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How can I get my kitten to use his scratcher instead of furniture?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 3 months and 16 days old | 8.3 lbs

How do i get my kitten to use his scratching board? He currently uses the carpet and sometimes the couch, but wont use the board.

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Answered By Emily, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on June 17th, 2017

You can try placing the board in areas where Toby is currently scratching. You could also try using attractant such as Feliaway on the board to see if that helps. Sometimes even catnip on the board is helpful as well.

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