One of the new products that I found at the the SuperZoo Pet Expo last month is the new eco-friendly pulp scratch lounger from Bergan Pet Products. As you can see, Ando is enjoying the lounger that Bergan sent us to test out. He approves.
This unique scratcher/lounger is made from paper pulp, like the kind of material egg crates are made of. It’s no wonder Ando loves the lounger, egg crates are one of his most favorite things! He loves to chew them to bits and shoot little pieces all over the place. Because of that, I was worried that he would immediately destroy the Bergan lounger, but he only took one little bite (he has to taste everything), then settled down to enjoy the curvy lounging surface. I think he has a little more respect for it that he would have for a plain old egg crate.
So there are some really exciting things about this product. First, it is the perfect size for the cats to sit on (as Ando demostrates) and the textures seem to be really attractive to cats. Second, it is an extremely eco-friendly product. The paper pulp is made from 100% postconsumer waste, which, according to Bergan, is “fiber from paper that has been used for its intended end purpose, including office waste paper, magazines, and newsprint.” Did you know that forty percent of garbage is paper? That’s a lot of material that can be diverted from the landfill to make these scratchers! And Bergan assures us that the scratcher/lounger is made using no harmful glues or chemicals. And finally, another super-terrific thing about this product — it’s $9.99! I’m not sure they are going to be able to make these fast enough.
I think the natural eco-friendly texture of paper pulp and the simple lines of the scratcher/lounger would fit in nicely with any decorating style, especially an eco-chic mod interior. At this price, even if the cats shred the thing in a couple of months, it’s easy to toss it in the recycling bin and get a replacement.
UPDATE: Now available from Amazon for just $9.99.
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But have no fear, I’ve got not one, but FIVE Bergan pulp scratch loungers to giveaway! Please leave a comment on this post with your thoughts on the new pulp lounger and you’ll be entered to win. Five winners will be chosen in a random drawing on October 19 and notified via email. This giveaway is limited to addresses in the US and Canada.
October 12th, 2009 at 10:14 pm
lookin’ gooood
October 12th, 2009 at 10:18 pm
I think my cat would love that. He loves to lounge!
October 12th, 2009 at 10:25 pm
Super-neat idea! Love that it’s recyclable and biodegradable when Mr. Mews is done with it.
October 12th, 2009 at 10:35 pm
Hi there! The scratcher looks really nice in the pix. Though I wonder how long it will last…and how much of it would end up in bits and pieces around the house!
October 12th, 2009 at 10:42 pm
I need a lounge chair like that! yaya!
October 12th, 2009 at 11:21 pm
Looks great! We have Bergan cat carriers so these must be equally as good.
October 12th, 2009 at 11:22 pm
I think all three of my kitties would love this. Kitties do love to lounge!
October 12th, 2009 at 11:49 pm
Fun… for that price you could buy a few just to have backups when the kitties chew them up. I’d love a free one to start
October 12th, 2009 at 11:58 pm
Two in one. Awesome! Our cats would love these.
October 13th, 2009 at 12:28 am
great idea!
October 13th, 2009 at 1:35 am
Wow that lounger/scratcher sounds just like what my cats need! Their old scratching thingy is about ready for the trash as bits of carpet come off constantly now. I am on a very limited income (disability) so I have been holding off on buying a new one for my fur babies.
October 13th, 2009 at 1:49 am
My kitty Lump would do what he does best and nap over the big hump on this sweet lounger. If there’s something for him to sleep draped awkwardly over, he’s there.
October 13th, 2009 at 2:49 am
Aw, that’s cute!
October 13th, 2009 at 3:29 am
A nice ecofriendly addition to my massive collection of recycled cardboard scratchers
October 13th, 2009 at 3:57 am
I can’t decide if my cats would love this or eat it immediately. Knowing them, they’d probably try to tear a hole in it and sit inside. >_<
October 13th, 2009 at 3:59 am
i love when companies are able to make green products, especially at such a low price. great job!
October 13th, 2009 at 4:19 am
Neat idea and I’m actually surprised it’s not as expensive as I expected it to be! My cat would love this.
October 13th, 2009 at 4:20 am
This is so cool. Love that it is recycled from paper products.
October 13th, 2009 at 4:23 am
Wow – that is awesome – i might have to get a few for my 3 babies!
October 13th, 2009 at 4:29 am
love the wave form to it, what could be more relaxing to lounge on than a comfy wave!
October 13th, 2009 at 4:50 am
This looks like some thing my Paulie would really love. Anything that is cardboard or cardboard-like is a big hit with her!
October 13th, 2009 at 5:10 am
Alice would love a lounger in her palace.
October 13th, 2009 at 5:16 am
I love this product! The fact that it’s 100% recycled and it’s so cheap! Plus I love your kitty.. my Leo looks just like him : )
October 13th, 2009 at 5:16 am
Great idea!
October 13th, 2009 at 5:25 am
Let the King of the Hill battles begin! Love it.
October 13th, 2009 at 5:27 am
Oh yeah, that would be a huge hit here.
October 13th, 2009 at 5:31 am
Ooooh! WANT!
October 13th, 2009 at 5:42 am
Oh that looks awesome! Much cooler than the crusty cat bed she likes to sleep in
October 13th, 2009 at 5:50 am
That looks really nice. I wonder how long it will last.
My kitten loves to chew! Thanks.
October 13th, 2009 at 5:51 am
Looks great! My cats will love it.
October 13th, 2009 at 5:53 am
This would be much more attractive than the cardboard trays currently spread around the flat for lounging stations.
October 13th, 2009 at 6:01 am
So awesome! Eco-friendly and cat friendly too! My cats would love this!
October 13th, 2009 at 6:03 am
Ooh, all my kitties would love this. They can sleep on it in the sun and also launch sneak attacks from it!
October 13th, 2009 at 6:11 am
Ooooooo, I likeee!
October 13th, 2009 at 6:16 am
Love the shape of this. Will keep an eye out for it in the pet supply store!
October 13th, 2009 at 6:17 am
Bodhi’s always trying to sharpen her claws on my filing cabinets, but this would be much more kitty appropriate. And she’s an eco-friendly kitty, so she’d be doubly happy.
October 13th, 2009 at 6:18 am
I do wonder about the lasting power and the mess, but it does look like fun and good lounging for cats. I’d love to try one!
October 13th, 2009 at 6:25 am
I think my cat would adore this! She can’t get enough of cardboard, paper, and other scratchy stuff…and of course, like all cats, she, too, loves to lounge
Thanks for bringing this to us!
October 13th, 2009 at 6:32 am
Very cute!
October 13th, 2009 at 6:32 am
Great idea for an eco-friendly piece of pet furniture! I know my cats would love it.
October 13th, 2009 at 6:43 am
Mischa might actually use that!
October 13th, 2009 at 6:44 am
My kitties would love it!!!!
October 13th, 2009 at 6:47 am
Looks comfy – decent pricing, eco-friendly. All round great product, can’t wait for it to be in stores. (Although, just because I like it, doesn’t always mean the Furry Overlords do)
October 13th, 2009 at 6:51 am
wow this looks fantastic. I have scratcher now that they can sit on, but it is seriously old. and I have been looking for something to replace it, but never found anything similar. This is a like a bigger and better version. love it.
October 13th, 2009 at 6:54 am
I know all 3 of our cats would love this. It would probably end up
causing an entertaining battle to see who would claim it as their own.
October 13th, 2009 at 7:03 am
I think this is a great, eco-friendly idea!
October 13th, 2009 at 7:04 am
Yay, count me in…five whole chances
October 13th, 2009 at 7:04 am
Our cats adore lounging around on their cardboard scratchers, this looks like an awesome eco-happy alternative! Would LOVE to try one out!
October 13th, 2009 at 7:04 am
Cute! I do wonder how long it’ll take for the beasts to destroy it, but I love a good challenge.
October 13th, 2009 at 7:04 am
I love this idea, anything recycled and eco friendly is awesome!