DanceWhale Anti Scratch Cat Training Tape, 4 inches x 33 Yards Clear Double-Sided Cat Scratch Deterrent Tape - Furniture Protector for Couch, Carpet, Doors, Counter Tops

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This mat is highly versatile in terms of installation as long as the surface is flat and smooth. I used it on the floor, but product photos picture the mat being affixed to a wall to create a vertical scratching surface. Frequent scratching can be a sign of anxiety in cats and it’s worth bringing the issue up with your veterinarian. On top of a proper course of treatment, you might also consider using a calming spray like this to discourage destructive scratching and help your cat feel more comfortable at home. In case your cat learns to stop scratching certain areas in your home, you can simply remove the tape by pulling it off. This change of mind return policy is in addition to, and does not affect your rights under the Australian Consumer Law including any rights you may have in respect of faulty items. To return faulty items see our Returning Faulty Items policy.

But because it is an adhesive, it does have an inherent risk that it will either come up incompletely or might even leave a mark from where it pulls away finish from the wood. The risk is higher if your tape is on for a long time and is in high heat and humidity. I like this because it's clear and thin, so my (now 5-month old) kitten didn't notice it until he actually stepped on it. I put in on the corners of my couch, underneath my curtains, and in general areas I don't want him on (the dining room table). When I first put it on my furniture, my kitten wondered what it was but disliked it when he used his paws to try to figure it out, lol. Needless to say this has worked great as a deterrent for his scratching and getting on general surfaces. The best thing you can do to mitigate the damage caused by scratching is to use scratch deterrents like the products reviewed above to protect specific surfaces and redirect your cat toward a more specific outlet for his scratching instincts. Relevant Articles:

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The Skyline Sisal Cat Scratching Post was the clear favorite of the seven vertical scratchers we tested. Both of my cats returned to the scratcher multiple times a day during the first month of testing. Six months later, one still scratches there daily. Because other scratch deterrents work so well for me, I decided to try using the SSSCAT spray system for another purpose. My cat Biscuit likes to scream at me through the bedroom door all morning, so I placed it next to the doorframe at night. The spray certainly worked as planned, though it was pretty easy for Biscuit to start meowing from a little further away, out of the line of spray. What We Liked: SET IT AND FORGET IT – Hate seeing expensive furniture torn to shreds by Kitty? Need a cat scratch deterrent that provides cat protection even when you’re not home? Our double sided tape for cats is the fastest way to stop your furry friend’s scratching and clawing! Ideally, the tape should also be odourless. While most cats have extremely sensitive noses, some can suffer from asthma or allergies to some chemicals — so it’s best to stay on the safe side of things. Cats are drawn to rough materials which is why sisal- and carpet-covered scratching posts work so well. Unfortunately, upholstered furniture has a similar appeal. One of the simplest ways to deter scratching is to make the surface less appealing to your cat.

My furniture-scratching cat seemed to enjoy flexing his claws on the Sofa Scratcher Squared as much as he enjoyed using them on my couch. He tore at the sisal guard every time he jumped onto the furniture for a nap. After nearly six months of use, it still looks brand new. With so many products available for sale these days, separating the wheat from the chaff can be quite challenging. We recently rescued a kitten and he has been tearing the house apart. Our couch actually belongs to our landlord and he seems to be focused on clawing the couch ends as much as possible. Both of our cats love scratching the corners of our mattress as well.Alternatives to declawing include creating more options for your cats to scratch their claws on. Maybe consider filing them down. You can trim your cat's claws yourself, as long as you do this safely. But, make sure to not cut too low. How to stop your cat scratching furniture, couches, carpets and curtains One of the most effective methods for soothing stress and anxiety in cats is a pheromone spray. Pheromones are simply chemical signals animals use to communicate. They’re released through your cat’s scent glands to mark his territory, but they’re also released by mother cats to soothe their kittens. Products that release cat pheromones can have a calming effect on your cat.

Using cat houses, climbing frames and cat trees allows your cat to have their own space whilst also giving them a lot of different features to play around with. Soft Claws Cat Nail Caps allow your cat to scratch and use their paws naturally without causing damage to your furniture.

Show their happiness: Have you ever had a cat come to knead into your belly or legs with their claws? This is them showing their comfort with you. It's said that cats do this when they're kittens to get the milk out of their mother's teats. Now, they do it on humans to replicate that comfort. Why you shouldn't declaw your cat Resembling a city skyline, this scratcher has three sisal-covered vertical posts at heights of 30.5 inches, 22 inches, and 16.5 inches arranged together at the center of a broad rectangular base. The base is covered in scratchable artificial turf. After six months, the scratcher's sisal is a little shaggy but still looks nice overall.