[header] How to solve cat book and furniture chewing [title] Try being firm with the cat first. [step] Most cats respond to voice tone; if the tone is negative, deep and authoritative, the cat will know that you are displeased and be left in no doubt that you want the action to stop. Whenever the cat chews or scratches, say " no " in a firm, deep voice. 
[title] Follow up a strong " no " with a spray from a water bottle. [step] This is probably best used if the cat is chewing furniture; for books, there is a risk of the pages getting wet.