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What is the best way to keep a cat from clawing your furniture?
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The best way to keep a cat from clawing your furniture is to provide scratching posts and surfaces that are designed for cats. Cats will naturally scratch at objects they find interesting, so providing them with appropriate items encourages them to use their claws on these instead of your furniture. Additionally, it can help to discourage unwanted behavior by spraying deterrents such as bitter apple or vinegar around the area where you want the cat to scratch.