The 10 Best Scratching Posts | Pets Supply Buying Guides

This Review has been updated 21 times since it was first published in July of 2015. Whether you have a new kitten or a beast of a cat that loves to destroy furniture, a scratching post can be a godsend. They help to satiate a feline’s instinctual need to scratch while also maintaining their nail growth and physical health, so they can have a romp without even knowing it’s good for them (while saving your favorite chair). When users buy our independently chosen editorial picks, we may earn commissions to help fund the Review. Skip to the best scratching post on Amazon.

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The 10 Best Scratching Posts

10. PetFusion Vertical

The creative design of the PetFusion Vertical provides three different surfaces for your furry friend to attack, plus a nook hole that’s a perfect spot for relaxing. Its recycled cardboard construction is meticulously assembled layer by layer for durability.

9. Go Pet Club Cat Tree

For multiple cat households, the Go Pet Club Cat Tree provides five resting shelves and six sisal rope covered columns for the ultimate stimulation. The columns are of various sizes and are interchangeable, so you can create a structure to suit your felines’ preferences.

8. SmartCat Bootsie’s

For the excitable feline that needs to burn off energy, the SmartCat Bootsie’s offers versatility. It can be easily mounted to the wall, laid flat on the floor, or left standing straight up, and its woven sisal fiber walls are extremely resistant to abrasion and tearing.

7. Sofa-Scratcher Furniture Protector

The Sofa-Scratcher Furniture Protector is ideal for owners interested in a discreet, space-saving design. It’s intended to sit flush with a couch or loveseat while its bottom panel slides beneath a leg to anchor it. Plus, it comes in a variety of colors to match any decor.

6. MidWest Homes Feline Nuvo

The MidWest Homes Feline Nuvo features a soft brown, faux fur trim around a generously wide post. It manages to be both functional and compact to achieve its purpose without hogging floor space, while also providing plentiful ways for multiple cats to scratch and groom.

5. Molly and Friends Cradle

The Molly and Friends Cradle features a sturdy upright post wrapped in sisal rope that can be clawed at or climbed up, offering access to the comfortable U-shaped bed at the summit. Even clawless cats can easily jump into the bed without knocking the pedestal over.

4. Paws & Pals Tree House

Provide a healthy outlet for your feline’s instinctual need to scratch, plus a place for him or her to rest with the Paws & Pals Tree House. It has a soft, padded hammock-style bed on top, and the two-level design makes it ideal for families with multiple pets.

3. Catit Style

The Catit Style sports an S-shape that’s designed to be like a chaise longue for your furry friend. The 22-inch length gives them enough space to stretch out, and it includes a pack of catnip to pique even the pickiest feline’s interest.

2. PetFusion Ultimate Lounge

The reversible PetFusion Ultimate Lounge boasts a beautiful curved design that makes for easy scratching when felines are feeling frisky, while the shape also provides a comfortable place to rest when it’s time for a nap. Each unit is tested to ensure safety.

1. SmartCat Ultimate

At 32″ tall, the SmartCat Ultimate allows felines to achieve a full vertical stretch, while its wide base protects against wobbling. It may not look very special, but it’s effective at keeping claws trimmed and helping to promote exercise without shedding onto the floor.

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