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Scratching toy & scratching board for cats

It is particularly important for indoor cats that they have different ways to sharpen their claws. If they don't have these, they love to scratch sofas, table legs, wallpaper or box-spring beds - you've probably seen it before ;). We recommend that you provide your cats with several species-appropriate scratching posts and other scratching material. As our warehouse does not yet have the capacity for scratching posts, we can give you some recommendations. We tell you what you should look out for in a species-appropriate scratching post in our blog post «Plush monster vs. scratching paradise».

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Scratching toys for cats: catching natural behavior correctly

Cats don't scratch to be annoying. They use it to groom their claws, mark themselves with scent glands, stretch their bodies and burn off energy. If there are no suitable scratching opportunities, the sofa, carpet, wallpaper or furniture quickly become interesting.

At ARTGERECHT. you will find scratching products and scratching toys that can be easily integrated into everyday life: Scratching board, sisal, foldable scratching furniture, scratching rugs and combined products with a play or lying function. Complementary fits Cat toy for active play phases.

Which scratching option suits your cat?

Scrape horizontally or vertically

Some cats prefer to scratch on the ground, others like to stretch upwards. It is therefore worth offering different directions. Scratching board, mats and sisal surfaces are a useful addition to larger scratching furniture.

Combine scratching, lying down and playing

Many scratching products work particularly well if they cover several needs. A scratching wave, a cardboard bed or a scratching carpet can be a scratching surface, play area and favorite place all at the same time.

Several scratching spots in the home

A single scratching area is often not enough. It makes sense to have several places where your cat is out and about anyway: near sleeping areas, walking routes or areas where it already wants to scratch.

Select scratching toys to match the scratching behavior

ARTGERECHT. offers scratching products that guide natural behavior in the right direction and enrich your cat's everyday life. You will also find Employment ideas and Treats for search games, if you want to combine scratching, playing and rewarding.

Offer scratching furniture where the cat really scratches

Scratching opportunities work best when they are in the right places. Many cats scratch after sleeping, along their walking routes or where they have already shown an interest in the sofa, carpet or furniture. A scratching area in an unused corner, on the other hand, is often ignored.

A combination of horizontal and vertical options is therefore worthwhile: Scratching board, sisal surfaces, scratching rugs or larger scratching furniture. This allows the cat to find a suitable surface for stretching, marking, playing and relaxing.

If a cat scratches furniture despite being able to scratch, it is often not due to a lack of willpower, but to the location, stability or surface. A scratching surface should be easy to reach, not wobble and suit the cat's preferred scratching direction.

Frequently asked questions about scratching & scratching toys

Why do cats scratch?

Scratching is used for claw care, stretching, marking and stress relief. It is normal cat behavior and should not be prevented, but should be directed to suitable areas. Good scratching opportunities help to relieve furniture and give the cat places where it can act out its natural behavior.

What helps when the cat scratches the sofa?

If the cat scratches on the sofa, attractive scratching surfaces in the immediate vicinity can help. Depending on preference, scratching board, sisal mats, scratching rugs or vertical scratching options may work better. It is important to offer the alternative where the cat scratches anyway and not just place it somewhere in the room.

Does scratching board make sense?

Yes, scratching boards are very useful for many cats. It is lightweight, can often be positioned flexibly and is particularly suitable for cats that like to scratch horizontally. Many models can also be used as a place to play or lie down. In addition, suitable Cat toy provide additional activity. If your cat loves cardboard, scratching cardboard is often a very well accepted solution.

Does every cat need a scratching post?

A stable scratching post makes sense, but not the only one Solution. Some cats prefer to use horizontal surfaces, scratching cardboard, scratching rugs or sisal mats. It is important that scratching opportunities are stable and in suitable places. In many households, a combination of scratching posts and smaller scratching areas works best.

How many scratching opportunities does an indoor cat need?

An indoor cat should have several scratching opportunities, not just one. Scratching areas are particularly important in used living areas, on walkways and where the cat likes to stretch and scratch after sleeping. Several well-placed areas are often more effective than one large scratching post in the wrong place.

Which materials are suitable for scratching?

Sisal, cardboard, robust carpet structures and natural materials are popular. Which surface works best depends on the individual cat. Some cats prefer to scratch softly and horizontally, others need stable vertical surfaces to stretch on. It is therefore worth offering different materials and directions.

Where should scratching facilities be placed?

Scratching opportunities should be located where your cat is already out and about: near sleeping areas, walking paths or places where it already scratches. Many cats particularly like to stretch and scratch immediately after getting up. Several well-placed areas often work better than a single, distant solution.