The scratching post: what kind of invention is it and what is it for?

Scratching post savannah jungle blog

If you have a cat or kitten at home or are thinking about buying one, you have undoubtedly heard of it: the scratching post. What can you actually do with a scratching post? What are the benefits for your pet and how can you properly incorporate a scratching post into your home design? We would like to tell you more about these kinds of things through this blog on Savannah Jungle!

A scratching post is purchased by people for various reasons. One reason always stands proud: there is a cat or kitten present. It will come as no surprise that this cat or kitten also likes to scratch. So is there no scratching post present in the house? Then the furniture may need some attention. And as an owner, you naturally want to prevent that.

Cats have a natural need to scratch. That is an innate instinct, so there is little you can do about it. The scratching post ensures that your cat can meet that need. Scratching on a scratching post (instead of on the couch) ensures that the cat can sharpen its nails.
However, that is not the only reason that a cat or kitten likes to scratch. A scratching post also ensures that your pet’s muscles are optimally trained. In combination with the nails being sharpened, it also benefits the health of your cat or kitten.

If there is no possibility to scratch, there is also a big chance that you will notice this in the mood of your pet. Do you want your cat to stay in a good mood? Then buying a scratching post is an excellent option! There are different scratching posts, including high. These scratching posts are not only functional for nails and muscles, but also ensure that your cat has a wonderful overview of the room from a high spot.

Large scratching post XXL

Within webshops you will often find different categories under the heading ‘scratching post’. This way you can see for yourself whether you want a ‘normal’ scratching post or whether you are going for a larger version. In any case, the range of scratching posts is quite diverse. Over the years, there have also been variants developed that have a beautiful appearance and can therefore look fantastic in the room you have in mind!

The large scratching post is particularly suitable for the higher categories of the Savannah breed. Think of the F1, F2 and F3 generations. These cats are larger, which means that a scratching post is more suitable if it is also somewhat larger and sturdier. Also see the ‘The Generations of Savannah’ at the top of this page for more information about these animals and the designation of the generations.

By purchasing a scratching post, the knife really cuts both ways. It contributes to the health and mood of your four-legged friend and it ensures that your furniture remains protected. Moreover, a scratching post can also fit perfectly into your interior, so that you have a real ‘eye-catcher’ in the living room.

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