Step 3 of 4 · Cat Litter & Scratching
Match the motion
Match the motion — step 3 of 4 in Cat Litter & Scratching. If they shred the sofa vertically, give a tall sisal post right next to it. Reward use. Make the sofa less fun: covers, tape, or a throw.

Free pets tip: Match the motion (step 3 of 4 from "Cat Litter & Scratching").
If they shred the sofa vertically, give a tall sisal post right next to it. Reward use. Make the sofa less fun: covers, tape, or a throw.
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You'll need
- Post as tall as they reach
- Next to the victim sofa
- Sofa covered this week
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