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Isis Member  Posts: 138 |
posted 06-13-2003 07:11 PM
 
My cats have started ripping down all the new paper I have put up in my bedroom and hallway any ideas I am at my wits end... Don't get me wrong I love my cats but I would also like a nice house! IP: Logged |
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woofdoggy Member Posts: 97 |
posted 06-15-2003 04:09 AM
How frustrating. I gather they're indoor cats? It sounds as though they might need things to scratch on. You could buy a large scratching post from the pet shop, or make one yourself . Have a look at them, they are usually tall pieces of wood covered in bits of carpet, and not hard to make. IP: Logged |
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Isis Member Posts: 138 |
posted 06-15-2003 05:27 AM
Yes they are house cats, we have plenty of things they are allowed to scratch, they just don't use them!!!!!!!!! IP: Logged |
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woofdoggy Member Posts: 97 |
posted 06-16-2003 03:23 AM
Mmm, I see. It sounds as though they might be taking a fancy to the paste you used, a smell is attracting them? Cats hate citrus smells. Just a thought, look for a spray cleanser with a citrus smell. We have lots here in Australia but you'd probably have different brands. Anyway there's bound to be some cleansers on the market that contain citrus, and are suitable for walls and wallpaper. Try spraying a small section lightly, and see what happens. IP: Logged |
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Isis Member Posts: 138 |
posted 06-16-2003 04:27 AM
sorry to be a pain already tried and tested that one. It has made no difference at all! Have eve tried getting them outside on a leash for an hour a day to no avail....help I am going mad!!!! IP: Logged |
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honeybear Member Posts: 152 |
posted 06-16-2003 07:32 PM
what kind of scratching posts do yo have, it makes a bog difference, many cats dot like the posts that have carpet, I did research because of my cat scratching and found the ones with sisal, kind of like rope andthen spay catnip on it Honeybear IP: Logged |
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katkrazy Member Posts: 68 |
posted 06-17-2003 02:06 PM
I know this may have already been done - but have you tried spraying them with water using a squirt gun/or spray bottle as they are performing the bad behavior? I have 7 indoor cats and work at a vet clinic and this seems to do the trick for each naughty quirk they have. Best of luck! IP: Logged |
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Isis Member Posts: 138 |
posted 06-19-2003 05:48 AM
I have a couple of sisal scratching posts and rough wood for them to scratch they do use this occasionally but have takena shine to the walls as well. I just feel like giving up really! Maybe I should just carpet the walls with sisal and be done with it! I have considered the use of a squirt bottle but have always considered them to be a very very last resort in my eyes as I find the method a bit cruel. IP: Logged |
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katkrazy Member Posts: 68 |
posted 06-19-2003 07:33 AM
Yes - it is a bit cruel because most cats don't like water, hence when they do something that causes them to get sprayed with water - they tend not to want to do it again. That's why it is used as a training method to correct a "bad behavior" and if you have tried other methods and "are ready to give up" than perhaps you should try this "last resort." And for the record - cats should only be sprayed during a *bad* behavior that you want them to discontinue. One would not willingly let their cats destroy their home without trying some kind of discipline. I know its frustrating especially after you spend so much time not to mention the money on trying to make your home look nice with wallpapering and all - but you should let your cats know that you are the boss and you do not approve of what they are doing. I do wish you luck. IP: Logged |
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katkrazy Member Posts: 68 |
posted 06-19-2003 08:34 AM
Yes - it is a bit cruel because most cats don't like water, hence when they do something that causes them to get sprayed with water - they tend not to want to do it again. That's why it is used as a training method to correct a "bad behavior" and if you have tried other methods and "are ready to give up" than perhaps you should try this "last resort." And for the record - cats should only be sprayed during a *bad* behavior that you want them to discontinue. One would not willingly let their cats destroy their home without trying some kind of discipline. I know its frustrating especially after you spend so much time not to mention the money on trying to make your home look nice with wallpapering and all - but you should let your cats know that you are the boss and you do not approve of what they are doing. I do wish you luck. IP: Logged |
iluvmypup Moderator Posts: 330 |
posted 06-22-2003 10:02 PM
if they are inside cats you could have them declawed IP: Logged |
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katkrazy Member Posts: 68 |
posted 06-23-2003 12:49 PM
true: indoor cats have little use for claws and could be declawed - however I would use caution before making this decision because declawing on an older cat is more dangerous than on a younger one due to the greater loss of blood - and it takes more time to heal. Some say it is also more painful and traumatic for an older feline as well. Just my two bits on that response. Good Luck! IP: Logged |
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Isis Member Posts: 138 |
posted 07-31-2003 03:05 PM
vets in the UK wont declaw animals unless it is for medical reasons they see it as inhumane and unnecessary. Basically anything that is done for the appearance of the animal or the convenience of the owner is outlawed. This included tail 'docking' of dogs and 'pointing' their ears. And I have to say i agree wholeheartedly! IP: Logged |
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puck823 Member Posts: 34 |
posted 07-31-2003 05:38 PM
Just for grins, my cats hate sisal and won't use those scratching posts. Try one with carpet and rub it with catnip. It makes it very attractive. Also if you have more than one cat, make sure that you have more than one post. You didn't say if they were licking the wall paper or just tearing it so I don't know if they think it's kitty treats or toys. Try one tablespoon vinegar in a gal of water. They don't like the smell and it should work as a deterent. Spray a small piece of stray paper lightly and may sure that it won't hurt the paper or leave a smell that you object to. The goal is to get something they don't like and you can't smell. If you have a scrap that they've torn off the wall, put a little pepper on it. It should loose it's attraction. Good luck! IP: Logged |
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Isis Member Posts: 138 |
posted 08-01-2003 09:46 AM
nah the little darlings just use it like a scratching post. I will give your suggestion a go, fingers crossed! IP: Logged |
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