Cats have an innate instinct to scratch. Training a cat to quit scratching is impossible. Expecting a cat to cease this natural habit is like telling humans to stop blinking. Scratching helps clean your cat's claws by keeping them free from dead nail materials. It is also your cat's way of marking its territory. The scent glands found on their feet, when brushed against something, leave their aroma on that object.
A cat will satisfy its desire to scratch without a suitable location by shredding the carpets, couch, stereo speakers, draperies, and furniture. However, by providing appropriate outlets for your cat's scratching impulses, your pet may learn to avoid scratching your expensive possessions. This is where the scratching equipment can be beneficial. If you have the appropriate scratching equipment and install it correctly, you can have peace of mind that your cat will not have the urge to harm your precious household items.
Any concerns you may have about your pet’s health and/or behavior should be brought to the attention of your veterinarian Ruidoso, NM.
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