How do I get a cat to use a scratching post?
Cats scratch for a number of reasons, including marking their territory, exercise and shedding old layers of claw. Scratching is a natural feline behavior, but when your cat scratches your furniture or carpet it can be an annoyance. Redirecting your cat’s scratching from your furniture to his own scratching post will not only save your furniture, it will benefit your cat in the long run.Purchasing the PostsScratching posts come in a variety of shapes and sizes. Some come in the form of cat jungle gyms, with multiple surfaces and hiding places. Others are simple, vertical carpet-covered posts. The type of scratching post your cat will use depends on your cat’s personal preferences. Buy a selection of different scratching posts for your cat to see which type she prefers.Placing the PostMost cats stretch and scratch when they have just woken up. Make sure there is a scratching post close to your cat’s favorite nap spots so he can get his stretching and scratching out of the way. Place sev
