Scratching furniture:

1. Scratching behaviour is normal for cats.
2. Put a scratching post away from the furniture and encourage your cat to play with it by putting a toy on top. Place this in a prominent area or next to furniture that the cat has already started to scratch.
3. Use a harsh voice and water spray bottle as deterrents or else cover areas in thick plastic. Clipping nails is only a short-term solution.

Defecation in the house:

1. Keep all litter trays clean. Make sure the location of the litter tray is private and easily accessible. Rule out medical problems.
2. Stress can contribute.

Over-grooming:

1. Rule out medical issues, such as flea allergies or other types of skin issues.
2. Stress and boredom can contribute.

Hunting:

Not all cats hunt but there is certainly public awareness about the nature of cats’ predatory instincts.

If your cat does seem inclined to hunt in spite of keeping them indoors from dusk to dawn, then collars with bells may help. Some cats still manage to hunt in spite of this! Try to keep plenty of stimulating toys available for your cat.

Scratching furniture:

1. Scratching behaviour is normal for cats.
2. Put a scratching post away from the furniture and encourage your cat to play with it by putting a toy on top. Place this in a prominent area or next to furniture that the cat has already started to scratch.
3. Use a harsh voice and water spray bottle as deterrents or else cover areas in thick plastic. Clipping nails is only a short-term solution.

Defecation in the house:

1. Keep all litter trays clean. Make sure the location of the litter tray is private and easily accessible. Rule out medical problems.
2. Stress can contribute.

Over-grooming:

1. Rule out medical issues, such as flea allergies or other types of skin issues.
2. Stress and boredom can contribute.

Hunting:

Not all cats hunt but there is certainly public awareness about the nature of cats’ predatory instincts.

If your cat does seem inclined to hunt in spite of keeping them indoors from dusk to dawn, then collars with bells may help. Some cats still manage to hunt in spite of this! Try to keep plenty of stimulating toys available for your cat.