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.

Just go through some of the top choices in terms of tapes out there and see which ones are clearly marketed as non-toxic and hypoallergenic. Cons: May be difficult to get on, may fall off before four to six weeks are up, many cats will not tolerate them For our full debrief and ideas in detail, scroll down for all the information. Here are our top tips for getting your cat to stop scratching: 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. There is more than one reason why cats really scratch furniture, carpets and curtains. Although it can be frustrating, it's unlikely cats realise the harm that they're doing.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 The products reviewed above are designed to deter your cat from scratching, but that’s only one piece of the puzzle. If you’re going to take action to keep your cat from scratching certain surfaces, you need to provide him with an alternative option. The product comes in just one size, though, which means that if you want to cover narrower areas, you’ll have to do your best at cutting it so that it fits. We tested four floor scratchers and found the simple design of the Our Pets Double-Wide Cat Scratcher was the most universally attractive to our feline testers. This affordable scratcher made from recycled corrugated cardboard is 18 inches long and 10 inches wide and sits inside a cardboard frame. It also comes with a small bag of catnip to help entice cats. In case your cat learns to stop scratching certain areas in your home, you can simply remove the tape by pulling it off.

Of the two vinyl guards we tested, the Clawguard Furniture Shield offered the most protection and took less than five minutes to install. The transparent, flexible material attaches to upholstery or carpeting with twist pins inserted through holes that run the length of the shield's edges. When the shield is secured tight, the clear plastic caps on the pins look like small buttons. Pros: Combination scratcher/furniture guard; fits snugly against a couch, chair corner, or furniture leg; held in place by weight of furniture instead of tape or pins; made of toxin-free sisal; available in five colors One thing that seems to make this item stand out from the crowd is its ability to appear ‘invisible’. It goes without saying that it will still be noticeable to some extent, but it’s not as obvious as other anti-scratch tapes. Removing cat scratch tape from furniture isn’t usually a complicated thing. It’s designed to go down easy and come up easy. It usually comes up without effort from most fabric upholstery.

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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.

If chronic anxiety is a problem for your cat, a pheromone diffuser that plugs into the wall might be a good option. If your cat tends to express his anxiety by scratching specific surfaces, a deterrent spray that contains pheromones might help. 4. They Startle Your Cat When He Approaches the Area You Want To Protect. Petfusion Ultimate Cat Window Scratching Post: I liked the design of this scratching post, which has a perch at the top that suctions to a window for stability. My cats, however, did not feel the same. They used neither the sisal scratcher nor the perch. Clawguard Furniture Shields are an easy-to-install, semi-permanent fix to protect furniture and carpet from a cat's claws. Most customers describe it as effective and durable, and some say that it even works in deterring cats from spraying in certain places.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. This spray is non-damaging for use on fabrics, upholstery, and hardwood. It contains calming pheromones which signal to your cat that the area to which it is applied is safe. Spray it where your cat tends to scratch, on his bedding, and in his carrier for trips to the vet.

It wouldn’t hurt if you also looked at the colour. Ideally, the tape should be completely transparent so that it doesn’t affect the design of your furniture in any way. Final thoughts Pros: Three scratching posts of different heights, sisal-covered posts, broad base covered in scratchable artificial turf, holds up to 32 pounds Some customers comment that their cats aren’t interested in the product. If you’re using the mat as a furniture protector, however, and provide alternative scratching surfaces for your cat the goal of scratch deterrence will still be accomplished. What We Liked: This system requires four AAA batteries but it’s fairly compact and easy to use on counters, in entryways, or wherever your cat likes to scratch. Simply set it on a flat surface and aim the sprayer where your cat is most likely to trigger the motion-activated sensor. It’s quite likely that you’ll be able to find out other useful things, such as whether it can go on wallpaper or plaster walls and if it risks damaging them. Tape Size

Cats knead and scratch around everything. From their own cat beds, furniture and carpets to their mother's bellies, it's in a cat's instinct. But, how do you stop your cat from scratching your furniture? Spray the tape and allow it to sit for 15 minutes. Then use your razor scraper to very gently lift it away. It should come away easily.