Cat Scratching Posts & Tree Towers

Choosing the right height helps our cats get the most from their scratching post or cat tree. Cats naturally like to stretch out fully when they scratch, so selecting a product that's tall enough encourages healthy scratching and climbing behaviour, helps keep claws in good condition, and makes the product more enriching. As a general guide, our experts have created the table below to help you choose a height based on your cat's size:

The simplest explanation is, a cat scratching post is designed primarily to satisfy our cat's natural instinct to scratch. It provides a dedicated surface for stretching, marking territory and sharpening claws to remove the dull, worn outer husk of the claw revealing a sharper claw below. This helps to protect furniture from unwanted scratching damage.

A cat tree offers much more than a place to scratch, as well as one or more scratching posts or surfaces, it includes things such as raised platforms, beds, hideaways and climbing levels. Cat trees encourage climbing, jumping, resting and play, making them an excellent choice for indoor cats that benefit from extra exercise and mental stimulation. Take a look at the table below for a more detailed comparison.

A scratching post can make a big difference, but it's not simply a case of buying one and expecting your cat to stop scratching the sofa overnight, the key is to give your cat a scratching surface they prefer over your furniture. We found a stable scratching post that's tall enough for a full-body stretch and covered in a material such as natural sisal is often much more appealing than a wobbly or poorly placed post.

Where you place your scratching post matters just as much as the post itself. Our cats often scratch just after waking up, so we placed a post near their favourite sleeping spot to encourage regular use.

In our experience, cats in multi-cat households are happy to share scratching posts and cat trees, especially if they get along well. But, it is important to provide enough scratching and resting spaces for every cat, our rule of thumb is to have multiple scratching areas throughout our home, rather than relying on a single post or tree.

Many cat scratching posts and cat trees include beds, platforms and elevated perches, these features give cats their own places to rest, observe their surroundings and retreat when they want a bit of quiet time. We always ensure we have enough scratching areas available to help reduce competition and minimise stress between our cats.

Neither can be considered better than the other. Cats usually have a preferred angle they like to scratch. So if you have a post but your cat scratches your carpet, you may want to provide a horizontal scratcher so your cat can scratch down rather than up. This is particularly important for older or less mobile cats, as horizontal surfaces are generally easier for older cats to scratch in our experience.

We've tried to place our cat scratchers in many different locations around our home, this is what we learned. The scratching post should be located in a convenient place, our cats didn't seek out their scratcher because there was a sofa or carpet much nearer, so try placing the post in areas where they tend to spend a lot of time. Most cats like to stretch and scratch as soon as they wake up, so placing it near their bed is also a good idea.

All three surfaces have their benefits. Sisal rope is durable and suitable for frequent scratchers, jute rope is softer, and perfect for moderate scratchers, while corrugated cardboard is inexpensive, and good for cats that prefer horizontal scratching. Take a look at the table below for a list of perks for each.

We generally recommend vacuuming your scratching post or tree and using warm, soapy water to remove stains and marks. However, avoid cleaning it more than necessary. Scratching posts and trees act as scent markers, allowing your cat to leave their scent and create a familiar, secure space. Cleaning them too often can remove these scent cues, making the post or tree feel less familiar and reducing its value as part of your cat's territory.

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