A cat can't be trained out of scratching. Scratching is inborn - a cat scratches to shed dead layers of keratin from its claws, stretch the back and shoulder muscles, mark territory with pheromones from glands in its paw pads, and release emotion. It's a behaviour that can't be eliminated without harming a cat's physical and mental health.
Why do cats scratch - and how to stop a cat scratching the sofa?
How did the PRASKA Maze Tower come about? The story of a design, from observation to product
A standing scratcher, or a tower? I explain why I designed something more than an ordinary scratcher - PRASKA's own Maze Tower collection, which combines a play area, a hideout and a lookout point in one structure.
Why do cats scratch? Choosing a scratcher that fits a cat's nature
A cat doesn't scratch the sofa out of spite - it's simply more comfortable than a badly chosen scratcher. I explain what makes a good cat scratcher, and why stability matters more than looks.