How to disaccustom the cat to tear furniture, sofa in humane ways?

Often, after reaching a certain age, the kitten begins to sharpen claws on surrounding objects, which leads to their gradual deterioration. There are many techniques, how to wean a cat to scrub a sofa, a favorite chair, padded stools or doors of lockers. The main thing is not to try to explain to the animal that it can not be done. Announced by many options with a sprinkling of the cat with water or loud shouts will not help protect the furniture. They will only provoke aggression on the part of the kitten, which at best will start scratching something else, but no less valuable.

You should immediately take into account that the animal will not stop sharpening its claws, this is a natural process that positively affects the physical and mental condition of the pet. On the one hand, the cat so marks the territory, affirming itself as a full-fledged resident of the apartment. Often cats specifically tear down the owner's favorite place, showing this their location. And in some cases this is the only way out to correct the condition of the worn claws.

Which cats do not fight furniture - the pros and cons of radical approaches

Contrary to popular belief, the cat breed has no value in this area. Regardless of whether an aggressive Siamese cat lives at home, a calm maine coon or an exotic sphinx, the furniture is in the same danger. Sterilization also does not play a decisive role, even a calmed pet will not abandon his favorite habit. If the animal spoils the products from time to time, this may be the result of poor quality care for its claws. In this case it is recommended to visit a veterinarian and find out how to perform basic manipulations.

The most often stubborn beast is always cutting furniture. In this case, driven to white-tempered hosts sometimes go to radical methods of solving the problem. In order for the pet never to scratch anything again, they agree to do one of the following procedures:

1. Complete removal of the claws.
2. Trimming of the tendons, which prevents the ability to release claws.
3. Regular clipping of elements.

All these methods lead literally to disability of the cat. The animal's posture deteriorates and coordination is disrupted, which is accompanied by severe stress. No need to be surprised if, after such an aggressive approach, it becomes evident that now the pet is chewing on shoes, furniture and everything that comes across to it.

Humane and effective ways to wean cats from the destructive habit of

After radical methods have been swept away, you can start looking for a suitable way out of the situation. It is best to start with providing a home pest with a quality replacement in the form of a nail clipper. And do it at the first signs that the pet liked a leather sofa or a soft armchair, until he tore the object to filler.

The cat itself does not go to sharpen its claws on a new incomprehensible product, it will be necessary to do a lot to make it clear that the replacement is equivalent:

1. First, the product can be leant against that piece of furniture that the animal intentionally spoils.
2. It is also worthwhile to take the cat by the foot and gently carry it over the surface with a high level of tension and resistance. The cat likes to scratch exactly such areas, so sometimes even one practical lesson is enough.
3. Weasel is even pleasant to a cat, therefore it is necessary to praise every time an animal that has independently chosen a scratching pad, not furniture.

In addition to providing a product that can be sharpened with claws, care must be taken to ensure that the cat has lost interest in everything that it had previously scratched. Otherwise, you can face a situation in which the animal is grinding everything indiscriminately.

• Citrus essential oils can be used to stop scratching the cuddled leather sofa. Just a few drops, rubbed on the surface of the upholstery or diluted in large quantities of water and sprayed over its surface, will drive away the stubborn animal. You just need not forget to update the smell.

Tip: Simultaneously, it is worthwhile to stimulate the interest of the cat to scratch. To do this, drip a few drops of valerian or catnip.

• Cats hate when their claws and paws stick to the surface they tear. Several bands of double-sided scotch will quickly cool down the animal's interest in furniture. However, it is recommended to do this only in the case of a leather object, the fabric from a long time on it glue appreciably spoils.
• Special popularity in the fight against cats who like to sharpen claws, gain silicone attachments. They are applied with the help of a glue safe for animals to natural elements. The only inconvenience is that the nozzles will have to be changed regularly. And this technique will not help if the animal not only scratches, but also gnaws the surface.

In extreme cases, you can do with cases. They are best made of soft fabric and folded. To the cat scratched the surface, it must be tight. If the animal is cutting the fabric, and it gathers in waves and does not stretch, it will quickly lose interest to the site.

What if the cat scratches the leather sofa?

If time was lost and the cat nevertheless thoroughly undermined the furniture, upholstered in fabric, the restoration of a specific site with the help of the same material or the original decorative insert can help. Leather sofa is so easy to restore it does not work, you can only mask shallow scratches yourself. In case of serious damage, it is better not to try to do anything at home, but immediately turn to professionals.

• Olive oil. The use of this component can save, even if the animal prefers to sharpen its claws on the light skin. At first it is recommended to try the method on an inconspicuous site of the material and only after that to start restoration. Take a slightly warm olive oil and a thick cotton pad. Wet cotton in the oil carefully squeezed, gently rub the scratch itself and small areas of skin around it. We work in circular motions in one direction. After that, wait until the composition is dry and evaluate the work. In some cases, the scratch can disappear without a trace from one treatment. If necessary, repeat the manipulation.
• If the cat has slightly scratched a dark leather sofa, then it is better to use a shoe cream. We select the product of the desired shade, apply it to a cotton swab and gently rub it into the damaged surface. We wait until the mass dries and rubs the area with a clean paper towel. We evaluate the work and, if necessary, make several more approaches.
• If the furniture is covered with deep scratches, you will have to do the following. First, we use the oil approach( regardless of the color of the material).Then again, we treat the place with oil, we put cotton fabric on it and wait, when the liquid absorbs into it. After this, we take a new piece of tissue, moisten it with water and apply it to the area with damages. We smooth the flap with a warm iron, holding it for no more than 8-10 seconds. If necessary, repeat several times. From this effect, oil will absorb better, masking the scratches.

The sooner you start implementing these methods, the more likely you will be to save furniture without sacrificing your pet's health and good mood.

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