Cat Scratching Posts

Cat scratching posts are not just a luxury for cats – they are a necessity. Especially if you do not want them to scratch you furniture or your carpets, you should make sure you have a cat scratching post in your home. Asking your cat not to scratch is like someone asking you not sleep. Cats scratch because it is part of their instinct. It is one of the ways they mark their territory, it is good exercise for them, and it just plain feels good. So, although you aren’t likely to get your cat to stop scratching (and if you do it isn’t very good for them) you can find them another venue for it – a cat scratch post.

When you decide to go shopping for cat scratching posts you have three options. You can buy a good sturdy cat scratch post from a pet store. These can be bought already put together or you can take it home and put it together. Your second option is to find a place on the internet where you can buy a cat scratching post – free shipping may be including on orders over a certain amount. Finally, you can build a cat scratch post at home for very little cost.

If you have decided to purchase one, you’ll find that there are many cat scratch post designs to choose from. A decorative cat scratching post can be purchased that will match the décor in your home. You can buy cat scratching posts and cat beds combined for the ultimate in luxury. With many levels and cat beds built in, you cat will have a luxurious playground and sleeping place all in one. For a smart cat, a scratching post will hold much more appeal than your furniture or the carpeting in you hallway. Cat furniture & scratching posts are more enjoyable and more fun for any cat.

If you are the more creative type you can make a cat scratch post with little effort. All you need are some sturdy pieces of wood and some soft carpeting and you can create a masterpiece that you cat will enjoy. If you are not sure what the best design would be or how to make it structurally sound (you wouldn’t want it to tumble over the first time you cat uses it!) you can buy design plans that will tell you what materials to buy and how to put it together.