Why Is My Cat Scratching the Floor? Carpet, Walls, Doors and Food Bowls Explained
Marking, stretching, burying food or asking for a door to open. What each scratching habit means and how to redirect it.
Cat Furniture
Cat trees and condos, scratching posts, window perches, and wall shelves for every home size.
How to Clean Cat Tree Furniture: A Simple Routine Plus a Monthly Deep Clean
Weekly fur removal, fast stain treatment and a monthly deep clean. Pet-safe products, fleas, and when to repair or replace.
Corner Cat Tree Picks for Small Homes: Slim, Tall and Space Saving Options
Go up, not out. What to measure, how to keep a tall slim tree stable, and six space-smart picks for small apartments.
Window Perch for Cats: 6 Picks by Window Type, Weight and Mounting Style
Match the perch to your window first: suction, sill, hook-on or floor-standing. Six picks by situation and how to mount them safely.
Cat Tree with Litter Box Enclosure: Hide the Box Without Making Your Cat Avoid It
A 2-in-1 cat tree and litter cabinet saves space, but many cats dislike covered boxes. What to check, how to introduce it and six picks.
Wall Mounted Cat Shelves: How to Build a Safe Climbing Wall (and the Best Sets)
Cat shelves free up floor space, but only if they go into studs and match your cat's weight. Installation rules, sample layouts and six picks.
Cat Tree for Big Cats: Sturdy Picks for Maine Coons and Heavy Cats
Big cats need a wide, heavy base and roomy platforms, not just height. Here is what to check and five sturdy trees for Maine Coons and heavy cats.
Cardboard Cat Scratcher Guide: The Best Picks for Floor Scratchers and Loungers
Cardboard is the easy fix for cats that scratch rugs and floors. Here is what to look for, how to make it last and six picks for different homes.
Tall Cat Scratching Post: Picks That Let Your Cat Stretch Without Wobbling
A post has to be taller than your cat's stretch and never move. Here is what to look for and four picks, from the SmartCat Ultimate to a 41 inch post for big cats.
How to Get Cat to Stop Scratching Couch: A Plan That Actually Works
You cannot stop scratching, but you can move it off the sofa. A vet-backed four-step plan, what to put next to the couch, and what not to do.