The cat scratching post is the most basic and quintessential cat accessory. Many owners might find that if they don't buy a cat scratching post their cats will make their own cat posts of the human furniture lying around the house. Scratching is part of a cat's natural behavior and they will always be looking for a place to exercise that instinct.
   A scratching post can be a simple log or tree bark from a garden or a cat post wound with sisal rope. Cat Scratching posts can also be embedded with catnip. Its best to try and avoid carpet covered cat scratchers and furniture, which may look and smell like your own carpet and harbor fleas.
   Scratching Posts should also be long enough in height to give your cat a good stretch. Try to give your cat a scratching post at least 20" in height. The post should have a stable base so that it won't topple over as your kitten grows.