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Cat Scratching Furniture - Why It Happens and What Helps
Why Cats Scratch Furniture
Scratching is a natural behaviour for cats. It helps maintain claw health, stretch muscles, and even mark territory. Problems arise when cats choose furniture instead of appropriate scratching surfaces.
Possible causes
- lack of suitable scratching surfaces
- scratching posts in poor locations
- stress or territorial marking
- boredom or excess energy
Things that may help
Encouraging appropriate scratching often involves:
- providing sturdy vertical scratching posts
- placing posts near sleeping areas
- adding horizontal scratching options
- increasing play and enrichment
When behaviour support helps
If scratching behaviour continues despite environmental changes, behaviour consultation can help identify why your cat is choosing certain locations.
