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 ...

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.

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 ...

“Furniture has a lot of qualities that are very appealing to cats when they look for something to scratch,” says Joey Lusvardi, certified cat behavior consultant at Class Act Cats. “Most ...

previously told Business Insider that cats scratch to communicate, stretch and condition their claws, and claim possessions.

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 ...