human
My cat is being naughty and won't stop scratching my furniture. What can I do to stop this behaviour?
assistant
Keep your cats claws trimmed regularly, as overgrown nails can contribute to furniture scratching. 2 Make sure there are plenty of scratching posts, mats and other alternatives for your cat to use, as cats generally only scratch at objects they find acceptable.3 If your cat isn't using the scratching posts provided, you may need to change the post or mat, or consider moving it to a different area. 4 You can also discourage unwanted scratching behavior by spraying the furniture with a cat repellent or by covering it with materials your cat isn't attracted to, such as double-sided sticky tape or an aluminium foil-covered cardboard.5 Lastly, make sure to give your cat plenty of attention and reward them with positive reinforcement when they use the scratching posts that you have provided.