Lisa writes:
>Both my ferts have given up the sofa.  Their new obsession is ripping the
>underside of my bed and getting inside.  I have duck-taped all their holes
>but of course they have nails and make new holes.  I have even tried
>taping cardboard to the bottom but the cardboard is too heavy for the
>tape to hold and it just peels off....
 
Be very very careful with duct tape.  It is extremely sticky.  Imagine
what could happen if your fur kids started scratching at the tape (which is
likely--mine seem to decide on a single spot and then scratch like there's
no tomorrow) and get caught it it.  It could be very painful and very
dangerous.
 
I would suggest measuring the underside of the couch.  Go to the hardware
store and purchase a piece of plywood the correct size--two ply will do
fine.  You can use wood or drywall screws to attach the plywood to the
bottom of your couch.  You could also use plexi, but be sure to pre drill
holes in plexi before using it.
 
Good Luck!
Matthew in CO with Sherlock, P.B., and Gryphon (the ferts) and Quinn and
Seneca (the dogs).
[Posted in FML issue 3533]