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Your cat and scratching

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Your cat is a big part of your life and you want to make sure you are able to offer her all the supplies she needs to thrive in your care. You know that this means offering her something for her to scratch on. Why is this such an essential behavior?

 

Your cat needs to scratch in order to keep her claws healthy and to help them stay strong. Scratching files them down and this will help your pet keep them at a length she is comfortable with. If they get too long, they could break which might injure her. Scratching also gives your pet a chance to mark her territory. She has scent glands in this area of her body which can leave behind markers for other animals to take note of. For more information, please contact your veterinarian London, ON.