human
Is there a way to prevent my cat from scratching my couch?
assistant
Yes, there are several ways you can help your cat stay off of your couch. First, make sure that the couch is comfortable and inviting for your cat by providing them with alternate scratching surfaces such as cardboard scratchers or sisal mats. You could also try spraying deterrents on the furniture like bitter apple spray or citrus-based sprays. Additionally, keep the area around the couch free of any potential scratching material, such as paper towels, newspapers, and other items they may find interesting. Lastly, provide plenty of interactive toys to keep your cat entertained so that they don't have time to scratch the furniture.