Preventing your beloved cat from clawing on a new sofa may not be easy, but by doing it right and with the proper knowledge, your four-legged friend will soon lose interest in your beautiful sofa. This tutorial shows you the steps required to achieve your goal.
Steps
Step 1. Try to block access to the area of the sofa where your furry friend likes to get manicures
Place a cardboard box or other object that blocks access to that particular spot on the sofa.
Step 2. Whenever your cat claws on the couch, spray it with water
A little sprinkling will be enough, it will not be necessary to bathe it. He will just have to understand that if he continues with his behavior he will soon find himself wet, and as everyone knows cats are not water lovers.
Step 3. Purchase a cat scratching post
It should be the only place in the house where your cat can clean his nails and climb using his 'claws'. You will find that it is a very effective item.
Step 4. Trim your cat's nails
If you can't do this because he tends to rebel, take him to the vet or a professional.
Step 5. Build a toy for your pet
Domestic cats sleep more than 10 hours a day, but they must somehow occupy the rest of the time. Do what you can to keep your cat from getting bored. Teach him new games, your bond will become stronger.
Step 6. Place a sheet of paper in front of the area of the sofa your cat likes to claw on and sprinkle it with a peppermint essence or other intense scent your furry companion doesn't like
He will run away as soon as he smells the strong smell.
Step 7. Cover the sofa with a blanket
This way your cat will lose access to their favorite scratching post. Use a very thick blanket.
