Cats need to whet their claws to prevent them from breaking or splitting. Scratching posts are essential for your cats to feel like they've groomed to a level of comfort. Cat scratching posts also protect your furniture and carpets from the natural scratching habit of your cat - using a scratching post will immediatly divert your cats attention to it, and away from your furniture, as it provides a more satisfactory result than your couch! Suitable for cats of all ages.