Posted by admin | Posted in Cat Supplies | Posted on 23-09-2011
Tags: cat, cats, cat_furniture, furniture, pets
Tree House Scratcher
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New Cat Post Tree Scratcher Furniture Play House Pet Bed Kitten Toy Brown $33.95 |
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50″ Cat Tree House Condo 111 Scratcher Post Furniture $0.01 |
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50″ Cat Tree House Condo Scratcher Post Furniture $0.99 |
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New Cat Post Tree Scratcher Furniture Play House Pet Bed Kitten Toy Brown $33.95 |
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Cat Tree House Toy Bed Scratcher Post Furniture F44 $0.99 |
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54″ Cat Tree House Toy Bed Scratcher Post Furniture F29 $0.99 |
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Deluxe 53″ Cat Tower Tree Condo Scratcher Furniture Kitten House Beige Post Bed $54.95 |
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New Cat Post Tree Scratcher Furniture Play House Pet Bed Kitten Toy Blue $27.95 |
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New Cat Post Tree Scratcher Furniture Play House Pet Bed Kitten Toy Blue $33.95 |
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59″ Cat Tree House Toy Bed Scratcher Post Furniture F37 $15.50 |
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New Pet Cat Tree Condo House Scratcher Post Furniture $21.67 |
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50″ Cat Tree House Condo Scratcher Post Furniture $36.98 |
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ShanCo Premium Cat Tree Furniture Condo House Scratcher Bed Toy Post Free Bonus $109.00 |
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58″ Black Cat Tree House Condo Scratcher Furniture $44.99 |
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Cat Tree House Toy Bed Scratcher Post Furniture F56 $9.50 |
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52″ Cat Tower Tree Condo Scratcher Furniture Kitten House Hammock Bed Deluxe New $67.95 |
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New Cat Post Tree Scratcher Furniture Play House Pet Bed Kitten Toy Beige $22.95 |
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50″ Cat Tree House Toy Bed Scratcher Post Furniture F51 $0.99 |
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Cat Tree Toy Bed House Scratcher Post Furniture F12 $4.25 |
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Deluxe 53″ Cat Tower Tree w Condo Scratcher Furniture Kitten House Navy Blue Bed $54.95 |
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48″ Cat Tree House Toy Bed Scratcher Post Furniture F08 $20.50 |
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62″ Cat Tree House Condo Scratcher Post Furniture F28 $6.50 |
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Cat Tree Toy Bed House Scratcher Post Furniture F32 $0.99 |
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Deluxe 50″ Cat Tower Tree w Condo Scratcher Furniture Kitten House Hammock Toy $69.95 |
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80″ Huge Big Tall Cat Tower Tree with Condo Scratcher Furniture Play House Post $108.95 |
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New Cat Post Tree Scratcher Furniture Play House Pet Bed Kitten Toy Blue $22.95 |
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PET CAT TREE CONDO HOUSE TOWER SCRATCHER FURNITURE BED $21.25 |
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EliteField Cat Tree Furniture Condo House Scratcher Bed Toy Post EFCT-4039 $10.49 |
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EliteField Cat Tree Furniture Condo House Scratcher Bed Toy Post EFCT-3043 $5.50 |
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『Neptune』72″ Beige Cat Tree Condo House Scratcher Pet Furniture bed-13 $59.99 |
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55 Cat Tree Condo House Scratcher Pet Furniture Bed-03 Over size : 55″ x 31″ x 24″ Base board size : 20″ x 22″ Max holding weight : 20LBS Covering material : Faux Fur Board material : particle board Pole diameter : sisal Easy to assemble (An instruction in box help you easy assemble) All the covering material is made entirely from recycled material so it is Earth Friendly The pole also feature natural sisal surfaces for scratching NOTE: PICK … |
How to Train Your Cat Not to Scratch Your Furniture
Though it may be difficult for most of us to believe it is actually possible to train a cat. Granted, they are incredibly independent little creatures but like any animal rewarding them for positive behaviour is the way to modify their actions.
Case in point. Outside, your cat will scratch at the bark of a tree or anything that is solid and has a rough texture. Inside, your cat probably enjoys scratching at your carpet, the drapes, your leg, pretty much anything in your house. That is not a good thing but you can change this behaviour with the right tools and some encouragement.
First, purchase a cat scratcher or two. If your cat has already started scratching in certain areas or places in your house, you will need to retrain her. So you’ll either need a cat scratcher for each area or be willing to move it around. Your goal is to place the scratcher in the area she was accustomed to scratching and get her using the post or equipment you provide instead of your furniture. If your cat has not scratched anything, it is a good idea to position the scratcher in a place she likes to sleep or play.
The best scratcher to get is one that offers a rough, natural surface. Many cat scratchers feature sisal, burlap or cedar material. These are natural surfaces that will give off a scent attractive to your cat when he scratches it.
It is also best if you use a higher scratching surface as this will allow your cat to stretch out while scratching. For some reason, cats love to do this.
With your cat nearby, run your fingernails across the rough surface of the scratcher. The noise and movement will get her attention. If you have trouble stirring up her interest, you can try sprinkling catnip on or around the scratcher.
It is imperative to reward positive behaviour with praise, affection (if your cat is the affectionate type) and maybe a small treat or two. sometimes it may be necessary to discourage improper behaviour (like using your leg as a scratching post) with a water bottle. Short squirts are sure to get the message accross that your cat’s most recent behaviour is unacceptable.
After a short conditioning period you should find that your cat will enjoy using her scratching post and the rest of your furniture will be safe from her sharp and active claws.
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