Two-sided tape can act as a deterrent and eventually train your cat to avoid the area, especially on vertical surfaces. Infuse the area with scent. Use a feline pheromone plug-in or a spray like Feliway in the area where your cat has been scratching.
What smell do cats hate to stop scratching?
It's thanks to the lemon and rosemary scents to which cats have a natural aversion. They apparently HATE both the smell of citrus and rosemary. However, PLEASE NOTE my homemade spray uses essential oils which can be toxic to cats who don't have the liver enzymes necessary to break down the essential oils.
What is the best cat scratch deterrent?
- Comfort Zone Spray & Scratch Control, 4 Oz. Amazon. $20.
- PetSafe SSSCAT Motion Activated Pet Repellent 3.89 Oz. Amazon. $40.
- SmartyKat Anti Scratch Training Spray, 13.5 Oz. Amazon. $6.
- SENTRY Pet Care Stop That! Behavior Correction Spray, 1 Oz. Amazon.
- Petstages Cat Scratcher Lounge. Amazon.