Many cat owners – even those who regularly tear up the sofa and wallpaper with their claws – for some reason consider a scratching post a waste of money.
They say that their animal will not use this device.
They are partly right – scratching posts can often be seen standing idle in some remote corner of the apartment.
But this only happens because mistakes were made when choosing a design - the pet's owners did not take into account its individual characteristics, chased a profitable advertising offer, or succumbed to the persistent advice of an inexperienced seller.
If you don’t want your money spent on a scratching post to be wasted, follow these rules when choosing a structure.
Don't buy huge complexes for kittens
When a kitten is small, it is difficult to draw conclusions about its character. Perhaps you got a pet that does not really like physical exercise and prefers to sleep or rest in its hammock.
If you choose a scratching post that does not match your pet's personality, there is a high probability that your purchase will become another dust collector.
Conversely, don't buy a small scratching post for an adult cat.
If you decide to get a vertical scratching post, make sure that its height is at least 80-90 cm - only then will the cat have the opportunity to stretch its muscles, which will certainly make the structure attractive in the eyes of the pet.
Before buying, take a closer look at the cat's behavior.
If your cat likes to play and hide, then he may like a scratching post with tunnels and partitions. If your pet is lazy and calm, then it is better to choose a scratching post with a hammock or a bed.
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