Why Is Your Cat Scratching Your Furniture
Cats scratch furniture for several natural and important reasons:
To Keep Their Claws Healthy – Scratching helps cats remove the dead outer layer of their claws, keeping them sharp and healthy.
To Mark Their Territory – Cats have scent glands in their paws, so scratching leaves both a visual mark and a scent that signals the area belongs to them.
To Stretch and Exercise – Scratching allows cats to stretch their muscles, tendons, and joints, especially after waking up from a nap.
To Relieve Stress or Boredom – Cats may scratch more often when they feel anxious, have excess energy, or don't have enough appropriate scratching posts or toys to keep them entertained.
