Just like dogs, cats get excited to see you and they need to release some excitement so the best way for them to scratch. Think about when a dog sees you, they bring a toy or they might get zoomies, it's the similar thing for cats and that's why we always recommend leaving a scratching post near the front door to save any furniture getting damaged.
If you notice that your cat goes to the toilet pretty much after you get in and you think "why now!", that is because your cat sees you as their safe space and for cats, going to the toilet in the wild puts them in an extremely vulnerable position. They are basically signaling that you are their favourite person and they always feel safe around you. Although it can be annoying, take it as a compliment.
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