From SmartCat™ (manufacturer of the best-selling Ultimate Sisal Cat Scratching Post 32"), comes the Cat Scratching Post/Climber with Multi-level climbing platforms.

Why didn't someone think of this sooner? Designed to hang on any standard-size door in your home, the Cat Climber from SmartCat is the perfect choice for smaller homes or for those of you who don't want to swap an end table for a traditional cat tree. Now your cat can scratch, play, sleep, and exercise safely on this patented product. The climber is easily moved from door to door because of its spring loaded bracket system. The natural sisal post (like the sisal on the SmartCat™ Ultimate Sisal Cat Scratching Post 32") is ideal for scratching. Made of durable wood, the climber will withstand years of use. Perches only available in color shown in photo, and all perches are 17" x 8.5" x 1"-thick. "I have three in my house, one for each cat," says designer Angela Moser. “Our cats love it when we move them around the house, it’s like a new adventure for them."

Features and Benefits:

Rigid construction for years of use Patented technology Easy assembly & disassembly Provides hours of entertainment Great source of exercise Enhances home décor Space saving - hooks on any standard-size door 78-82" High ... Weighs 29 lbs.

Why do cats scratch?

To remove old nail sheaths from the claws To exercise and tone muscles To relieve stress, frustration and boredom To "warm up" for a vigorous play session To mark territory

SmartCat™ Training Tips:

Place the scratching post/climber in a room where your cat spends a lot of time. Cats often like to stretch and scratch when they wake up from a nap. To introduce the post/climber to your cat(s), try using catnip as a lure. (For most cats, a lure is unnecessary, but fun.) Rub catnip onto the sisal material and call your cat(s) over to the post/climber. Scratch your nails along the surface of the material. This will attract your cat(s) and at the same time teach him/her where to scratch. After your cat(s) begins to scratch, praise him/her and give him/her a food treat. (Small kittens can be trained to climb up different levels by showing them food treats and placing some on different levels.) If your cat has already been scratching a piece of furniture, temporarily cover the previously scratched areas with a few strips of double-sided carpet tape or clear double-sided tape strips that are designed for this purpose. This will help redirect your cat's scratching activities to the post/climber. Most cats are easily trained but if your cat is the exception, please see catsinternational.org for free behavior counseling. SmartCat™ Ultimate Sisal Cat Scratching Post is recommended by Cats International.

Important Note about declawing:

Scientific journals refer to declawing as "elective mutilation". It is an amputation of the cat's toes comparable to the removal of the human finger at the first knuckle. It handicaps the cat physically, socially and psychologically for the rest of its life, predisposing the cat to certain temperament and behavior problems such as shyness, biting and litter box avoidance. By regularly trimming your cat's nails and offering a suitable scratching target you are providing a natural outlet for normal, healthy behavior and you will be rewarded with a content and confident companion.