To train a cat to use a scratching post, you must first stop the cat from scratching other furniture in the home, and then sprinkle catnip on the scratching post to entice the cat to play. Secondly, the owner can try to cut the cat's nails. When the cat feels that its nails are uncomfortable, it will also go to the cat scratching post to grind its nails. In addition, if the cat does not like the current position of the scratching post, it will not use it, so the owner can also try to move the scratching post to another location.

1. Discourage cats from scratching other furniture

If the cat is used to scratching the furniture at home, it will not be very interested in cat litter. Therefore, owners must first prevent cats from scratching furniture such as sofas and mattresses at home. They can also spray scents they don’t like on these furniture, such as orange scent, essential oil, etc. If the cat still wants to scratch the sofa or other furniture, it needs to be stopped immediately and severely criticized. Over time, cats will get used to using scratching posts.

2. Use catnip to seduce

Most cats are not resistant to catnip, so owners can sprinkle a small amount of catnip on the cat scratching board to arouse the cat's interest and prevent the cat from scratching the furniture at home. But don’t give too much catnip, otherwise it may cause damage to the cat’s nervous system. In addition, if a cat is usually irritable or in estrus, you can also give an appropriate amount of catnip to relieve the cat's mood.

3. Trim the cat’s nails

If the cat’s nails are too long, the owner can try to trim the cat’s nails. When the cat feels that its nails are not very comfortable, it will also go to a scratching post to grind its nails.

4. Change the position of the cat scratching post

Cats may only sharpen their claws in places where they usually move around due to habits, so owners can choose to place cat scratching posts in places where cats like to grind their nails or in places they are familiar with, such as around the sofa or mattress. Around the cat's nest. If you still don’t like the scratching post, you can try replacing it, or your cat may not like the smell or material of the previous scratching post.