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Cat Scratching Furniture
Apr 23, 2009 ... You should buy a scratching post for the cat and put catnip on it. .... Buy one of those scratching posts also and put it next to the chair. ...
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- You have to clip his nails. How do you cuddle with your cat if he has dagger sharp nails? I know not all cats will let you do it (ours are persians and very docile) ...
- R., I have 5 cats and use a product called Feline Away Repellent available from the local pet store but it is very expensive about $50 a bottle, it is not harmful to p...
- DOUBLE STICK TAPE!!! Put it where the cat scratches and it will "pull" his foot hair but not harm him. They hate the pulling. He may move on to a different chair so al...
Cat Clawing Everything in the New House
I'd still buy a scratching post. Once you 'save the furniture' the cat might just decide a ... The scratching posts with cat nip are great ideas too. ...
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- If she's an older or a heavy cat, declawing should really be the last option. Her claws should be trimmed whenever they start getting long-every couple of weeks. you...
- I'm happy to hear that you are wanting to try other options to avoid a declaw...and there were several good ideas (besides declawing) posted. :) I have a multi-cat ho...
- I am an animal lover but I still say declaw the cat. Ladies, don't message me about how cruel I am, this is just my opinion. I would not let everything in my house b...
My Cat Is Ruining Our Furniture Suggestions on Natural Repellent
Scratching posts need not be expensive. Try Ebay or Craigslist and I highly recommend ... Get a scratch post. My cats love them. I keep them in a few rooms. ...
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- Dear R.; I heard that cats don't like citrus smells, especially oranges. There are some sprays available at places like Carousel Car Wash that might do the trick. D.
- I am in total agreement with Kelly W. Cats can be VERY trainable if you are willing to stick with it and give it some time. I've had cats all my life. Currently we ...
- Hi R.. A lot of people don't realize that declawing is considered inhumane and is illegal in about 20 countries. It is an amputation of the joint. It was even outl...
Something to Keep Cat from Scratching Funiture
I am wondering if anyone knows of a product that can be sprayed onto furniture to keep cats from scratching? I have a couple carpeted scratching posts...as ...
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- Spray a strong smelling perfume or room spray on the area you don't want them to scratch. I tried this with my cats and it has worked they don't like the perfume. You ...
- Please don't declaw your cat! Most people don't know but removing a cats claws is the equivalent of chopping off a human's fingers at the first knuckle. It's a very tr...
- Hi L., I have a background with pet care through working pet retail and with vets. The best solution I have found is large strips of double sided tape you put on the f...
How to Survive the Terrible 3'S
Read all 5 responses: "I've looked around and seen some other posts that seem to touch ... are escalating into her hitting, scratching, spitting and biting. ...
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- Hi, When my daughter turned 3 I was having a hard time like you and my second baby was on the way at the time!!! So even though I was a stay at home mom I wanted hel...
- Hey there, I feel your pain. My son is 3 1/2 and we have been going through this for a while. It sure is suprising when they turn from that loving, smiling, joyful, ...
- This too shall pass. Try to enjoy the good times and just get through the bad times. I am sure you tried just ignoring her while she has a tantrum and loving her when ...
Thinking of Adopting a Kitten.
Today they only use scratching posts (and carpet) for the claws, not our furniture. We also give the kitties a "pedicure" - clipping their claws and it is ...
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- Would it be mean to say get it declawed? No matter how hard you try there is no preventing anyone from getting scratched. Kittens are cute and all and chances are it ...
- Cats are great, and the best part is that they take care of themselves. Get it small so that the cat can get use to the baby. The only thing is be careful in the fut...
- We were given a kitten when my son was 5 months old. I was a little nervous about the whole situation, but the two of them took to each other right away. Mr. Moos (t...
My Skin Is So Itchy HELP!!!!
My skin(legs especially) is so itchy I cant stop scratching. I know it is winter and it is very dry ... HI L., This is a different answer than other posts. ...
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- L., Have you tied to take bath using Aveeno Oatmeal Bath? It is a great product to have on hand as the kids get itchy sometimes too. Then use a good lotion (I lov...
- Try drinking aloe juice! That helps with everything and id truly God's cure-all medicine!Also apply the gel, let it dry, then Aquafore. It can be pricey but worth it. ...
- i have tremendously dry skin, too. i have stopped showering so much, as water is drying, esp if it's hard water. i'm thinking of getting filters for our baths/shower...
Boxer Has Really Bad Allergies
Sep 2, 2009 ... I hope your other posts have some good options for you. Good luck. ..... My Little Bichon Scratching All the Time Is Driving Me Crazy ...
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- Our Chow-mix has the same issues. We give her 2 benedryl at night time. A co-worker gives his mini-dacshound one in the morning and one in the evening. We don't giv...
- My poodle had terrible allergies also. We switched him to lamb and rice and took all other food away, except applesauce, he loved that! For his paws we would: smear...
- Get a new vet! There is an excellent holistic vet in the area who I have used in the past. I won't lie--it costs money but it's for good reason. She would get to th...
Terrible Hives
Sep 6, 2009 ... Update I couldnt figure out how to reply to all the posts so I am updating my original post First of all I ..... scratch post · terrible 2 ...
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- I don't know much about shingles, but could it be that? I've had a nurse tell me there has been in increase in shingles since the chicken pox vaccine came out.
- if were thinking its food allergies he definatly needs to be tested to find out what foods. our son has allergies ( air born) and recently his new allergy meds made hi...
- My son went through something similar, but he even got the hives on his face! I wanted to cry! and like you, I was the constant investigator checking his every move a...
Chronic Eczema in My Ears!
... of the foods suggested in the other posts to see if it can be cured. .... My son has this issue and often experiences itchy ears,scratching until he ...
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- Have you thought about some type of food allergy? My daughter has had eczema for several years, and more symptoms have been popping up last few months, I am taking her...
- Hi, sorry to hear you are so uncomfortable. Eczema is a pain literally! I have had it my whole life and it is very tough to deal with especially during the dry winte...
- This may sound crazy, but I saw a chiropractor for eczema. She wasn't a typical chiro, and she also did muscle testing and told me which supplements would work for me...
