| Cat scratching is an expensive and embarrassing | | | | you use them, as you may end up with even more |
| problem that vexes many cat owners. Cats make | | | | expensive damage, than those caused by scratching. |
| the most expensive pieces of furniture or your | | | | 3. Use nail caps for the front paws of your cats if |
| heirloom carpet their favourite scratching spot, much | | | | they are the indoor type. These are easy to install |
| to the dismay and embarrassment of their owners. | | | | and will keep surfaces safe from scratching. However |
| Furniture costs a lot to be replaced or repaired.The | | | | do not use them on outdoor cats as they are totally |
| owner is often embarrassed in the presence of | | | | defenceless without their nails. |
| visitors due to ripped off furniture from scratching. I | | | | 4. Teach your Kitty to divert its scratching energies |
| am going to tell you about five proven methods to | | | | to a more appropriate place such as a scratching |
| stop cat scratching, which have worked well for me | | | | post or pad, away from your household effects. |
| in my household. | | | | 5. Reward your Kitty for good scratching behavior |
| 1. Cover your Kitty's favourite scratching surfaces | | | | with treats or play time. |
| with materials that cats do not like to scratch. Plastic | | | | The tips given above should stop cat scratching in |
| or adhesive sheets are effective in keeping cats | | | | most cases and help you save dollars and |
| away from these places. | | | | embarrassment and many hours of lost sleep trying |
| 2. Citrus scented oils or sprays are also effective in | | | | to figure out how to stop cat scratching. If these |
| keeping cats from scratching furniture and carpets. | | | | tips do not put a stop to cat scratching you may |
| However it is wise to check whether the sprays | | | | need to look for expert help. |
| would cause any damage to these surfaces before | | | | |