Many cat owners ask themselves - why does my cat insist on
sharpening his nails to my favorite armchair? Is he "actually doing
me"?
It is very important to understand that the cat does not
sharpen its nails to annoy its owner. Nail sharpening is innate, natural, and
necessary for a cat, just like breathing or gurgling. It is easier to
understand and deal with the problem, if you understand its essence.
Sharpening Nails Three Main Positions -
A. Marking territory
B. Grinding the nail and removing the outer layer of dead
cells from the cat's claws
third. Releasing tension by stretching the muscles and
tendons.
In the wild, cats often sharpen their nails around their
territory to signal to other cats about their presence in the area and claim
ownership of their territory.
Marking in this way is based on two senses -
1. Vision - The scratch marks that we humans can see, of
course.
2. Odor - When sharpening, a pheromone is released from
superficial glands located in the cat's feet. The catfish has such a delicate
scent that is not noticeable by humans, but it is clear enough for other cats
who can learn that another cat is around and need to be careful about it.
You can recognize that the cat is marking by sharpening the
nails when:
* The cat will approach the surface on which he wants to
sharpen nails
* He might play all around in the house with amazing toys sold on pet stores.
* The cat sniffs the surface to identify whether another cat
is present
* The cat stretches his limbs and especially the spine
* The cat is sharpening its nails when swapping between the
two front legs quickly
Two types of sharpeners can be identified for marking
territory - one - when a cat has one or two areas in the home, usually near
strategic areas such as - its sleeping area, sandbox, play area, etc.
Furniture, doors, etc.
Sharpening nails frequently to mark territory can indicate
that the cat is under psychological pressure, usually as a result of a large
number of cats being in his or her environment.
It's impossible to expect the cat to stop sharpening its
nails. Cats who can go out and walk in from home may be satisfied with this
need when they are away from home, but they may still need to go up again when
they come back.
Of course, cats who only stay at home will have to find
places to meet these needs. So, don't be surprised if when you get home you'll
find your furniture scratched, objects thrown on the floor and one naughty cat
hanging from the curtain :-). This behavior cannot be completely stopped, but
can be directed to the appropriate places where the cat can do as it wishes.
This is exactly where the scratching device fits. A high quality scratching
facility located in the right place at home can do wonders and prevent
furniture from being damaged.
There is no way to prevent the cat from grinding its nails.
For them it is a way of life, instinct and need. A quality scratching facility
that allows the cat to climb, sharpen its nails, and play is the best solution
for your cat!
