what can i do to get my cat to stop digging his claws into the furniture (sofa, cabinets, computer desk).. ?

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will getting him neutered calm him down and as he gets older will he grow out of it. hes a year old and i dont want to get him declawed because i heard its like torture to a cat especially with him being this old. please give me your advice. thanks.

scratching post or get him declawed.