WHY IS MY CAT SCRATCHING?

Put up several scratching posts around the house, including near the furniture and other areas where your cat likes to scratch. Try vertical and horizontal scratching posts, as well as different types (cardboard, carpet, etc.). Sprinkle some catnip on the posts to entice your kitty.

Scratching Deterrents

If your cat is still scratching destructively, try Comfort Zone Spray & Scratch Control Spray to spray specific areas where your cat is scratching. You can also use the Comfort Zone Calming Diffuser to help your kitty feel like everything is secure. These products emit soothing pheromones that mimic a cat's natural, calming pheromones to help reduce stress-caused scratching.

If all else fails, try covering an often-scratched furniture piece with a thin sheet of plastic or some double-sided tape in the spots your cat most frequently scratches. Cats dislike the feel of these materials and may stop

 scratching there rather than touch the plastic or tape. You might also need to trim your cat's claws a little or try safe cat claw caps.

Since stress can trigger destructive scratching of the carpet or other areas, try decreasing anything that might make your cat uneasy. This could mean closing the shades so she doesn't see a stray cat outside or moving her litter box to a quieter location. Play with your cat more frequently to build her confidence and help her get rid of some of her pent-up energy. You can also try adding some kitty condos, cat trees, and window perches. Some cats feel more confident when they have high places they can call their own.

Remember, cats scratch for their health, so don't discourage scratching. Instead, set up lots of acceptable and enticing places to scratch and help your fur baby decrease any stress that may make her uneasy.