Cats make wonderful companions especially if you understand and appreciate their complex personalities and fiercely independent nature.
Cat scratch proof couch.
If odor s a concern of yours try a low pile fabric like microfiber or synthetic velvet.
Even the most well behaved cats can t help but wreak havoc on our furniture.
By helen anne travis.
Low pile fabrics are best for preventing odors since there s less material to trap odors in the first.
It s not their fault they think our couches are giant scratching posts.
We did however buy a new couch covered in micro suede.
The only thing he scratches is the mat in the hall by the door.
He likes to sleep along the back of it so we laid a same color comforter across the back for him.
Fortunately there are ways to cat proof your furniture and prevent further destruction.
Kenley pet sofa couch cover pet proof furniture protector from cats dogs waterproof clear plastic shield covers for couch recliner love seat outdoor patio furniture cat claw scratch deterrent the kenley pet couch cover is specially made to act as a barrier between your couch and your pet.
Panther armor furniture protectors from cat scratch 8 eight pack couch guards for cats 4 pack xl 17 l 12 w 4 pack large 17 l 10 w cat scratch deterrent couch corner cat scratch repellent 4 4 out of 5 stars 905.
I m lucky my cat like to scratch horizontally instead of vertically.
The kitty cat protector slipcover comes made out of a slightly thicker plastic material that encourages your cat s claws to slide off when they try to scratch it.
My cat scratched my leather couch too they love leather.
The best kind of upholstered furniture for a home with cats.
How to cat proof your couch.
While this material isn t scratch proof it is the best material for weathering cat scratches and does a decent job at repelling fur.
I ve only ever had one cat thus far and maybe if i had 5 6 for around a decade i d see a lot more of the material s true colours but i m pretty convinced if it isn t completely scratch proof it s at least one of the best or the outright best sofa material when it comes to weathering cat scratches.