Cats

by : Rika Apriyanti

because cats love to play, so it is important to their overall health that they do. this is for both fitness reasons, to helps them exercise their basic instincts that are left over in their nature from the wild, and also to ensure they don't gain weight. A cat scratching post is a valuable cat accessory that ensures that cats will have adequate ways to play, without shredding up their owners pants leg or other household items. Their owners will love and It's an easy solution to cats.

A cat scratching post is fairly self-explanatory, it is a place for the cat to scratch on safely and keep their instincts sharp. The most basic versions consist of just a wooden board covered in carpeting that can be attacked at will by the cat, sharpening their claws and letting off steam. The rough fabric that covers a scratching post is capable of withstanding a great deal of abuse, from even the most unrelenting cats. These can come in all different heights and sizes, and be decorated with any color of fabric that a person prefers, to blend into home surroundings.

More elaborate cat scratching posts can include several different levels, with nooks to hide in or branches to climb. These can be especially satisfying for an indoor cat that still has the wild instincts of its outdoor neighbors and will want a real place to play. These posts can also be made of different materials besides the most basic wooden base, including plastic, cardboard, or wicker. Any material that serves as a strong support for the scratching fabric can be substituted in its place. Another style of scratching outlet is scratching mats, which allows the cat to sharpen its claws in an easy and efficient manner.

Trade shows and cat shows are a good place to see the whole rainbow of variety when it comes to which type of cat scratching post to buy. There are new innovations in cat accessories daily, with added toys like bells or catnip being built into the posts. The only thing to decide is how big is too big when it comes to finding a good toy for your cat, because you don't necessarily want the cat post to dominate the room, unless you have a room specially designed just for your cat.

Why Cat Scratcher ?

By. Tara Nemeth

Scratching is a normal and necessary behavior for cats. Scratching allows them to shed the outer layer of their claws, mark their territory (cats have scent glands on the pads of their feet and when they scratch they leave their scent behind as their way of saying "this is my territory") and provides a great way for them stretch out their muscles. Scratching is such an instinctive behavior in cats that even cats who have been declawed scratch on a regular basis.

Of course, knowing that scratching is a normal part of cat behavior is all well and good and does nothing to prevent you from tearing your hair out when your cat is using your couch as his favorite scratching post. Here are some tips for keeping your cat happy and your furniture and drapes intact. First, keep your cat's nails trimmed to help blunt damage to the furniture.

Second, provide your cat with a good quality scratching post. This is frequently the easiest and cheapest solution to solving the scratching problem. Quality scratchers are easy to come by, and can cost as little as $12-16 dollars. Offer your cat two or three quality cat scratchers and make sure they're well positioned! Cats love to scratch right after they wake up from a nap, so it is a good idea to put a scratcher near where your cat likes to sleep.

Third, use a harmless deterrent like Sticky Paws on your furniture. These simple steps will save your furniture and greatly improve your relationship with your cat.