Ando had a chance to review the Scratch ‘n Sniff live catnip scratching post for himself (thank you to Scratch ‘n Sniff for sending us one to test), and he gives it two paws up! First, Ando is a fairly large dude, weighing in at just over 15 lbs., and the Scratch ‘n Sniff definitely stands up to all of his scratching and rubbing — which he did a lot of as soon as he got a whiff of the fresh catnip plant inside the tower. The Scratch ‘n Sniff comes with a grow-your-own catnip plant kit, or you can purchase a fresh catnip plant at your local pet supply store and place it inside. Ando really enjoyed poking his nose and paws between the bars (the whole paw can’t get between the bars), trying desperately to get at the catnip. Since the plant was just slightly out of reach it kept him engaged and attracted him to scratch on the durable sisal covered sides of the scratcher.
The Scratch ‘n Sniff scratching post is very well constructed with a durable finish that is easy to clean. It is the perfect height, measuring 24 inches tall, and it has a sturdy base that prevents it from tipping over when overzealous, catnip-crazed kitties throw their bodies at it. Also, the little “cage” that keeps the plant inside closes securely so little paws can’t open it on their own. I’m very impressed with this product!
BONUS GIVEAWAY! ENTER TO WIN!
The folks at Scratch ‘n Sniff are offering a catnip scratcher to one lucky reader! To enter, please leave a comment on this post. The winner will be chosen in a random drawing and announced on March 22, 2011. One entry per person. Due to shipping costs, this giveaway is open only to addresses in the US and Canada.
March 16th, 2011 at 9:14 am
Love it! my cat would figure out how to be inside the cage in less than a minute, but it’s a beautiful scratcher!
March 16th, 2011 at 9:35 am
My kitties would love this!
March 16th, 2011 at 9:35 am
My babies will frak out over this!!! I love it
March 16th, 2011 at 9:40 am
Oooh, my new baby would love this! Keeping our paws crossed that we win!
March 16th, 2011 at 9:41 am
What a great idea. My kitties are such catnip addicts, they would love this!
March 16th, 2011 at 9:46 am
The design is lovely. Nicely done.
March 16th, 2011 at 9:48 am
How cute!! And smart!!
March 16th, 2011 at 9:49 am
What an interesting concept! Dori will love it!!
March 16th, 2011 at 9:51 am
Our current scratching post has seen better days, but this would be a great replacement! my cats go crazy for catnip, and i love that because it’s a live plant there’s no mess to clean up (my kitties roll in the dried stuff and it somehow always ends up in our bed!)
March 16th, 2011 at 9:58 am
My guy Zane would love this! Not only does he love catnip, but he is a sisal-holic!
March 16th, 2011 at 10:10 am
Brilliant concept! A cat scratching post that will keep my Slice interested for more than 2 seconds (he has a very short attention span). We’re crossing our paw fingers to win the giveaway!
March 16th, 2011 at 10:11 am
My cat loves fresh capnip.
March 16th, 2011 at 10:20 am
oh this is marvelous!! Smoky would be enchanted!
March 16th, 2011 at 10:21 am
What an awesome idea!
March 16th, 2011 at 10:21 am
I’d love to win this for my kitty to help him get accustomed to our new condo!
March 16th, 2011 at 10:22 am
oh how P would love this wonderful device.
March 16th, 2011 at 10:49 am
Very nice combination! Would love to win one for my three cats.
March 16th, 2011 at 10:53 am
my fantastic four would love trying to break into the catnip (I’ve got my money on the cats!)
March 16th, 2011 at 10:56 am
This looks like a great product–I’d love to have one.
March 16th, 2011 at 10:57 am
Oh, that’s awesome!
March 16th, 2011 at 10:57 am
my cats are high on life…but they would sure enjoy this!
March 16th, 2011 at 11:05 am
Very John Waters’ Polyester.
March 16th, 2011 at 11:07 am
Audrey would love to see if her paws will fit! Her fave scratching surface is vertical and sisal!
March 16th, 2011 at 11:19 am
The Mugster would love this!
March 16th, 2011 at 11:21 am
Great idea, wonderful design! My kitties would love it!
March 16th, 2011 at 11:35 am
What a good idea!
March 16th, 2011 at 11:39 am
cool! love it!
March 16th, 2011 at 11:49 am
My two cats looove catnip nip but have only ever been exposed to the dried kind. They would go crazy for this!
March 16th, 2011 at 11:51 am
What a great idea! My kitties would love this!
March 16th, 2011 at 11:54 am
What a wonderful design to protect the plant while my kitties enjoying it!
March 16th, 2011 at 12:10 pm
What a cool idea!
March 16th, 2011 at 12:12 pm
What a cool product. This would keep our female cat occupied for hours, which would be a great thing.
March 16th, 2011 at 12:31 pm
Tonka LOVESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS deh nip. This would be the ultimate kitty scratcher.
March 16th, 2011 at 12:32 pm
Quimby Jones’ winterweight is just over 17lbs,looks great and sturdy enough to hold up to the BIG KITTIES! Nice work!!!!!!
March 16th, 2011 at 12:56 pm
Awesome idea! So want to win one!
March 16th, 2011 at 12:56 pm
Great idea!
March 16th, 2011 at 1:21 pm
wow, gotta have one of these! fingers (and paws) are crossed
March 16th, 2011 at 1:24 pm
I’m in. Our puss is a catnip junkie, so I’m sure this would be a hit. Maybe he’d even stop scratching the carpet on the stairs?
March 16th, 2011 at 2:02 pm
my cats would go crazy over that
March 16th, 2011 at 2:34 pm
My cats are not so clever, so I think this will keep them going for hours.
March 16th, 2011 at 2:56 pm
Cats would love this.
Michelle Karmozyn
March 16th, 2011 at 3:02 pm
I think Lennie and Ed would love this scratching post!
March 16th, 2011 at 4:03 pm
This is a great idea! I also love that it can stand up to big kitties, 3 of mine are.
March 16th, 2011 at 4:11 pm
nice idea. would love to win!
March 16th, 2011 at 4:19 pm
what a tease — Heidi Cat would be amused for hours!
March 16th, 2011 at 5:35 pm
such a great way to keep them from killing the plant!!
Love it!
March 16th, 2011 at 5:43 pm
Love it! Please count me in.
March 16th, 2011 at 5:56 pm
My kitties and I are moving, and this would be a wonderful distraction for them while they adjust to our new home. Plus it’s really cool!
March 16th, 2011 at 5:57 pm
This is amazing! My cats would love it.
March 16th, 2011 at 6:18 pm
Putting a plant protector in is such a great idea!