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My cat will not stop scratching our new stair carpet. He did it with the old ine too. We have posts and mats for him but he prefers the stairs. Anything we can do to stop him?
Cats will scratch where ever they see the opportunity. Unfortunately, it is not always where we want them scratching. I would encourage him scratching appropriate areas by attracting him with food, treats and/or catnip on/near his posts. Cats hate if sticky things touch their feet. Often just a piece of tape (made into a loop with the sticky side out) placed in the corners will stop them from scratching the carpeted stairs. Some stores sell specially made double sided sticky strips as well. I would recommend giving those a try.
Updated on August 12th, 2025
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Hello, My cat keeps scratching the fabric coach, I've tried covering it with thin foil for about a week, She scratches it once the foil is off it. I've tried sticky tape even spraying (gently) with water, I have scratching posts around it and aroun
I recommend trying Soft Paws. They are nail caps that you glue onto your cat's claws, and it prevent damage to the furniture when they try to scratch. You can order them online, and you may be able to find them in a pet store. I hope this helps!
Updated on August 12th, 2025
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I am looking for a spray or something to keep my cat from climbing and scratching on certain places/ furniture in the house. What do you recommend and know that really works?
You can try double-sided sticky tape on surfaces that you don't want her to scratch or climb on - most cats don't like the feel of it on their paws, and will avoid these areas. But, it's also very important to provide her with alternatives for scratching and climbing or else she will continually try to use your furniture and countertops, as these are both normal behaviors for cats. She needs tall cat trees and high ledges or other resting places to climb up to and lay on, as well as a variety of good surfaces for scratching - scratching posts should be tall and sturdy, ideally with a rough texture such as sisal rope rather than carpet. Most cats will readily leave your things alone if you are providing appropriate alternatives :)
Updated on August 12th, 2025
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How do I get my cat to stop clawing the couch?
Great question! I'd recommend getting your cat Soft Paws. They are glue on nail covers that prevent cats from scratching on things. You can get them online or in pet stores, and they come in a variety of colors :-)
Updated on August 12th, 2025
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I have been using Tidy Cats Lightweight litter for my now 14 yr old cat, for a couple of years. For the last couple of months the litter seems to stick to her feet, legs and tail so consequently appears all over the house. I have been using the 24/7
It's worth a shot to see if it is just the brand rather than the litter format. As cats can be picky about litter types, be sure to do a gradual changeover to the new litter to prevent Olivia from avoiding it or using elsewhere to go potty. A litter mat outside of the box may also help wipe her feet and fur some, reducing the spread throughout the house.
Updated on August 12th, 2025
