Luckily, Erickson says there are a few ways to encourage cats to scratch while saving your living ... You can watch this week's full pet Project interview with Erickson in the video player above.

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- In this week's CBS Pet Project ... to recognize the signs of your cat's biting and scratching habits. Erickson said cats don't bite or scratch out of nowhere.

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. For many cat owners, torn furniture seems to come with the territory ...

Marking Territory – Cats scratch to leave both visual and scent markers, claiming their territory. Their paw pads contain scent glands, so when they scratch, they’re leaving a message for ...

This Pet Column is from the Second Chance Feline Behavior Library, where the organization shares tips for common training ...

Scratching is a natural feline behavior. Cats scratch to stretch, keep their claws in good shape for climbing and hunting, and mark their territory with scents and visible signs, says Dr. Maggie ...

Cats scratch things. As any cat owner knows ... the founder of a nonprofit called the Paw Project who has been sounding the alarm about the cruelty of this procedure for two decades.

They discovered that cats tend to scratch more often and more intensely when they're stressed. Particularly, children in the home seem to cause high levels of stress that lead to scratching.

Most cat owners will be familiar with the torn cushions, carpets and sofas that come as part of the package. But the feline instinct to scratch is made worse by stress, a study shows – and young ...