<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\nKeep your cat mentally and physically stimulated by creating an enriched environment with cat trees, perches, hideaways and food puzzles.<\/strong> A cat cafe is less likely to annoy you at night when provided with sanctioned play areas and activities. Rotate toys to keep things exciting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/span>Schedule Playtimes<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\nHave longer, active play sessions with wand toys before bed to help your cat burn off pent-up energy. Try to tire them out so they’re ready for sleep at your bedtime.<\/strong> This is especially important for energetic young cats prone to nighttime mischief.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/span>Ignore Night Scratching<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\nAs hard as it is, don’t react or give your cat attention when they scratch at night. Any interaction rewards the behavior. Silently remove them from the scratched object and walk away. Only give attention and affection during the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Use Aversives<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\nPlace pieces of double-sided sticky tape on scratched furniture and walls. The sticky texture is unpleasant for cats’ paws. Alternatively, a motion-activated air spray<\/strong> near the scratch zone will also deter cats when the sensor is triggered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/span>Address Underlying Causes<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\nDoes your cat only scratch when new people visit? Or do they claw walls by the litter box? Identify underlying causes and address them.<\/strong> For anxious cats, try calming pheromones. Increase playtime for bored cats. Clean the litter box more if that’s the issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/span>Ask Your Vet<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\nIf your cat starts suddenly scratching when they never did before or shows other behavioral changes, schedule a vet visit. Medical issues like skin conditions could be causing persistent scratching.<\/strong> Your vet can provide medication or treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWith patience and commitment to meeting your cat’s needs, you can curb annoying night scratching. Just remember that scratching is a natural cat behavior, so some occasional late-night clawing is to be expected even with the most well-behaved feline. But you can reduce episodes dramatically by making the tips outlined here part of your bedtime routine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>FAQ<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/span>Why does my cat scratch the carpet at night?<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\nCats may choose carpeting for night scratching because it provides a satisfying texture for them to hook their claws into. The soft, fibrous surface is perfect for digging, which cats love to do. Try placing a sisal scratching mat right over the carpeted area to protect it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Why does my cat meow and scratch the door at night?<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\nPersistent meowing and door scratching at night usually mean your cat wants something – often to seek attention, play, food, or access to a room. It’s best not to respond and reward this behavior. Ensure your cat has sufficient play and enrichment during the day instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>How do I stop my cat from waking me Up by scratching the bed?<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\nIf your cat tries jumping on the bed and scratching the blankets, he probably wants attention or playtime. Keep a water spray bottle on your nightstand to discourage bed scratching. Locking your cat out of the bedroom at night also works but may cause meowing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Why does my cat stretch and scratch the couch?<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\nCats have scent glands by their claws, so when they do a full body stretch and dig into something, it’s both satisfying and leaves their scent behind. Try clipping some furniture protectors or double sided tape onto the couch to make it less appealing for scratching stretches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>How do I stop my cat from ruining the carpet in one room?<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\nFocus on making the problem room less appealing and providing better alternatives. Place scratching posts, cat trees, and toys in other rooms to entice your cat away. Use carpet protectors and motion-activated deterrents in the problem room. Play with your cat in the rooms you want them to hang out instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Conclusion<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nCats naturally scratch more at night due to high energy levels and instinctual behaviors like marking territory. While scratching walls, doors, carpets and furniture can be destructive, there are many effective and humane ways to stop the behavior.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The key is addressing the underlying reason, whether it’s boredom, stress or a simple need for appropriate scratching outlets. Providing suitable scratching posts, increased playtime and discouragement of night scratching are all steps in the right direction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
With time and consistency, you can put a stop to annoying after-dark scratching and help your cat be a model citizen even in the wee hours.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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