Can Cats Get Hurt On Hardwood Floors

As you can see in the picture above we have fairly dark oak hardwood floors.

Can cats get hurt on hardwood floors.

Even when the damage goes through the finish and into the wood it can usually be sanded out. The most dangerous height is three to six floors because then cats may not have enough time to turn and land on their feet. Here s to hoping madame barfary does not require sedation to subdue her hurlings. I have hardwood floors and my dog doesn t have any hip issues.

Remember cats have very keen senses of smell. Pet toenail scratches are very unlikely to cause permanent damage to a hardwood floor. We have both varietys. The hand scraped style along with varying length and width pieces helps to disguise a bit of the dirt dust and fur.

Hard floors can make movement especially difficult and although cats may be nimble slipping and falling isn t impossible. Hardwood is way cleaner than carpet especially with dogs. Below the third floor even though they may not be able to turn the injuries are usually less severe though no risk should be taken. But you know what doesn t.

Some cat accidents will probably sand out or at the very least lighten considerably after sanding. The eight floor to ceiling two story windows. I don t think the barf would be an issue with either finish but for some reason the cats usually puke on the rugs anyway. For a cat with arthritis or joint issues it can be particularly painful.

If you remove all remnants of urine smell your cat may not remember to repeat the offending action when on that same spot of the floor. Posted by medieval maven at 9 47 pm on december 10 2004. They also like to lay their bellies on the cold floor. I have hardwood floors and rugs.

Even if you can t detect a specific scent your cat very likely can. If you re ok with scratched floors go ahead and leave them but you and your pets will probably be a lot happier if you keep them trimmed. Our cat has a disorder that can result in a variety of this type of issue and it s way harder on carpet than it is on hardwood floors. Opt for an enzymatic cleaner that will thoroughly deconstruct the odor of the urine.

The floors have a buffed wax finish instead of urethane.