The instinct to scratch is hard-wired into cats. Cats scratch to mark territory promote healthy nail growth tone muscles and to help alleviate stress. The SmartyKat Scratch Scroll Sisal & Carpet Scratcher is a perfect balance of fashion and function. Cats go head-over-heels for the variety of scratching surfaces and angles. Attached feather toy adds to the fun. You will love the Scratch Scroll both for its sculptural good looks and for its effectiveness as a furniture saving scratch alternative SmartyKat toys beds and scratchers are designed to meet the needs of your cat: Exercise Hunt Stimulation Interaction Scratch and Comfort without forgetting about FUN! Kids and pets often share the same space in the home and will have access to each other’s toys. That is why we design products to meet child safety standards; ensuring kids in the home are safe whether they are two-footed or four-pawed! We utilize recycled and sustainable materials wherever possible. Please read all packaging instructions warnings and cautions upon receipt. Packaging may contain small parts discard after opening.