Frisco Cactus Cat Scratching Post

Let me start out be saying I have 4 large cats, from 10 - 15+ pounds- the photo is the largest one, and I have a LOT of experience with cat trees/scratchers. This tree has a heavy bottom so it will not tip over with heavy use, and the main column is larger in diameter than the typical tree so they can really get a good grip on it. My big boy will even climb it to sit on top. The sisal is typical sisal, and becomes frayed with frequent use, but like with all my trees and condos, I expect to "re-sisal" it at some point. In the meantime, an occasional trimming makes it look tidy. My only gripe would be that the top portion of the cactus is a nubby cotton material, and not well attached where Let me start out be saying I have 4 large cats, from 10 - 15+ pounds- the photo is the largest one, and I have a LOT of experience with cat trees/scratchers. This tree has a heavy bottom so it will not tip over with heavy use, and the main column is larger in diameter than the typical tree so they can really get a good grip on it. My big boy will even climb it to sit on top. The sisal is typical sisal, and becomes frayed with frequent use, but like with all my trees and condos, I expect to "re-sisal" it at some point. In the meantime, an occasional trimming makes it look tidy. My only gripe would be that the top portion of the cactus is a nubby cotton material, and not well attached where it meets the sisal, so I had to re-glue it to the center column. But, being that nubby type of material (which is also on the base), it doesn't look crappy after a while like the carpeted ones sometimes do. That said, this is a great price for a really cute tree you can incorporate into your living area. … more

Friso has done it again! This scratcher is by far the easiest scratch post I have ever put together. No tools/fasteners required, three steps, just screw it in and done! And it’s SO STURDY! I have a BIG cat who scratches (his scratch posts) pretty aggressively and frequently and stand alone scratchers have not worked for me in the past. While the post is a little shorter than I would like, it is by far, the most sturdy, durable, and adorable stand alone scratcher I have purchased! And best of all my boy loves it and uses it over my furniture! Yay! This is why Frisco products have become mine and my feline friend’s favorite name brand!

My cats absolutely love this scratching post. I think it’s super cute, too. I bought one sometime last year, and my cats used it so much, I needed to replace it. As soon as we assembled the new one, one of them ran up to it and started clawing at it. The only “negative” is that the ball that hangs from the cactus sits so close to the scratching post part that it doesn’t really dangle, so they’re never interested in it. As far as a scratching post though, it’s great.

Lucy loves this thing and it didn't take much to get her to use it. She goes up to it and does her scratching, and there has yet to be an incident of her scratching furniture or people. The little ball attached also keeps her entertained while she goes about her nail filing business. It's sturdy, so even when she puts her whole weight on it, it doesn't tip in thr slightest. I like the shape since it's a nicer to look at than simpler scratching posts.

We bought this for the lobby of our clinic, as the clinic cat is a big fan of scratching posts in general. It's small, but that's a good thing. It fits quite nicely into our lobby decor, and clients think it's super cute. The cat also really enjoys it - especially since the top of the cactus is a different texture than the rest. Would buy again!

Our two cats have been clawing at the carpet in my husband's home office for a year. We've tried everything including multiple scratching posts. For some reason, this one has done the trick! Both cats have stopped clawing the carpet and go nuts for this cactus post instead. Highly recommend and will buy again after they shred it.

This is the second time purchasing this scratch post. We’ve had our first one for almost two years and only now is it really starting to show wear. Our two adult cats love this (31”) scratcher and use it constantly! The sisal rope is incredibly durable and the base is very sturdy (no toppling over like other look-alike versions). Plus, it’s not an ugly scratcher and actually looks cute in our living room. If you’re on the fence, get this scratcher!

My cats love these. I got both of them. I have eleven cats in the house , so I have a lot of cat furniture so they will not scratch my furniture . They are really excellent about using the post to scratch. They use them all day long.

My 2 cats did not use this scratching post at all. I put it in an area where they hang out for several days. Finally, after several weeks, I gave it to my sister who also has 2 cats. They do not use it either. My sister hung small Christmas ornament glass balls on it. The cats bat at the balls, but still don't use the scratching post. I don't get it! Bad design?

This is so cute & cool. Super easy assemble- just screw in two areas. As soon as I got it out of the box and assembled I sprayed it with catnip scent and my cat started playing with it right away. I wasn't sure my rescue cat would like it because I have only owned her for one month, but she took to this right away. Seems sturdy enough for some heavy duty playing.