Methods to prevent cats from scratching furniture:

1. It is useful to trim the cat’s nails regularly. If the cat’s nails are trimmed in time, they will be destructive. will also be greatly reduced.

2. Buy at least one scratching post for your cat. Cat scratching posts are one solution for cats scratching furniture, but owners may need to spend time encouraging cats to use scratching posts. Make sure to secure the scratching post somewhere so it doesn't move around while your cat is scratching. Make sure the scratching post isn't too heavy and isn't too high, or it could fall and hit your cat.

3. Putting cat scratch tape on furniture will make cats dislike scratching. Cat scratch tape is useful for making furniture less welcoming to cats. Felines are sensitive to texture, especially on their paws.

4. You can use a towel dipped in diluted disinfectant, wipe the furniture, and then spray it with a cat repellent. The cat repellent is harmless to cats, but it can emit chemicals that cats hate, such as citrus. Cats will naturally stay away from furniture due to the smell.

The reasons why cats scratch furniture:

1. Cats have a need for self-exercise. Cats sometimes scratch to stretch their muscles. It may be The cat sleeps for too long or keeps moving in the same direction. Scratching is a way for cats to relax.

2. Mark the territory. There are abundant glands on the cat's paws, which can secrete a sticky and smelly liquid. The liquid adheres to the surface of the scratched object, leaving a smell that represents its own territory. The smell of this mucus will attract the cat to scratch at the same place again. , and it feels safe to leave a mark in a new place.