petcostore/product/sticky-paws-on-a-roll-for-cats) which are double sided sticky sheets--they don't like
Updated on August 12th, 2025
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