Your cat scratches to remove old, worn layers of her nails to reveal fresh, new ones. She also scratches to mark her territory using scent from glands in her feet. You may never completely eliminate your cat’s inappropriate scratching but you can curb her scratching of inappropriate things such as your drapes, sofa or rugs. Trim your cat’s nails often to lessen the damage she can do when she scratches. Give your cat scratching posts and place them close to your targeted belongings. Encourage her to use the scratching posts and praise her if she uses them on her own. Cover your targeted belongings with aluminum foil or double-sided tape when not in use. These materials feel weird to your cat’s feet and will deter her from inappropriate scratching. Never yell at or punish your cat while she is learning. Learn more from your Hialeah, FL veterinary clinic. Visit this website for details.