The instinct to scratch is hard-wired into cats, they scratch to mark territory and promote healthy nail growth as well as stretch and tone muscles and even alleviate stress. SmartyKat innovative cat scratchers offer various combinations of scratch surfaces and angles to please any cat and redirect natural scratching behavior away from furnishings. Carpet provides a particularly vigorous workout and is a scratch surface cats love. SmartyKat toys, beds and scratchers are designed for the needs of your cat: Exercise, Hunt, Stimulation, Interaction, Scratch and Comfort without forgetting about FUN! Innovation and your cat's need lead our design followed closely by safety and environmental concerns, our products are designed to child safety standards and we utilize environmentally friendly, sustainable materials wherever we can. All are backed by our 100% satisfaction guarantee, so pet parents can rest easy with SmartyKat products! Please read all packaging instructions, warnings and cautions upon receipt. Please read all packaging instructions, warnings and cautions upon receipt. Packaging contains small parts, discard after opening.