Cat Scratching Posts

Cat scratching posts are a cat accessory that no cat should bow without. A cat scratch post can help prolong the life of your furniture because it gives a cat something to dig his claws into and cats love to sharpen their claws. It is a very primal type of action even for indoor cats who do not need to hunt in order to eat.

If you are interested in building your own scratch post then get on the Internet and do your research as you will find an assortment of cat scratch post designs to suit cats of all sizes, ages and breeds. If buying a cat scratching post is more to the point for you then look for decorative cat scratching posts or smart cat scratching posts or even scratching posts to attach to cat beds online and in stores where pet toys and supplies are sold. If buying online inquire about free shipping for the cat scratching post.

Cats need to scratch something so always buy a sturdy scratching post that is made of a rope-like material or carpeting and place it where your cat scratches the most often in your home. If he uses the couch or a living room chair as a scratching post then you know where the cat furniture and scratching post should go. Place the scratching post in an ideal location for your cat and there is more chance that he or she will use it. Always praise your feline for using the scratching post and this praise will spur him on to use it as often as possible.

If one scratching post is good, two, or even three might be better. Some cats don't just like to scratch in one spot of a home but many spots so consider investing in more than one scratching post and distributing them strategically throughout your home. Pay close attention to where your cat scratches in order to determine the best places for the scratching posts to be. It is not that difficult to make a cat scratch post if you are so inclined but buying one is perfectly okay too. Always buy good quality scratching posts so they will last. If your cat loves the smell and taste of catnip then rub some catnip on the scratching post to encourage him to use it to scratch as opposed to the leg of a chair, a stool or the side of the couch. It is highly recommended that you buy one multi-level platform cat scratching trees, as cats don't just love to scratch but they love to climb as well.