Your cat is important to you, and you want to be able to offer her everything she needs to lead a long and happy life in your company. This makes you wonder – is a scratching post really necessary?

Your cat needs to keep her claws filed to a manageable length, and to rid herself of the outer portions of the claw that are no longer of use. She also needs to stretch in the way scratching offer her, and will feel the need to mark her territory by scratching and spreading her scent as well. This doesn’t necessarily mean she has to do this on a scratching post, but if one isn’t present your cat will need a suitable alternative. There are scratching mats, cat towers, and possibly items in your living space that can do the job as well as a scratching post. For more information, please contact your local vet Lafayette LA.