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  • Rubber feet provide stability and prevent slipping while on the floor
  • Versatile scratcher mounts on the wall, hangs over a door, or sits on the floor
  • Relieves cat's stress and helps tone muscle
  • Heavy-duty, built-to-last construction with quality workmanship
  • Fibrous and durable woven sisal naturally inspires scratching

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SmartCat Ultimate Scratching Post

  • 32-inch height allows cats to fully stretch
  • Sturdy 16 x 16 in. base for stability
  • Durable woven sisal encourages scratching
  • Won’t snag claws like carpeted posts
  • Includes screws and dowels for easy assembly
  • Base comes in two parts for shipping

Also Available in Gray

The Ultimate Scratching Post has a 32-in. post height, providing space for the full vertical stretch cats need—important for territorial marking and toning muscles. The two-piece base provides the post with extra stability and durability.

Ultimate Post Perch

Top the Ultimate Scratching Post with the SmartCat Ultimate Post Perch (sold separately). The perch slides securely into place to create a stable and comfortable platform. Cats love the elevated view for relaxing or surveying their surroundings.

Bootsie's Combination Scratcher

A durable scratching surface is essential for cats—it helps them tone their muscles, remove old nail sheaths from claws, and relieve stress. Bootsie’s Combination Scratcher is made from woven sisal—more durable than wound sisal—for years of use.

About SmartCat

Durable and stylish SmartCat scratching posts fit seamlessly into various styles of home decor. Made with the finest materials and workmanship, they’re built to remain attractive and useful for years to come.

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Questions & Answers

18 Customer Questions


Does the product smell like chemicals at all or does it smell natural/non-toxic?

Answer by ChewyApr 08, 2024
This scratcher is made of engineered wood treated with a water based varnish and the rope is sisal which is a natural fiber from a hardy plant. It should not have any smell.

Can you buy the replacement scratching area without buying the whole set up area?

Answer by ChewyMay 08, 2018
The Scratcher does not have a replacement scratching area sold separately.

What are the dimensions?

Answer by ChewyMar 11, 2024
This scratcher measures 24 inches long x 7 inches wide x 2.5 inches high.

Will this scratcher stay in place flat on the floor?

Answer by ChewyJul 15, 2024
This scratcher features rubber feet to eliminate sliding.

4.5
Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars
763 Ratings

Customers Mention

Chewy identifies key considerations with the help of artificial intelligence and our veterinarians.

Durability

87% Positive

Material

86% Positive

Size and Design

88% Positive

Stability

82% Positive

547 Customer Reviews



Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Lindy on Nov 2, 2025

Perfect replacement for disposable cardboard scratchers!

Switched our cats from cardboard scratchers to these because their nails weren’t getting enough wear with the cardboard and I can’t stand the mess. These are the

Switched our cats from cardboard scratchers to these because their nails weren’t getting enough wear with the cardboard and I can’t stand the mess. These are the perfect weight, our arthritic cats do well with having a stable, flat surface to stand on. The sisal has been doing the job without shedding pieces everywhere. Expecting these to last quite some time, a much better value than replacing cardboard every month or so. Our cats range from medium (~8 pounds) to tall and stocky (~13 pounds), and all three are able to use the scratcher without issue.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Regina on Dec 16, 2025

Amazed!

My senior kitty has been destroying my rugs and has refused all other scratching posts. This was in the home for less than two hours and she began using it and hasn’t

My senior kitty has been destroying my rugs and has refused all other scratching posts. This was in the home for less than two hours and she began using it and hasn’t stopped! I’m so thrilled and she seems really happy, too!


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Kevin on Sep 10, 2025

My cat loves it! On my 5th one.

My cat loves this scratcher! I mount it to the wall and he loves to stretch up and scratch. Then I'll put a toy at the top of the frame and he'll streeeeeetch to

My cat loves this scratcher! I mount it to the wall and he loves to stretch up and scratch. Then I'll put a toy at the top of the frame and he'll streeeeeetch to grab it down. Great game, lol. My only issue is that I wish there was a way to just buy replacement sisal for it somehow. I have kept the worn ones to try to repurpose but that's not working out really. Just hate to get rid of it each time. I do make a hole on the back on the opposite side of the original so I can flip it to make it last longer though.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Diana on Nov 26, 2025

Does not take up a lot of space

Our older cat was not scratching on a worn out pad. She went right to this and started scratching Does not shed and make a mess like other pads.

Our older cat was not scratching on a worn out pad. She went right to this and started scratching Does not shed and make a mess like other pads.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Lori on Dec 17, 2025

Sturdy and loved

Doesn't move while scratching with gusto! Myy cats even sleep on it they love it so much lol

Doesn't move while scratching with gusto! Myy cats even sleep on it they love it so much lol


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By DrJ on Aug 15, 2025

BEST SCRATCHER

I have had a couple of these - they mount easily to the wall...sadly - they WERE available at my local pet store (they carry lots of other products from the same

I have had a couple of these - they mount easily to the wall...sadly - they WERE available at my local pet store (they carry lots of other products from the same company) - for some reason, they just stopped carrying THIS years ago! so happy when I found that CHEWY carries them - they saved the day!


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Lynn on Aug 11, 2025

Well made and my kitty LOVES it!!

Purchased this cat scratching product and have it placed on the floor near the kitchen. This is her 2nd one; the first one I purchased back in 2014 for my two kitties

Purchased this cat scratching product and have it placed on the floor near the kitchen. This is her 2nd one; the first one I purchased back in 2014 for my two kitties that have passed on. It’s super sturdy and was also used by my neighbor’s cat who sneaks over every few days to take advantage of it!


Rated 4 out of 5 stars
By Tara on Aug 27, 2025

Built well

This is built well Super sturdy Looks good in our home. Not a cheaply built scratching post set. My girls have ZERO interest in using these. Have had it for under

This is built well Super sturdy Looks good in our home. Not a cheaply built scratching post set. My girls have ZERO interest in using these. Have had it for under a yr and they have never used it once. Its sad but also part of having cats


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By teresa on Dec 23, 2025

No Assembly

Both Ry and Minnie Love. It. I have one in each room

Both Ry and Minnie Love. It. I have one in each room


Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By Alicia on Jul 11, 2025

They don’t touch it, ever!

It sat for a long while because it has parts and it’s heavy! With a terminal illness and no help, I finally felt well enough to put it together. Neither cat will

It sat for a long while because it has parts and it’s heavy! With a terminal illness and no help, I finally felt well enough to put it together. Neither cat will touch it. Usually, without fail, I can scratch, pat, tap, or touch anything and they are on it immediately. This has been a waste of money.