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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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. Physical cat scratch deterrents can be affixed directly to a piece of furniture or another surface. They’re often made from claw-proof plastic, but you can also find products that match the color and texture of upholstered furniture. If you're a cat owner, you'll be familiar with the sounds of cats digging their claws into furniture nearby. You'll know the sound of their claws ripping through precious fabrics. Not to mention the cat hair that comes along with it. But alas, it doesn't need to be so heartbreaking when you can control what these kitties dig their claws into.

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. Another way to make a scratching surface less appealing to cats is to use odor. Cats have sensitive noses and certain scents function as deterrents. Spraying the surface with something your cat finds unpleasant could help keep him from scratching. 2. They Create a Physical Barrier To Prevent Damage Caused by Scratching.If you own an indoor cat they will still need to scratch – their claws need to be kept sharp and clean for comfort. If there is nothing that is as suitable as a piece of bark would be, your cat will need to compromise and find something else. They will find something that works for them, and it may take them some trial and error.

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. 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 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. Pros: Three scratching posts of different heights, sisal-covered posts, broad base covered in scratchable artificial turf, holds up to 32 pounds These tapes were specifically designed to stand up against cat scratches which makes them much more effective than just using a general double-sided tape.

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Pros: Transparent, flexible, made from durable marine-grade vinyl, withstands sharp claws, easy to install with upholstery twist pins, waterproof, comes in four sizes, can be cut down to smaller sizes, long-lasting

Giving your cat somewhere high up to rest and feel safe is also a good idea; this can be combined with a scratching post as well. Restricting access to most of the rooms in your home may also work; if a cat only has access to two rooms, for example, they may feel much more relaxed and secure. Upholstered furniture and carpets are the two surfaces this type of tape seems to work best for, so if your cat has a penchant for scratching on your sofa or chairs, it could be the right solution to your problem. Nail caps prevent your cat's claws from scratching your furniture. Calder likes Soft Claws, and out of the two nail cap brands we considered, we found the medium-sized Soft Claws nail caps to be better sized for a 9- to 13-pound cat's claws. Review: "I put together this cat tree all by myself. I'm a disabled, housebound lady, so if I can do it myself, anyone can. This is an amazing cat tree. I have three cats who love it. They are very choosy cats at that, so if it’s good enough for them, it’s good enough for me. The delivery was super-fast got before the delivery date. The tree is definitely value for money. Money well spent. You can’t get better than that. I definitely recommend this tree! Five-star rating all the way!" Infuse the area with a deterring scent Vertical scratching posts and horizontal scratch pads provide your cat with an appropriate surface on which to enact his natural scratching instincts. Vertical posts are ideal because your cat can get in a good stretch as he scratches. They need to be tall enough to accommodate the length of your cat’s body and should have a sturdy base to keep them from falling over.

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When you bring the scratching post home, place it in front of the area that has seen the most damage from your cat. Gently take your cat and wipe their paws down the post – this puts their scent on it. It also shows the cat what they should do with the post once they have it. Lion Tamer spray is a non-staining formula spray bottle that will protect your precious items from your cat’s claws. This spray smells lovely to humans but cats don’t enjoy the scent at all (cat deterrent) and will stay away from the area in which they find it. It’s perfectly natural, derived from plants, so no harm will come to your cat or your furniture (furniture spray). Frisco 33.5-inch Sisal Scratching Post: This scratching post is similar to the Smartcat Ultimate, but with a faux-fur-covered base and top, it's less aesthetically pleasing. Like the SmartCat Ultimate Post, my cats did not use the Frisco scratcher, likely because of its imposing column shape.