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Cats like to scratch. They will not tear your sofa because they hate your taste in furniture. Scratching is an instinctive behavior. 

Cats need to stretch their body and bend their paws and feet. When they scratch, they can use the smell glands and visual scratches on their paws to mark their territory. Scratching can also make them fall off the dead skin of the claws.

Of course, the key is to give your cat a place that you all think is acceptable. We look for scratchers made from as many natural products as possible, including natural sisal rope, recycled paper products and wood.

Invite your cat to use the keyboard and see the best environmentally friendly scratchers.

This wall-mounted scratcher can provide ample space for your cat friends to stretch out. It comes in four sizes, with a stylish and concise design. This product uses South American sisal rope. According to the manufacturer, they look for the "whitest" natural sisal rope they can find and never bleach it. Once your cat has made a number on the sisal, you can purchase replacement cylinders for the pillars.

The scraper is very environmentally friendly. 79% of the aluminum is from recycled materials, and the packaging is made of 100% recycled materials. All aluminum, platforms, plates, shells and packaging are also recyclable, Catipilla has a paperless office

The main disadvantage is that because the company is located in the UK, it charges a lot of shipping costs to other countries.

Whether you just want to try a scratcher for your cat or want to put a bunch of scratchers in your home, this is a very economical choice. The SmartyKat hanging scratcher is made of recycled cardboard and can be recycled when your cat tears it up. You can put it on the floor or hang it on the door with a knob-style cardboard holder, although some cats will ignore knob-style scratchers that don’t provide a safe grip. The scraper is about 20 inches long and comes with catnip.

A statement on the company’s website stated that it was established on the principle that “environmentally responsible products should be as practical, affordable and fashionable as traditional products”, and promised to use “high-quality recycled, recycled, organic, and use as much as possible”. Sustainable materials."

This upright gripper has a tightly woven sisal rug on plywood and a strong and wide base, so if your cat is energetic when scratching, it is unlikely to tip over. It is 36 inches tall, so there is plenty of room for cats who really like stretching.

Because this scratch sticker has a stylish and modern design, you won't feel compelled to hide it in a corner. It has three soft earth colors: tan, brown and gray. The durable sisal is wiped clean with a lint roller.

If you don't want to permanently attach a scratching post to the wall, this is an ingenious solution. The Way Basics Vertical Scratcher sticks flat on the surface, allowing your cat to stretch for a long time while exerting its scratching instinct.

The environmentally friendly and sustainable scraper is made from a product called Z-board, which is composed of recycled paper products. It is non-toxic and does not contain formaldehyde or volatile organic compounds. The product comes with some organic catnip, in case you need help to lure the kitten to start scratching. If used properly, you can enjoy a lifetime warranty.

This sisal scraper is versatile. You can install it on the wall, hang it on the door, or support it on the floor. It is 24 inches tall and does not take up much space, but it is long enough for your cat to stretch and scratch.

Nubby sisal naturally stimulates scratching. Rubber feet prevent the column from sliding on the floor. This simple scraper can be used for many years before being replaced. Some cats even like to take a nap after violent scratching.

If you really want to splurge on your best friend, this is the place to start. This Etsy store has great ideas, using all natural materials, mainly solid wood and sisal rope. You can create floor trees and scratch posts with baskets or shelves for your cat to roost. There are 100% natural wool felt pads on the shelves.

You can use CatsCozySpace to propose almost any configuration. However, this store is located in Poland, so shipping costs are expensive, and it may take about two months to arrive after placing the order.

Handcrafted in Hardwick, Massachusetts, these solid cedar scratchers are a good choice for cats who like to dig their paws into solid wood. Basic and gorgeous, the column is a simple all-natural northern white cedar column, stable on a square base.

Natural cedar will crack with age. According to the manufacturer, this is normal and will not affect the integrity (or aesthetics) of the cat column.

The Catipilla Cat Scratcher (view on Etsy) is a sleek wall-mounted gripper made from South American sisal cord with easy-to-replace ink cartridges. If you don't want to fix something to the wall permanently, check out Way Basics' Vertical Scratcher Cat Toy made from recycled materials (check out Way Basics).

There are many scratchers made of plastic or carpet spun from synthetic fibers on the market. These are not the most environmentally friendly materials because they are usually made from fossil fuel by-products. Instead, look for natural or recycled materials. 

Sisal rope is commonly found in scrapers and comes from a plant native to South America. Similar to hemp, sisal can be grown without the use of pesticides or fertilizers and is fully biodegradable at the end of the product's useful life. Another sustainable option is recycled/recyclable cardboard.

If you find that your kitten is holding something that you want him or her not to damage, you may know what kind of material is attractive to your cat. Many cats like something rich in texture that allows paws to penetrate into it, but if you are not sure where to start, consider using a cheap cardboard option. 

If you have a large cat, you may need a larger scratcher, or consider installing the scratcher higher on the wall. On the other hand, you need to make sure that the scratch pad is not too tall for a smaller cat or kitten. 

To create this list, we studied scratch boards made of natural and recycled materials, while avoiding the use of plastic and synthetic fibers.

As the proud mother of the rescue dog, Mary Jo DiLonardo (Mary Jo DiLonardo) pet sits among all the cats nearby. For more than 25 years, Mary Jo has covered a wide range of topics, focusing on nature, pets, health, science, and anything that helps make the world a better place. She has worked at Treehugger for more than six years, which was formerly part of the Mother Nature network brand.

This article was edited by senior Treehugger editor Margaret Badore. She has a cat who likes to scratch cardboard like our budget choice. 

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