Cats tear up wallpaper and upholstered furniture, that's a fact. Such is their nature, from which there is no escape and no escape. The fact is that they are predators in which claws are more important than teeth. Cats climb trees, hunt, so claws are, consider, a tool, the sharpness of which plays a fundamental role for your cat. But since you share a common living space with your pet, you need to find a way to preserve your interests, that is, to leave the interior alone, solving the problem with claws.
Read in the article
- 1 What you shouldn't do with a cat
- 2 Disgust instead of fear
- 3 Alternative and bait - solving the problem with the cat
- 4 I got a cat - be ready for surprises
What you shouldn't do with a cat
The Internet is replete with various recommendations, one more trenchant than the other. For example - to scare the cat as soon as he starts to tear his claws against your wallpaper. What is not advised, and a water pistol is the most harmless option. You can't frighten an animal. From this it will be in constant stress, and who knows how this stress will manifest itself. It is quite possible that one day, putting on your favorite and very expensive shoes before going to work, you will find them in a puddle or another - denser - surprise.
And it is certainly impossible to cut the claws of a cat, as, unfortunately, many do. This is no longer stress, this is direct violence that deprives the cat of its nature, makes it cripple, because it is on the claws the cat has a lot of nerve endings, touching which with a careless haircut, you will cause the animal unbearable suffering.
Disgust instead of fear
Disgust is an emotion that is acceptable in raising a cat. This is a humane path for both of you, use it. Cats don't like the smell of citrus, so lemon juice or tangerine-scented cologne is a great way to make your pet lose interest in a particular place.
Alternative and bait - solving the problem with the cat
Since your pet cannot help sharpening its claws, offer him a place where he can do it without hindrance. It is desirable to have a lot of such places, at least one in each room. What will fit? Yes, ordinary wooden planks covered with carpet.
Place the scratching posts where he already enjoys sharpening his hunting tool. Observe your pet, and when you notice that he is using a scratching post, reward him with a treat.
And finally - a secret weapon that will draw the attention of a predator to your scratching post. Rub the surface of the carpet with catnip or apply a few drops of valerian.
I got a cat - be ready for surprises
In general, if we talk about the interaction of pets and your interior, the latter will always be the loser. Alternatively, use special wallpaper that is resistant to mechanical damage, or panels made of solid materials.
Once you have decided to take responsibility for a living being, then put up with its habits and characteristics. Then your union will be complete, because the cat puts up with your habits.
To continue the topic - a small video about cat entertainment that you can do yourself:
How do you solve the problem with wallpaper and furniture in the apartment? Share your experience in the comments!
