In your decision to purchase a cat scratcher, you’ve probably wondered to yourself if it’s a good idea to get one. The answer to this is: yes! In fact, it should be first thing you should get along with a litter box. This is because cat scratching is a very common and normal behaviour. They do it for various reasons including to stretch, to remove the outer layer of their nail and to mark their territory. Scratching is instinctual to cats. So don’t waste your time trying to train your cat not to scratch. Instead, invest some time and money into a good cat scratcher (or several)!

Now that you know why it’s a good investment here are some of our cat scratcher recommendations to help you find the perfect one for your home and your kitty.

Cat Scratcher Size

One of the main reasons cats scratch is to stretch out their muscles. And in order for them to do that they’ll need a cat scratcher that is tall enough to accommodate their fully stretched out frame. 

If you own a senior cat a horizontal cat scratcher might be what you’re looking for. It should be long enough for them to stand on it while scratching and lower to the ground so that it’s easy to climb on or to descend. Cleveland Cat Scratch Pad low design could be ideal for your golden oldie. It has the added benefit of coming with a sachet of catnip, to keep your kitty entertained.

Cat Scratcher Stability

Stability can be a factor for wall-mounted scratchers, horizontal scratchers, and most commonly scratching posts. If it wobbles or moves around when your cat scratches it, chances are your kitty will not come back for a second go. The taller the scratching post, the less intrinsic stability it will have. So make sure your scratching posts have large enough bases to resist wobbling or toppling over. Make sure wall scratchers are securely fastened. And invest in some sticky feet for horizontal scratchers if they slide around on the floor when your kitty is using them. 

Cat Scratcher Accessories

If you have an active cat can’t go a day without playing, you should consider purchasing a scratcher that has attached toys or sprinkle catnip on the base and fabric to encourage your cat to use the post. The ultimate kitty playground would be Petstages Scratch and Play Tower Track Cat Scratch. It’s blasted with catnip which improves the attractability and playability, and the added feather tassel will attract your cat’s interest and encourage batting.

Designed By Lotte offers a range of cat scratchers that feature a little toy hanging from the top. The top and bottom have a velvet finish, with the overall design making it very trendy and luxurious. This is perfect for those pet parents that want their cat furniture to look good in their home