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May 12, 2019 · Check out my online boutique on Instagram! @shopcamelliaboutiquems Hi friends! Today I'll be showing you how to make a scratching post for your cat with just...
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- The Craft Chronicles
Scratching is an essential part of your cat's life. Make this simple DIY cat scratcher to provide your pet a great scratch area and some safety for your furn...
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- Cat Lessons
Jul 16, 2018 · Sing Sing, my 8-year old Siamese, is a wonderful cat in every way but one: he scratches the sofa in order to get my attention! Our old couch is pretty trashe...
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- Kitten School
Jul 1, 2024 · Tools: Glue gun, saw. Difficulty Level: Easy. The DIY Scratching Post from The Cat Chronicles is an easy-to-build project that requires only two pieces of wood, sisal rope, and glue. It’s highly ...
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Cut or buy the base wood. Use plywood, particle board, or MDF to create a base for the scratching post. Buy a piece that’s 2 ft by 4 ft by ½ in (.61 m by 1.2 m by 1.27 cm) or cut it to the correct measurements using a table saw.[1] X Research source Exercise caution when cutting to ensure no one gets hurt. Try to pick a natural, non-treated wood. Avoid wood treated with chemicals, as these ...Cut the base carpet to size. Your carpet should be at least 3 ft (.92 m) by 5 ft (1.5 m) to ensure you have enough to wrap around the base and staple it tightly. Use an X-acto knife and a ruler to ensure you have a neat, straight line. Choose a stiff carpet, such as Berber, for a longer-lasting post.Cut notches for the corners. Flip the carpet upside down and lay the base in the middle of the carpet. Draw a line straight out from each side of the base to the end of the carpet so you have squares extending from the corners.[2] X Research source Draw a straight line ¾ in (1.9 cm) from the corner of the base that intersects the squares you made.[3] X Research source Cut across the straight ...Cover the base in carpet. Staple the carpet to the bottom of the base on one side, putting staples in every 2 in (5 cm) using a ½ inch (1.3 cm) crown stapler. Pull the carpet tight and staple it on the bottom of the opposite side, putting staples in every 2 in (5 cm). Repeat on the remaining two sides, making sure to staple all the way to edge so your corners are flush.[5] X Research sourceIf your cat is especially rambunctious or heavy, you may need to use a heavier or larger piece of wood for the base to give your structure a little more stability. Thanks Helpful 3 Not Helpful 2Scrap materials are everywhere! Check with neighbors or friends to see if they have any of the materials you need. Thanks Helpful 4 Not Helpful 4Wear protective eyewear and gloves. Thanks Helpful 8 Not Helpful 4- 552.3K
4. Use positive reinforcement to reward your cat for using the scratching post. This can help to reinforce the behavior and encourage them to continue using it. 5. If your cat continues to scratch on furniture, try using a deterrent spray on the furniture while also providing an attractive alternative in the form of a scratching post. 6.
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Aug 6, 2021 · 1. Choose a scratching post that is tall. Cats need to be able to reach up as high as they can to scratch and stretch. If the scratching post is too short, your cat may not even look at it. The post should be high enough to allow your cat to stand on her back legs and reach above her head with her front paws. [2]
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