PODCAST - Protect your furniture with cat trees
Episode 5: Protect your furniture with cat trees
Introduction: "Furniture scratching is a common problem for cat owners. In this episode, we'll discover how a cat tree can save your couch!"
Body :
- “Scratching is a natural behavior in cats, essential to their well-being. It allows them to mark their territory using glands located in their pads and to keep their claws in good condition.
- Unfortunately, this often means that your furniture, carpets or curtains become the prime targets.
- A study conducted by the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) found that 42% of cat owners report having problems with their furniture being scratched.
- That's where the cat tree comes in. With surfaces specifically designed for scratching, it offers an ideal alternative to meet your feline's natural scratching needs.
- How to choose a suitable cat tree?
- Choose a tree with trunks covered in sisal , a durable and attractive material for cats.
- Place the tree near areas where your cat already likes to scratch. If your couch is a frequent target, position the cat tree next to it to distract your cat.
- Add appeasing pheromones or catnip to encourage your feline to adopt the tree.
- Observed results : According to a study in the journal "Applied Animal Behavior Science", 78% of cats abandon furniture for a well-positioned and designed cat tree.
- If your cat persists in scratching elsewhere, use temporary protections such as covers or adhesive films on the targeted areas, while positively reinforcing its behavior when it uses the tree.
Conclusion: "A cat tree is more than just an accessory: it's a practical and aesthetic solution to preserve your furniture while making your cat happy. Thanks for listening, and see you soon for the next episode!"
How do you get your cat to use their cat tree? Catster has the answer.
