There's no way to stop your kitty from scratching since it's an instinctual thing, but you can save your carpet and furniture by providing your kitty with something to scratch. A Cat Scratch Post can keep your furniture and carpet scratch-free and your feline happy.
There are many different kinds of scratching posts for cats on the market today. Here are some examples of the various types for your kitty.
Sisal - Sisal is a kind of rope that is durable enough to withstand a lot cat scratches. Usually, these posts have a large base, sisal post and small base at the top. This way your kitty can scratch the carpet on the bases or get on top as they love to climb nearly as much as they love to scratch. Carpet - The posts covered with plush carpet are usually best for keeping your cat from scratching your area rugs or carpeting.
Multi-Level - You have likely seen three to six carpeted shelves, if you will, that allow the cat to not only scratch but climb to the top making your kitty feel like a king or queen.
Door Hung - Cat scratching posts that you can hang over a door knob is great for cats. These are more portable as well for traveling. You can find these usually made with sisal rope.
This is just a very small sampling you can find to give your feline a way to satisfy their instinct to scratch. Many times you can find these kinds of products that include toys like little balls, feathers, pom poms, a birdie or a mouse. There are all kinds of shapes, sizes and types of scratching posts from which to choose, so there shouldn't be any problem finding the perfect solution to keep your cat from scratching your furniture and carpet.
Now you know that there is a better option over having your precious kitty declawed so you can start shopping for the perfect Cat Scratch Post that will not only save your home furnishings but also provide your kitty something fun to do.
