Top Cat Scratching Post Picks

This cat scratching post is easily our Top Pick. It is large, heavy, attractive, and sturdy. It is very popular at Amazon, and gets an average review of 5 stars. Stellar!

Amazon review comments:

"At 1st ... my cat showed absolutely no interest in the post. Feeling I had nothing to lose, I gave it a try and I simply couldn't believe it. The cat dug his claws deep into the post while swatting at the cat toy and the rest is history. He became so interested in the scratching post ... I also want to comment on how sturdy this item is. It only took about a minute or so to assemble and is solidly constructed and not likely to tip over. I have a huge Ragdoll cat over 20 pounds of muscle and he hasn't knocked it over yet and he vigorously uses the post now."

"I balked at spending $[...] initially; but, would gladly pay TWICE the price after having the product for an entire year. As soon as I set it up (a couple of screws and its fully assembled) my cat began using the Ultimate Scratching Post and has never returned to her former bad habits. The product has held up well and will probably outlast both me and the cat. My advice to anyone who has a similar problem: Buy the Ultimate Scratching Post and your problem will be solved. Whoever dreamed this one up: Thanks A Million!"

Expect to pay: Around $55 - 60 (ships for Free with Super Saver Shipping.)

Cat Scratching Post #2:

Molly and Friends "Feline Recliner" Premium Handmade One Tier Sisal Scratching Post Furniture with Bed, Model Scr/b, Beige

Our second choice has to be this unit by Molly and Friends. This top-notch company consistanly produces high-quality cat furniture. Their reviews are always solid. Plus, it has the clever built-in cat bed on top!

Unlike most cat scratching posts, this company ships their product preassembled. A big plus!

Amazon review comments:

"My husband and I have 2 Ragdoll sisters, they are nearing a year old and are already a little over 10 lbs each... The girls can run and jump up, sometimes ending up hanging by their claws off one edge of the carpet side, and it has never even come remotely close to falling over. They can lean way off to one side, still it doesn't even tip at all."

"My cat loved it as soon as I got it out of the box. It is very strong and durable. He can climb up the scratching post (all 11 pounds) and it does not tip. He loves the bed and it is spacious enough for him to stretch out in and still have room to grow."

Expect to pay: Around $80 (with free shipping)

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Cat Scratching Post #3:

Molly and Friends Large Handmade Sisal Cat Scratching Post, Model Scr, Beige

Another choice from Molly and Friends. They really know their stuff. This one doesn't have the top tray, it's just the scratchig post. Still very sturdy.

Amazon review comment:

"This scratch post is very sturdy and well made. My 16 pound Main Coon, Maggie, took to it immediately. I would recommend this product highly. It is even nice looking enough to leave in the livingroom when company comes!"

Expect to pay: Around $55

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Cat Scratching Post #4:

SmartCat Bootsie's Combination Scratcher

We have a similar unit at our house, which our Maine Coon cats just love. We can hang it anywhere, or lay it flat. They've always used it.

The manufacturer points out that this one is made from woven sisal which is much more durable than wound sisal. So it should last longer. And of course it has solid reviews as well.

Amazon review comments:

"I have four cats and so far I've seen three of them scratching away at this thing almost immediately after I got it last week. It seems to be pretty resilient as well. Well worth the purchase! "

"my cats love it! well worth the money! I have tried all kinds of cat-scratching pads over the years--cardboard, carpet, sissel rope, and all make-shift variations of these. This is so much better! cats love it--either lying down horizontal, or mounted to wall vertically. its sturdy, the sissel doesn't come off and make a mess, its like a tight woven sissel carpet. its easy to mount to the wall. love it!"

Expect to pay: Around $25-30 (ships for Free with Super Saver Shipping.)

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Cat Scratching Post #5:

Molly and Friends Extra Large Handmade Carpet and Sisal Cat Scratcher, Model Scr-XL, Beige

Molly and Friends again. They simply manufacture the sturdiest products, with no assembly required. Their reviews can't be topped. This one is 33 inches tall.

Amazon review comment:

"Its excellent quality for the price. My cats love it. It supports their weight and is tall enough to keep them interested. Its sturdy enough to let one cat climd and prch on the top. I need a second for the other side of the couch! "

Expect to pay: Around $60 (new)

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Cat Scratching Post #6:

Fat Cat Big Mama's Scratch 'n Play Ramp for Cats with Catnip

Again, this isn't exactly a "post," but it's for scratching, and cats just love it. These cardboard cat scratchers are really popular lately. Cats can tear to their hearts content, and then you just refill it!

This one is reversable and comes with a supply of Zoom Around the Room high-test organic catnip and toy.

Amazon review comments:

"This is the second one I've purchased. My 4 cats absolutely love them! What more can I say!!! Fast delivery, will buy again."

"One of my cats loves cardboard scratchers. I've tried several different brands. This one is her favorite and I admit, it's my favorite too. It looks cute (not ugly like some other brands) and has held up well over a year with several refills (it does accept other scratcher refills that happen to be the same dimensions). The butterfly seems to be something 'nippy to rub her cheek up against when she's feeling spunky. The catnip bag included has some pretty good catnip and in a rather large quantity. This is my third Big Mama Scratchy Ramp (got an extra for another room) and I hope Fat Cat continues making them for a long time to come. "

Expect to pay: Around $15-20 (new)

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Cat Scratching Post #7:

Molly and Friends "Simple Sleeper" Premium Handmade 2-Tier Cat Tree with Sisal, Model 23, Beige

The Simple Sleeper by Molly and Friends is larger than the others. It has the sisal scratchingpost, plus room for two kitties to hang out. Sturdy, well-made, and attractive. Plus it's preassembled, of course!

Amazon review comment:

"Both my cats can be playing on this and it doesn't even wobble. The sisal scratching post is just the right height for a cat to really stretch out while scratching. One of my cats likes to climb the sisal post like she's climbing a tree... Molly & Friends is a great company that builds quality cat furniture.

ETA: I've now owned this almost 3 years and it's still in great condition. The scratching posts have been used a lot and I still haven't had to replace the carpet or the sisal rope on them (although I do trim off the rope threads once in awhile)."

Expect to pay: Around $135 (with free shipping)

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Cat Scratching Post #8:

North American Pet Sisal Rope Cat Scratching Post

Here is an economical choice. It's one review at Amazon is a good one. It would be a good unit for a kitten or smaller cat. Simple and effective sisal cat post.

Amazon review comment:

"I've been having issues with my cats scratching up my books in my bookcase. I put this post right next to the bookcase and they immediately switched over to it. "

Expect to pay: Around $18

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If your cat is uninterested in your new sisal cat post at first, don't worry. Just take your cat over to the post whenever he starts to scratch elsewhere.

Hold his front feet gently and reveal his claws. Then, show him how it's done.

Two other things you can try are to rub the post with catnip, (this really interests them!) or try dangling a favorite toy all around and over the post.

Once your cat goes after the toy, the goal is to get him to grab hold of the post with his claws. Praise him and hopefully he'll find this quite fun!

The first step, of course, is to settle on a sturdy cat scratching post. Have you found a winner?

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