Cat Scratching Posts
Cat Scratching Posts
Types of Cat Scratching Posts
Cats scratch for different reasons and the act of scratching provides the cat with the necessary exercise in order to keep their bodies supple. By scratching, cats also mark their territories and indoor cats that don’t have any scratching posts, have as their only option your furniture and carpets. Fortunately for cat owners, nowadays there is a wide selection of cat scratching posts available and it is practically impossible not to find something your cat would like.
Since cats differ greatly in the way they scratch, the diversified types of cat scratching posts available on the market represent a good thing. Nowadays manufacturers use various surfaces for covering scratching posts and the most frequent is the sisal fabric. Another material used as a carpet is the jute, but it does not stand a lot of laceration. A cat scratching post can also be made from cardboard but this is not very durable and it will need to be changed frequently. However, cardboard scratching posts are cheap and there are cats that prefer them.
There are three main types of cat scratching posts and some posts are made of combinations of materials. Although your decision will be influenced by your budget and particular needs, the cat will definitely be the one to determine the type of cat scratching post you will buy. Sisal posts have a rough surface and they are not recommended in the case of cats with very sensitive paws. However, there are other cats which find these posts delightful and use them frequently.
Carpet cat scratching posts are the most common and they can be found even in grocery stores. These have a soft surface and they wear out in a short period of time. However, if you have a cat scratching post that must be replaced, make sure you choose one of the same colors because kittens don’t like change and a replacement will confuse them. There are scratching posts that will need to be assembled once you get home but all you need for that is a screwdriver.
Cardboard posts are boxes filled with exposed corrugations; usually, they are placed on the floor so that the cat can scratch without leaning up. Many cats like cardboards and the glue used in making them while others enjoy chewing it. As you can imagine the cardboard material will wear out faster than other posts but luckily, these posts are quite thick.
Another type of cat scratching posts is those made of natural wood. These consist of a tree limb or log with bark on it and although it is very natural, it can contain insects or mold that can be harmful for your cats. Many cats have their own preferences when it comes to scratching positions so we advise you to observe your cat while scratching before purchasing a cat scratching post. Note the details regarding its preferred texture and see if its scratching locations vary or if he always returns to the same place. Once you observe all these aspects, you will know what you have to do.
Our experience has taught us that cats should own several cat scratching posts, of different sizes, angles and scratching surface. These posts are essential for the cats because they provide the needed physical exercised and they relieve stress. Scratching posts will save your furniture and carpets from being scratched.
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Cat Scratching Posts
How to Choose Cat Scratching Posts
Most families have at least a pet in their homes and often, this pet is a cat, since what can be more adorable than a cat that we can spoil when we get home? However, although there are many Cat Lovers out there, one thing is sure: all cats scratch and as a consequence they end up ruining our furniture, our carpets and other of our belongings. If this is your situation, there’s no need to despair because nowadays there is a way to keep your cat from scratching your goods.
Cats scratch all the time and as long as they are not provided with cat scratching posts, they will use your furniture for playing and scratching. If you are interested in a cat scratching post, you should know that the scratching surface varies from a carpet covered with sisal rope or artificial surface coverings. Furthermore, the scratching post can be tall, short, round, horizontal or vertical and it is entirely up to you to decide which of these suits best the needs of your cat.
Before selecting cat scratching posts, we advise you to consider the following tips. First of all, for best results, make sure the scratching post is tall enough for your cat to scratch her full height. Next, keep in mind that a good cat scratching post should have a base which ensures the necessary stability. This is important because if the cat feels insecure on the scratching post she will not use it.
Don’t forget to choose a cat scratching post which combines different covered surfaces. It is not a great idea to train your cat to scratch ion the carpet because they may not distinguish the acceptable carpet from the carpet on the floors. We recommend trying sisal fiber because it is durable, attractive to cats, cheap and lasts much longer than a carpet.
However, if your cat is not accustomed to using cat scratching posts, you will need to train your cat choose the post and not your furniture. Whenever you bring a cat into your home, make sure you will show her how to use the scratching post. Also, show your cat how to scratch and don’t try to physically force it by holding her paws because she won’t like it and she will reject the cat scratching post. The most efficient way of training your cat use the post is by means of rewards and lures.
If the scratching post looks like fun, surrounded by toys and other attractive items, the cat will definitely be drawn to it. Make sure you keep the cat scratching posts nearby to where the cats sleep, because most of them scratch after waking. The location of the scratching post is important because if your cat doesn’t like the place you have chosen for it, she will not use it.
It is not a revelation for any of us the fact that cats scratch all the time, but it might be news for some of you to learn that cats can be trained and shown where to scratch. Thus, by using cat scratching posts, your carpets and furniture will not be damaged any longer. Take into account your cat’s preferences when buying and setting up her scratching post.
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