10 Cat-Proof Couches Your Furry Friends Won’t Absolutely Ruin

The only thing that can make a modular couch better is if it's stain-resistant and cat-proof, which this one is both. After you've arranged the piece of furniture the way you want, you can find comfort in knowing that your kitty will have a hard time messing it up. The Burrow sectional comes in a range of colorways from the fabric to finish on the legs, and allows endless flexibility when it comes to how it occupies your space.

It's made from durable materials made for everyday wear and tear and uses a shredded, medium-density fill for ultimate comfort. Multiple reviews on the website say it's easy to put together and cat-proof against scratches and unsightly stains.

Not only is this cat-proof couch beautiful, but it comes with free full service delivery, meaning you won't have to lift a finger when it comes to carrying it inside and assembling it yourself. You can count on the velvet material to repel your kitty's claws and remain ultra soft for your lounging pleasure. One verified reviewer says their cat doesn’t seem tempted to scratch it. Along with the durability against scratches, the couch comes in many different colors, allowing it to fit in with whatever your color scheme may be.

My cat, Elio, has always been a scratcher, and sure, you can keep their claws trimmed as much as you like, but saving your furniture from scratch marks is kind of a losing battle... or so I thought. I was unaware that cats don't enjoy the feeling of velvet under their paws when my old roommates and I settled on this futon—we just thought it looked nice and that we'd face the kitty consequences when the time came. However, it lasted us the entire two-and-a-half years we lived in our old apartment with minor flaws.

If Elio were in his "feral mode" and ran onto the couch, his claw marks from skidding would show up, but they were easily rubbed away, and the couch would go back to looking as good as new. This was such a great option for our first apartment in New York because it allowed us to have guests spend the night without pulling out the air mattress and was really easy to clean.

Tester Erin Henry says that while she was a big skeptic of cat-friendly furniture because of her cat Mr. Pickles's affinity for ruining so many items, Interior Define's sofa changed her mind. "Three years in, this couch doesn’t have a single pull in it, which is especially impressive since my cat sits on the back and kneads into it every night," she explains.

Her only real qualm with it is her own choice in color—she claims the light gray has discolored a bit and would've gone with a darker option had she known. However, even with the light shade and discoloration, Henry praises the lack of significant stains on the couch, despite the best efforts of her kids, cats, and dog. "When the time comes to replace this sofa, I would absolutely get another from this brand," she says.

Amazon is such a great go-to when it comes to buying furniture, whether your budget is on the smaller or larger scale. This modern sectional is in the mid-range when it comes to the price tag, but it promises cloud-like comfort with a solid construction for everyday use. The best part? The chenille fabric covering the oversize piece of furniture is fairly cat-proof, according to the reviews.

One verified reviewer wrote that their cat has tried scratching it but did not succeed in ripping anything.

Tester Elyse Moody says her double Madeline Sofas from Kathy Kuo were the first thing she moved into her new living room, and it’s serving more as a play gym for her toddler, Willa, and her 13-year-old cat, Milly, rather than a place to relax. However, Moody doesn't mind, especially because Milly has seemingly no desire to ruin these gorgeous sofas. "Milly has shredded the hand-me-down tweed couch in our sunroom, but she has zero interest in getting her claws into these," Moody explains. "The texture of the velvet just isn't satisfying to her."

On top of the lack of interest from Milly's claws, Moody praises the couches for how easy it is to remove cat hair and toddler handprints with simple cleaning methods, like static mitts, lint rollers, and cloths. "I love the down cushions too—they're squashy but hold their shape, just the look I wanted," she adds.

Corduroy is similar to velvet in feel but is a great option if you're looking to add a bit more texture to your living room. This highly-rated couch comes in three colorways and arrives in only one box when shipped to you, making disposing of the packaging on the easier, less messy side. The soft, thick corduroy fabric promises not to wrinkle or fade, and the dense foam cushions are on the softer side for those who love to melt into their couches when they get home from work.

When it comes to the cat-proof aspects, one reviewer wrote that while they can hear their cat scratching at the sofa, the claw marks "are completely undetectable due to the material and coloration." So if your kitty loves to use your couch as a scratching post, this might be an option to consider.

This modular couch comes in a few colorways, all with either velvet or chenille fabric. While both of those materials have proven to be fairly cat-proof, even if your kitty does decide it wants to scratch at this couch one day, you should be safe. One reviewer writes that even though her cat loves to scratch it, you can’t even see any damage.

Since it’s modular, it’s extremely easy to customize to best fit your space, and it’s made from a solid wood frame. So no matter how you redecorate or if you’re not exactly easy on your furniture, this one should last you a while.