how to teach cats not to scratch?
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Use deterrents. Stick double-sided tape on furniture, which makes the surface unpleasant for cats. Use feline pheromone spray, which reduces the cat's desire to scent-mark. Spray the cat with a water bottle if they're scratching somewhere other than a scratching post.
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(Some cats don't like to bump their sensitive whiskers!) If your cat still won't eat wet food (like my Milo), try giving your cat a broth, like unsalted tuna water, clam juice or meat broth.
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Arthritis, hip dysplasia, or other chronic ailments make it uncomfortable for cats to jump in an out of litter boxes, cover their poop, or self-groom. Talk to your vet if you think your cat is in pain. They can prescribe pain medications or suggest environmental modifications to help your painful cat use their box.
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['Place some cream cheese or baby food on your finger or cheek.', 'Call your cat. Point you your face or finger and say "kiss."', 'Praise your cat by petting him and giving him a cat treat. Eventually, your cat will discover that he actually enjoys kisses.']
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Most cats don't like the sound or the feel of aluminum foil. They find the crinkly noise unpleasant and the texture of the foil, smooth, cold and shiny, is not their first choice for sitting or scratching. Some don't mind it though, and have been known to curl up on a sheet, so you'll have to try it on your own cat.
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Kittens begin to scratch at around 8 weeks old, so start training your cat when it's young, by providing scratching posts or stands. Your cat can still indulge in its natural behavior, but without shredding your furniture.
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['Have your cat neutered as soon as possible.', "Don't allow your cat outdoors after dusk and only allow outside access during the day time. ... ", 'Use a reflective break away collar on your cat to help drivers see your cat.', 'Get your cat microchipped.']
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['Start your first training session when your cat is relaxed. Invite him up on your lap and begin to pet him in long strokes down his body, scratch his ears, and allow him to rub his face in against your hand. ... ', 'Pick up your cat and place him in your lap. ... ', 'Incorporate these handling exercises into playtime with your cat.']
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["Call your cat's name. Grab your cat's favorite treats and urge him to come to you. ... ", 'Place a treat where your cat can enjoy it. ... ', 'Place your hands into position. ... ', 'Say "bang, bang" or "play dead." Gently press down on your cat\'s back, until she reclines or stretches on the floor.', 'Release the cat.']
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Since most cats dislike the way aluminum foil feels and sounds under their paws, it can be an effective deterrent for keeping them off of a surface you don't want them to walk on.
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["Place a second litter box with pellets next to your cat's current litter box. ... ", 'Start adding pellet litter to the other box as well. ... ', 'Keep the litter boxes clean, and remove “deposits” at least twice a day.']
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["Watch Your Body Language. If a cat feels fear, she's more likely to hide or avoid you. ... ", 'Let the Cat Approach You. Cats can be irresistibly adorable. ... ', "Observe the Cat's Likes and Dislikes. ... ", 'Keep Calm and Stay Positive. ... ', 'Use Treats Strategically. ... ', 'Play with the Cat—But Know When to Stop.']
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Antihistamines such as Benadryl can be used, but they work best preventatively, before your cat is exposed to the allergen. Fatty acid supplements might help relieve your cat's itchy skin.
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Start by moving a few feet away from your cat. Say the animal's name and then crinkle the bag. As soon as your cat comes, reward her with a treat. If you've been clicker training your cat, you can also use a click to reinforce the desired behavior when your cat comes to you.
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Once you've figured out your cat's preferences, you're halfway to the finish line. Scratching behavior depends mostly on texture, so cover off-limits spots with things your cat will find unappealing on their paws, like double-sided sticky tape or aluminum foil. Many cats don't like the odor of citrus or menthol.
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Olive or Vegetable Oil If your cat is prone to dandruff or dry, itchy skin, adding more oil to his diet might help. At the advice of our veterinarian, we pour about a teaspoon into our cat's dish a couple of times a week, and he happily laps it up.
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One trick you can use to get cats used to their bed is to lure them into it with treats. Once your cat gets into his cat bed, you want to hold the treat above his head until he sits. Then, give your cat praise and give him the treat. You can also leave a few treats in the bed to entice him to come back.