How can I get my cat to quit scratching doors?
Why Do Cats Scratch? It’s normal for cats to scratch objects in their environment for many reasons: To remove the dead outer layer of their claws. To mark their territory by leaving both a visual mark and a scent — they have scent glands on their paws. To stretch their bodies and flex their feet and claws. To work off energy. Because scratching is a normal behavior, and one that cats are highly motivated to display, it’s unrealistic to try to prevent them from scratching. Instead, the goal in resolving scratching problems is to redirect the scratching onto acceptable objects. Training Your Cat To Scratch Acceptable Objects You must provide objects for scratching that are appealing, attractive and convenient from your cat’s point of view. Start by observing the physical features of the objects your cat is scratching. The answers to the following questions will help you understand your cat’s scratching preferences: Where are they located? Prominent objects, objects close to sleeping are
