i want to purchase this and i have 2 cats... they like to "scratch" at everything... could they scratch thru material easily, thxs?
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Yes they could - it's paper. Quite sturdy but cats claws could easily damage it if they are persistent.
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Yes, the cats would destroy this. I was looking for a divider to just keeping a cat out of a room that like to claw up the furniture and piss it up. Only lasted 3 days and cat found a way to climb it. Other than that, it was a nice looking divider before the cat got to it. Trading in this cat for a dog.
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You cats may push this screen over if they start scratching on this screen. I would not recommend if you have cats OR like the cat behaviorist recommends, put a scratching post in front of the place where they like to scratch so they won't scratch a piece of furniture.
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The rice paper is very fragile. On the other hand, I have moved it a handful of times trying to get the screen in an aesthetically pleasing position and it's held up pretty well. Cats have a mind of there own though. Hope this helps.
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I wouldn't order this if you have cats. The material would be too fragile as a scratching post.
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If kitties like to scratch I believe they may damage this screen quite easily. Try a solid screen.
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I think it depends on your cat. When mine was a kitten he could still puncture through it - it just depended on how ornery he was feeling. But he was definitely less inclined to do so with this covering, so it might work as a deterrent. Now as an adult he avoids the covered ones completely, and he does still go for some of the uncovered ones.
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Our does eats other softer beds and is a moderate scratcher. The fabric seems durable in that it is stretched in order to assemble the bed (difficult assembly due to the fabric top needing to be stretched to fit the frame). We have found the bed to be durable and I feel confident that the bed would prove to be durable for a scratcher. In fact, I have not found any other fabric more durable than this. I hope this helps and good luck.
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That's a personal decision. My cat also still "kneads" at things with the difference being her claws are blunt and don't penetrate anything. If your cat is trained to only "knead" on the scratching posts you may want to keep a post or two to maintain that training. Another point also made by another responder: I don't check my cats claws daily so when I hear her scratch something it is a good reminder that she needs one or more claws replaced.
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I don't have cats but the design is simple and it does cover the whole lower half of the door area. it's hard plastic though so i'm not sure the cat will scratch at it but it should at least protect your door from being scratched up. For the price it's kind of a no brainer.
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My cats have scratched the poles that connect the platforms so badly that mine is broken too. Because the poles are just super-heavy-duty cardboard under the carpeting that's just stapled on, over time and with enough tiny talons, the poles can be shredded right through. So, this is not an answer to your question, unfortunately (and I'm sorry!) but perhaps it's a caveat to others that these Catcraft climbing trees are only $40 for a reason.... I've bought two and same thing happened with both, so I probably won't buy another; that said, I have a multiple-cat household so maybe someone with just one or two cats would experience more longevity with the product. Sorry I can't be of more help. My cats have scratched the poles that connect the platforms so badly that mine is broken too. Because the poles are just super-heavy-duty cardboard under the carpeting that's just stapled on, over time and with enough tiny talons, the poles can be shredded right through. So, this is not an answer to your question, unfortunately (and I'm sorry!) but perhaps it's a caveat to others that these Catcraft climbing trees are only $40 for a reason.... I've bought two and same thing happened with both, so I probably won't buy another; that said, I have a multiple-cat household so maybe someone with... » Read More My cats have scratched the poles that connect the platforms so badly that mine is broken too. Because the poles are just super-heavy-duty cardboard under the carpeting that's just stapled on, over time and with enough tiny talons, the poles can be shredded right through. So, this is not an answer to your question, unfortunately (and I'm sorry!) but perhaps it's a caveat to others that these Catcraft climbing trees are only $40 for a reason.... I've bought two and same thing happened with both, so I probably won't buy another; that said, I have a multiple-cat household so maybe someone with just one or two cats would experience more longevity with the product. Sorry I can't be of more help. « Show Less
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Not cat proof. I think a cat could easily perforate the plastic as it isn't very thick. Without plastic, they could easily climb and lay on it.
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It would not be cat-scratch proof. It is covered in material that would be very easy to be picked by cat claws.
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We have cats and their claws will scratch the leather I know. We cover them with blankets when not using them.
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Not a lot luck with that, our cat does not normally scratch the posts on this tree. However our cat does not scratch very much as all, because every time she makes an attempt we have a spray bottle with water in it to deter her from doing such things. Just a spray and the cat will be out of there like there's no tomorrow. Now all we have to do it point the spray bottle at her and she runs.
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The carpet is thick & medium pile & professionally chosen for active cats, but my kitty no longer digs into carpet on her tree. She has had it a few years now & it is like brand new, but this carpet is especially chosen for active cats & I think you cannot choose a better tree. I have no idea how scratchy your cats are, but rest assured that you cannot find a better product all around. The carpet is medium pile & cat proof. You can see my review here in the product reviews. You can purchase knowing this is the very best on the market place.
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My cat is 5 months old. He loves the cat tree. He does not scratch on the faux fur, he scratches on the rope around the poles. My older cat only lays in the large box with two holes. She doesn't scratch at all.
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Yeah my cat scratched all over it and its fine. Very solid like a tablet. Its would be almost impossible to scratch it
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I would not say that this material is cat proof. It does seem pretty tough but it would not stand up to claws. It is like a tent material but if the cats are going to be climbing it on a regular basis I would definitely say that it would tear over time
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It does seem like it would hold up for a while, as the wood is finished and maybe lacquered even, but if the scratching material is soaked through it might not hold up as well and possibly parts of the wood internally would eventually get water damaged as well as they are probably not finished. Maybe try a cheaper option like a door handle hanging version, put cat nip on it or instead of hanging it (my cats didn't like when it moved) tape it or somehow secure it lower by where they claw. Also maybe cheap corrugated cardboard might work to block damage, although if it's an uncovered area that won't hold up much in rain either... It does seem like it would hold up for a while, as the wood is finished and maybe lacquered even, but if the scratching material is soaked through it might not hold up as well and possibly parts of the wood internally would eventually get water damaged as well as they are probably not finished. Maybe try a cheaper option like a door handle hanging version, put cat nip on it or instead of hanging it (my cats didn't like when it moved) tape it or somehow secure it lower by where they claw. Also maybe cheap corrugated cardboard might work to block damage, although if it's an uncovered area... » Read More It does seem like it would hold up for a while, as the wood is finished and maybe lacquered even, but if the scratching material is soaked through it might not hold up as well and possibly parts of the wood internally would eventually get water damaged as well as they are probably not finished. Maybe try a cheaper option like a door handle hanging version, put cat nip on it or instead of hanging it (my cats didn't like when it moved) tape it or somehow secure it lower by where they claw. Also maybe cheap corrugated cardboard might work to block damage, although if it's an uncovered area that won't hold up much in rain either... « Show Less
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Ur right, the cats don't scratch on the "fur" but they like the string. One of my cats loves to scratch on it and doesn't cract on the couch anymore, but my other kitten still scratches on the couch some. He uses the condo to scratch on too. But they both love to perch on the top post and they love the little mouse toy that hangs from one of the post. They do love the condo. They climb on it all the time and sleep in it too.
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My cats do scratch on the posts of the tree but I also keep other things around for them to scratch on just to give them a variety so they will not feel the need to mark their territory on our chairs, walls, or couches. I would also recommend putting cat nip on the things that you want them to be attracted to. Hope this helped. :)