Scratching post

[mariya]

Hi I am looking to purchase a scratching post for my adult cat. He is 13.2lb (a bit chubby) How tall should the scratching post be?
We got him a horizontal post but he doesn't use it at all and opts for my mattress :/
Thanks

 

[Willowy]

As tall and sturdy as possible. Cats like to really stretch out when they scratch.

This is a good one; I have several and fully recommend them: http://m.petco.com/shop/en/petcostore/iams/smartcat-ultimate-scratching-post
And it's on sale!

 

[mariya]

Would a 3ft post be alright?

 

[Anne]

Would a 3ft post be alright?

Yes, 3ft is great for most cats. In addition to being long, it needs to be very stable so as not to move or wobble when he's using it.

You can read more about choosing the right scratching post here - 

 [article="29683"]How To Stop Your Cat From Scratching The Furniture​[/article]  

 

[crankydave]

I have one of these as well, and can also recommend it. It's *very* sturdy, and even my ginormous cat can stretch out full length with it.

The company also sells a topper platform for it. It's good in theory, but has two serious design flaws: they used plastic for the tabs that lock it in place and the adhesive they used for the velcro tabs that secure the removable pad to it is incredibly weak. When said ginormous cat leaps onto it from the side, either the pad will tear loose from the shearing force, or the plastic tabs will bend outwards and the entire topper will slide off. The amazon.com product page is full of complaints and DIY fixes.

 

[cocobutterfly]

Our cat also isn't a horizontal scratcher. She likes to stretch up vertically, and the ultimate scratching post is also her favorite. Amazon was selling it for $36.99 with free delivery but it looks like they've temporarily sold out again. It's a popular item so they're always restocking. It's very sturdy, and our cat enjoys the good stretch that it allows her. 

 

[mariya]

Thank you for all your suggestions and tips!

We actually ended up buying a short cat tree (3.5 ft) from a man who actually makes and sells them from his home. It was only $40 and best of all, Leo loves it

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• mariya
• Jul 2, 2016

 

[Willowy]

Ooh, that is NICE! I think any cat would like it! Lucky Leo .