Your cat loves spending time in your home, but she also needs to scratch on something in order to maintain her claws. She doesn’t hold the same sentimental value in your possessions that your family does, so if something looks like it would work well to file her claws down, she will use it. She may also opt for certain areas where she knows she will leave behind a nice mark as this will let any other animals in the area know where her territory is. Common places for cats to scratch include couches, chairs, carpeting, and door mats. Some may opt for harder surfaces, like tree bark outside or bed posts in your sleeping areas. You may find that your pet prefers either horizontal or vertical scratching surfaces, and this may help you determine where she is likely to scratch next. Your local Colorado Springs, CO vet clinic can offer additional advice. Learn more here.