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Scratching post question
What is the lifespan of a scratching post? I've had George since
September and while the post itself is in good shape, the base is becoming all frayed with the rope loosening off of the base. Should I start cutting the rope at base or will this unravel the whole thing. Any information would be appreciated. Just a guy and his cat. |
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"Just a guy and his cat" wrote in message ... What is the lifespan of a scratching post? I've had George since September and while the post itself is in good shape, the base is becoming all frayed with the rope loosening off of the base. Should I start cutting the rope at base or will this unravel the whole thing. Any information would be appreciated. If there is still stuff left to scratch on I would leave it alone and just rub catnip on it from time to time then replace it when it is really shredded. They like it torn up. I think the fraying is only worrying you. |
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"Just a guy and his cat" wrote in message ... What is the lifespan of a scratching post? I've had George since September and while the post itself is in good shape, the base is becoming all frayed with the rope loosening off of the base. Should I start cutting the rope at base or will this unravel the whole thing. Any information would be appreciated. If there is still stuff left to scratch on I would leave it alone and just rub catnip on it from time to time then replace it when it is really shredded. They like it torn up. I think the fraying is only worrying you. |
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cat at wrote on 11/7/04 12:14 PM: What is the lifespan of a scratching post? I've had George since September and while the post itself is in good shape, the base is becoming all frayed with the rope loosening off of the base. Should I start cutting the rope at base or will this unravel the whole thing. Any information would be appreciated. Just a guy and his cat. I've seen posts completely frizzled before people replace them. Mine get slight wear as Pearl aside (she loves to really tear into them) Sugar and Grant are "light" clawers. If you see anything that might cause trouble if ingested, cut it off. Otherwise, it's your call when it is "worn out". |
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"Just a guy and his cat" wrote in message ... What is the lifespan of a scratching post? I've had George since September and while the post itself is in good shape, the base is becoming all frayed with the rope loosening off of the base. Should I start cutting the rope at base or will this unravel the whole thing. Any information would be appreciated. The more worn the better - as long as the post is sturdy and doesn't wobble. Here's and excerpt about old and tattered scratching posts by Dr. Nicholas Dodman, Professor of Behavioral Pharmacology and Director of the Behavior Clinic at Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine: "Many owners change a scratching post when it is old and tattered. This is dead wrong, as shredding indicate frequent use and that is exactly what you want. Half the fun cats experience from a scratching post derives from getting their claws stuck in the material and leaving wispy threads as testimony of their erstwhile presence. More than one post is usually preferred, perhaps one for each high-traffic area of the house. Different kinds of scratching posts will provide different challenges, so owners can profitably get quite creative. A large log (with bark) is apparently lots of fun and especially good for those conditioning functions. " You can read the entire article he http://maxshouse.com/understanding_scratching.htm I have 14 posts, trees and condos - not counting turbo scratchers and wedge cardboard scratchers for my five fabulous female felines that all look like hell but my cats love them - that's what's important to me. The only time I'll throw one out is when it actually falls apart. Buy another post but keep the old one - your cats will be much happier. Good luck. Phil |
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"Just a guy and his cat" wrote in message ... What is the lifespan of a scratching post? I've had George since September and while the post itself is in good shape, the base is becoming all frayed with the rope loosening off of the base. Should I start cutting the rope at base or will this unravel the whole thing. Any information would be appreciated. The more worn the better - as long as the post is sturdy and doesn't wobble. Here's and excerpt about old and tattered scratching posts by Dr. Nicholas Dodman, Professor of Behavioral Pharmacology and Director of the Behavior Clinic at Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine: "Many owners change a scratching post when it is old and tattered. This is dead wrong, as shredding indicate frequent use and that is exactly what you want. Half the fun cats experience from a scratching post derives from getting their claws stuck in the material and leaving wispy threads as testimony of their erstwhile presence. More than one post is usually preferred, perhaps one for each high-traffic area of the house. Different kinds of scratching posts will provide different challenges, so owners can profitably get quite creative. A large log (with bark) is apparently lots of fun and especially good for those conditioning functions. " You can read the entire article he http://maxshouse.com/understanding_scratching.htm I have 14 posts, trees and condos - not counting turbo scratchers and wedge cardboard scratchers for my five fabulous female felines that all look like hell but my cats love them - that's what's important to me. The only time I'll throw one out is when it actually falls apart. Buy another post but keep the old one - your cats will be much happier. Good luck. Phil |
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Just a guy and his cat wrote in message . ..
What is the lifespan of a scratching post? I've had George since September You named your scratching post. That's sweet. A scratching post is worn out when your cat wears the pole right through such that the top half falls over and beans said cat on the noggin. At that point you get a new post and cat. But! A serious comment - if you have a sisal or carpeted post, when these get very eroded, the staples that hold the sisal / carpet to the post can become exposed. Probably worth keeping a watch and pulling the exposed staples as needed. Steve. |
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Just a guy and his cat wrote in message . ..
What is the lifespan of a scratching post? I've had George since September You named your scratching post. That's sweet. A scratching post is worn out when your cat wears the pole right through such that the top half falls over and beans said cat on the noggin. At that point you get a new post and cat. But! A serious comment - if you have a sisal or carpeted post, when these get very eroded, the staples that hold the sisal / carpet to the post can become exposed. Probably worth keeping a watch and pulling the exposed staples as needed. Steve. |
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