I'll be the first person to say that while I love my kitties to death [1], I'd prefer not to throw out a chair or couch because it's been shredded to smithereens thanks to my four-legged friends. Thankfully, there are some products on the market that pet owners swear will prevent your cats from totally clawing the legs and sides of your furniture.
Because getting your kitties declawed has been proven to be inhumane and painful [2] — the practice is even outlawed in New York state! [3] — we're willing to meet in the middle by shopping sprays, covers, and tape that promise to keep our furniture looking good as new. Scroll ahead to get a peek at some of our favourite options.
Domipet Cat Scratch Deterrent Tape
All humans have to do is peel off some of this Domipet Cat Scratch Deterrent Tape [5] ($14 for a three-pack) and adhere it to the desired area. Because cats hate sticky surfaces, this product works like a charm!
Emmy's Best Cat Scratch Deterrent Spray
Emmy's Best Cat Scratch Deterrent Spray [6] ($23) is non-toxic and infused with lemongrass and rosemary oil to keep kitties' claws at bay.
Stelucca Amazing Shields Furniture Protectors
Each pack of Stelucca Amazing Shields Furniture Protectors [7] ($36) comes with six large sheets, meaning covering your cat's favourite spot to claw on the couch is supereasy.
FELIWAY Spray
Dubbed the "#1 Vet recommended solution to help cats adjust to challenging situations" on Amazon, FELIWAY Spray [8] ($20) is clinically proven to reduce scratching and urine spraying in nine out of 10 kitties.
MZhugz Cat Furniture Protector
Keep your favourite piece of furniture looking good as new thanks to the MZhugz Cat Furniture Protector [9] ($38), which is made from natural plant sisal.
Ronton Cat Scratch Deterrent Tape
Highly rated on Amazon, the Ronton Cat Scratch Deterrent Tape [10] ($25) is a great transparent option!