High Quality Cat Scratching Posts, A Must Have for All Cat Owners

Cat scratching posts were once the unattractive looking, large items that unnecessarily took up all the room in your living space. Many cat owners these days simply dont have the room to store scratching posts, so avoid purchasing them. However, without any scratching product, its only a matter of time before your cat or kitten will begin to scratch and ruin your expensive furniture.

Many people forget that even pet cats are part of a family of fierce predators. This is shown in their agile nature when running, climbing trees or catching birds and mice. Although pet cats can also be extremely loving creatures that adore nothing more than to curl up on your lap or in front of the fire, owners must respect their wild nature by ensuring they have the correct pet products. This includes, a litter tray, feeding dishes, scratching post, toys and of course plenty of affection.

Nature gave cats sharp deadly claws to help them survive in the wild and in order the keep their claws sharp and clean, cats learn to find an ideal spot for scratching. Whilst cats have a tendency to scratch for keeping their claws down, the procedure is also part of their stretching and exercises. Therefore, investing in a cat scratching post or cat tree, is a worthwhile investment in order to keep a healthy and happy kitten and cat.

It has been known for some cat owners to cut their pets claws down in order to stop them from ruining nice furniture. However, this can be extremely painful for your cat and can have many negative consequences. Removing a cats claws can make them extremely nervous, frustrated and unhappy creatures. Claws are a vital part of a cats health and well-being. Purchasing a scratching post or tree will allow your cat to have their own area to scratch, play, exercise and even curl up and go to sleep.

There is now a wide range of cat scratching posts and cat trees available to suit you and your cats needs. You may have already noticed your cat scratching a certain type of textile, wood and carpet are often the most common, although you can also buy velvet and fleecy materials for a more luxurious style. Both posts and trees also come in a wide range of shapes and sizes. Cat owners can opt for the traditional, one tier, carpeted scratching post, or for something more unique and stylish owners can choose curved, wave scratching boards.

Both designs are compact making them ideal for smaller areas. For cat owners with larger areas to spare for their feline friend, cat trees are a real treat. Many can be adjusted in height with the ability to reach the top of your ceiling. Watch your cat play and exercise as if it were out in the wild, with several scratching posts, playing rolls and resting areas. Certain trees come complete with matching toy to keep your cat entertained and the quirkier designs even include hammocks and huts for your cat to lounge about in.

Why not go one step further and treat your kitty to its own castle. With pink and black designs, these scratching and play areas also double up as a bed with plush removable cushions. Whatever your needs, tastes and requirements the fact is, your cat needs a place to scratch.For a happy and healthy pet cat or kitten, ensure youve got your scratching post or cat tree installed today.