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title: "SmartCat Pioneer Pet Ultimate Scratching Post (Beige)"
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# 32" full-stretch height 16"x16" anti-tip base durable woven sisal fiber SmartCat Pioneer Pet Ultimate Scratching Post (Beige)

**Brand:** smartcat
**Price:** A$953
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🐾 Elevate your cat’s scratch game with the ultimate stretch & stability!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** SmartCat Pioneer Pet Ultimate Scratching Post (Beige) by smartcat
- **How much does it cost?** A$953 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.au](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/864823-smartcat-pioneer-pet-ultimate-scratching-post-beige)

## Best For

- smartcat enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted smartcat brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Sleek & Subtle:** Neutral beige tone blends seamlessly with modern home decor—style meets function.
- • **Effortless Setup:** Assembles quickly with just two screws—get your cat scratching in minutes, not hours.
- • **Sisal Over Carpet:** Fibrous sisal outlasts carpeted posts, preventing nail snagging and shredding mess.
- • **Stretch to Impress:** 32-inch height lets your cat fully stretch and tone muscles—no more half-hearted scratches.
- • **Rock-Solid Stability:** Generous 16x16 inch base eliminates wobble and tipping, so your cat stays confident and safe.

## Overview

The SmartCat Pioneer Pet Ultimate Scratching Post is a premium 32-inch tall post designed for cats to fully stretch and exercise. Featuring a sturdy 16x16 inch base to prevent tipping, it’s wrapped in durable woven sisal that outperforms carpeted alternatives. Easy to assemble with included screws and styled in a neutral beige, it’s a long-lasting, stylish solution that keeps cats engaged and furniture safe.

## Description

Product Description Cats need a scratching post that will allow them to get a full stretch. The 32-inch post height allows the cat to stretch vertically while using the post (important for territorial marking purposes and for toning muscles). desertcart.com The Ultimate Scratching Post Encourages the Mental & Physical Stimulation of Cats!Cats need a scratching post that will allow them to get a full stretch. This post is 32” high and is designed to maximize your cat’s scratching pleasure by providing an appealing target for territorial marking, exercise and natural cat exuberance. Product FeaturesDurable post allows cats to get a full stretch vertically and tone muscles.Fibrous woven sisal fiber is extremely durable and encourages scratching.Attractive and neutrally toned to fit any decor.Sturdy construction with 16” x 16” wide base reduces tipping and wobbling.Fast and easy assembly attaches the post to the base using the two screws included. 5 Reasons Cats ScratchTo remove old nail sheaths from the clawsTo exercise and tone musclesTo relieve stress, frustration and boredomTo “warm-up” for a vigorous play sessionTo mark territory

Review: Amazing Scratching Post! - I knew I needed to get my cat a great scratching post. She was scratching up all of our furniture and the scratching post she had was too small and just not very nice! After we placed an order for new furniture, we knew we had to get her a post that would stop all of her scratching! After doing extensive research, I found out what is really important in a scratching post is size, it must be big and tall so that the cat can stretch out. It must be sturdy, so the cat cannot easily knock it over, and it should have a favorable scratching material (sisal is preferable). Well, this post meets all of those criteria. So I bought two posts, this one - after finding this incredible deal on desertcart (29.99 with free prime shipping when I purchased), and a very expensive competitor post developed by a veterinarian. A small note on cost - buy this from desertcart! It is so much cheaper than at the pet stores, they cost upwards on 80 bucks at the pet stores, so stick with desertcart! Anyway, my cat likes this post better than the more expensive competitor and it truly is perfect! She no longer scratches any furniture at all, our new furniture looks perfect! When she wants to scratch, she goes straight to this post and scratches away, stretching out and fully enjoying herself. I never thought getting a good scratching post would solve her scratching problem, but it completely did! This was absolutely worth the investment. A few notes - you can buy a topper for this scratching post so that your cat has a comfy perch to sit on. It is small and red and does not look very comfortable. I recommend making your own! This is what I did and my cat absolutely loves it! I simply got a piece of wood (you can size however you wish, mine is a nice square fit to her size), added a piece of foam and upholstered fabric on top! If you want your cat to have a scratching post and a nice little perch, this is the way to go. My cat lays on her perch on top of this every single day. She loves scratching her post, and loves laying on top of it. I never thought she would love it more than her expensive trees but she absolutely does. Also, we attached a small toy to the post. There are numerous things you can do to make this even better for your cat, although it is perfectly fine on its own! In conclusion, this is a great scratching post and I cannot believe how cheap it is compared to others! It might just solve your problem if your cat wont stop scratching all your furniture! It absolutely solved mine. One more thing - my cat plays hard on this post and uses it multiple times a day. It has held up extremely well and has never once toppled over!
Review: Best scratching post I’ve ever bought - This is the best scratching post I’ve ever bought. I used to use the carpeted posts that cost around the same but they don't last. After a year the carpet is shredded and gets all over the place. This seems like it will hold up a lot longer. It took about a week for my cats to figure out what it was but once they did they use it all the time. It’s pretty tall so they can stretch out while scratching. The base is large so its not going to tip over and it looks nice too. I may get another one once my other old carpeted on finally falls apart. ## Edit 8/2018 ## I’ve had this scratching post for almost 2 years now and you can barely tell it’s been used. I ended up buying a second one and that’s in great shape too. The cats use them frequently and they do not fall apart. I expect this to last a few more years and maybe even longer. Very good quality for a very reasonable price. *Edit Dec 2020* These things are still in great shape. No signs of falling apart any time soon. These are the absolute best scratching posts I’ve ever bought and I’m replacing the cat condo that my cats destroyed within a year with one with the same type of sisal material. I am never buying a carpeted scratch post or condo again. Btw, These cost more now than my original purchase but I feel it’s still a fair price. The length these will last will pay for itself. **Edit January 2023** It’s been a good run but both of these are starting to fall apart and “shed”. The oldest one is in worse shape, but the newer one I can probably get the rest of the year out of. If I turn it around, maybe the cat will scratch the less worn parts? Like I’ve said. These are excellent scratching posts and hold up for a long time. The price is almost DOUBLE the price it was in 2016 and 2017 when I bought them last and that is absolutely ridiculous, even with inflation. So I won’t be buying these again unless the price drops considerably. I’ll add it to my cart and keep track of it. **Update Aug 2024** You can’t ask for a longer lasting scratching post, and mine are now 7 and 8 years old. I keep turning them around so the less worn part is showing because these are still priced too high. Im cheap (also known as broke) I’m not paying $50 each for a scratching post, but at least the price has come down some. Maybe next year. **Update May 2025** Well it’s next year and the price is currently $60 for something that was half the price when I originally bought it. At least it lasts a long time. 8-9 years old and they are finally at the end of their usable life. I’ve turned them around to the “good side” so many time trying to get every last drop of life out of these things but now they’re shedding and falling apart. The price is too high now, but they do last a long time. Kind of evens out I guess if you have to replace cheap carpeted scratching posts every year or so. I think I’ll have to look for something else. ** Update August 2025 ** Finally replaced one of these after what was it, 8 or 9 years. Last couple of years they were really showing their age. But lasted a long time. Still outrageously overpriced though.

## Features

- 32″ height allows cats to stretch fully and tone muscles
- Sturdy 16″ by 16″ base eliminates tipping and wobbling
- Fibrous and durable woven sisal naturally inspires scratching
- Superior to carpeted posts that may snag nail
- Assembles with two included screws

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B000634MH8 |
| ASIN  | B000634MH8 |
| Age Range Description | All Life Stages |
| Best Sellers Rank | #2,322 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #5 in Cat Scratching Posts |
| Brand Name | SmartCat |
| Breed Recommendation | Medium Breeds |
| Care Instructions | Hand Wash Only |
| Color | Beige |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (33,827) |
| Date First Available | September 29, 2004 |
| Date First Available  | September 29, 2004 |
| Department | Racks/Futons |
| Department  | Racks/Futons |
| Directions | Cats need a scratching post that will allow them to get a full stretch. This post is 32” high and is designed to maximize your cat’s scratching pleasure by providing an appealing target for territorial marking, exercise and natural cat exuberance. |
| Included Components | 2-Screws, Pioneer Pet Smartcat The Ultimate Scratching Post |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer  | No |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 6.3 x 6.3 x 12.6 inches |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 34.86 x 9.08 x 8.8 inches |
| Item Weight | 35.2 Ounces |
| Item model number | 3832 |
| Item model number  | 3832 |
| Manufacturer | SmartCat |
| Manufacturer  | SmartCat |
| Manufacturer recommended age  | 1 month and up |
| Material | Wood |
| Model Name | Scratching Post |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Product Dimensions  | 6.3 x 6.3 x 12.6 inches; 2.2 Pounds |
| Size | 16? x 16? |
| Specific Uses for Product | Scratching |
| Style | Modern |
| Target Audience Keyword | house-cats |

## Product Details

- **Breed Recommendation:** Medium Breeds
- **Material:** Wood
- **Product Dimensions:** 16"L x 16"W x 32"H
- **Recommended Uses For Product:** Indoor
- **Specific Uses For Product:** Scratching

## Images

![SmartCat Pioneer Pet Ultimate Scratching Post (Beige) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61LsnH5NpzL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Any chance it will stop cats from scratching my wallpaper off (presentedly protected by a make-shift fortress of chairs and tables.)**
A: I don’t have this particular post. but I have several posts scratchers etc for my cats. If they are scratching your furniture put package tape on it for a period of time; when you take it off make sure they do not see you as they may start again. The idea is for them to forget that area as they do not like the tape; so they just quit going to that particular spot.

**Q: Did anyone have any issues with it tipping over when the cat is scratching or just being unstable in general?  Thanks!**
A: I have 3 cats. One is a large stray I picked up in New York City. Big ole cat. About 20 lbs. He likes to use this thing as a jumping off point to get onto the top of our entertainment center and he scratches at it too. Never even tipped to the side. It’s very, very sturdy. I’m about to purchase my third. With three active and scratch-happy cats, this thing lasts about 1.5 years.

**Q: I've had mine airing outside for a week due to strong chemical odor - anyone else experience this? Would not let cats near it unless it clears up.**
A: Mine arrived today and yes, it has a strong chemical odor. I am sensitive to chemical smells and I can’t be around it and have placed it outside, just as the other reviewer did. If I can’t stand the smell, I am quite sure it is just as unappealing to my cats. Also it does not include any instructions for how to attach the base, which comes in two pieces and it isn’t readily apparent how to do this intuitively. I came back to their page to look for instructions and found none. So, without having had the opportunity to assemble and try it yet, I wouldn’t recommend this product for the above reasons. Two strikes against before even using it. Disappointing, considering the high cost of this product

**Q: will this post work for a cat who scratches on door frames?**
A: I think others have already answered your question, but I wanted to add that this thing lasts forever too! I bought it 6 years ago, we had 4-5 cats of our own plus several fosters for the first couple of years, then just 2 cats for the next 4. It is now getting frayed enough that I am wanting to replace it, but it is still in great condition overall. The top area get frayed more (little hairs of sisal that end up sticking out) because of how they stretch and scratch but it looks like what another cat tree wrapped in sisal might look like in 6-12 months. Speaking of other types of scratchers, that have a round post with sisal wrapped around it (instead of this weave pattern), my cats all loved that type more originally, but this post is their favorite thing in the work now. They love to sit on top of it as well.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing Scratching Post!
*by A***Y on April 23, 2014*

I knew I needed to get my cat a great scratching post. She was scratching up all of our furniture and the scratching post she had was too small and just not very nice! After we placed an order for new furniture, we knew we had to get her a post that would stop all of her scratching! After doing extensive research, I found out what is really important in a scratching post is size, it must be big and tall so that the cat can stretch out. It must be sturdy, so the cat cannot easily knock it over, and it should have a favorable scratching material (sisal is preferable). Well, this post meets all of those criteria. So I bought two posts, this one - after finding this incredible deal on amazon (29.99 with free prime shipping when I purchased), and a very expensive competitor post developed by a veterinarian. A small note on cost - buy this from amazon! It is so much cheaper than at the pet stores, they cost upwards on 80 bucks at the pet stores, so stick with amazon! Anyway, my cat likes this post better than the more expensive competitor and it truly is perfect! She no longer scratches any furniture at all, our new furniture looks perfect! When she wants to scratch, she goes straight to this post and scratches away, stretching out and fully enjoying herself. I never thought getting a good scratching post would solve her scratching problem, but it completely did! This was absolutely worth the investment. A few notes - you can buy a topper for this scratching post so that your cat has a comfy perch to sit on. It is small and red and does not look very comfortable. I recommend making your own! This is what I did and my cat absolutely loves it! I simply got a piece of wood (you can size however you wish, mine is a nice square fit to her size), added a piece of foam and upholstered fabric on top! If you want your cat to have a scratching post and a nice little perch, this is the way to go. My cat lays on her perch on top of this every single day. She loves scratching her post, and loves laying on top of it. I never thought she would love it more than her expensive trees but she absolutely does. Also, we attached a small toy to the post. There are numerous things you can do to make this even better for your cat, although it is perfectly fine on its own! In conclusion, this is a great scratching post and I cannot believe how cheap it is compared to others! It might just solve your problem if your cat wont stop scratching all your furniture! It absolutely solved mine. One more thing - my cat plays hard on this post and uses it multiple times a day. It has held up extremely well and has never once toppled over!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best scratching post I’ve ever bought
*by M***T on November 10, 2016*

This is the best scratching post I’ve ever bought. I used to use the carpeted posts that cost around the same but they don't last. After a year the carpet is shredded and gets all over the place. This seems like it will hold up a lot longer. It took about a week for my cats to figure out what it was but once they did they use it all the time. It’s pretty tall so they can stretch out while scratching. The base is large so its not going to tip over and it looks nice too. I may get another one once my other old carpeted on finally falls apart. ## Edit 8/2018 ## I’ve had this scratching post for almost 2 years now and you can barely tell it’s been used. I ended up buying a second one and that’s in great shape too. The cats use them frequently and they do not fall apart. I expect this to last a few more years and maybe even longer. Very good quality for a very reasonable price. *Edit Dec 2020* These things are still in great shape. No signs of falling apart any time soon. These are the absolute best scratching posts I’ve ever bought and I’m replacing the cat condo that my cats destroyed within a year with one with the same type of sisal material. I am never buying a carpeted scratch post or condo again. Btw, These cost more now than my original purchase but I feel it’s still a fair price. The length these will last will pay for itself. **Edit January 2023** It’s been a good run but both of these are starting to fall apart and “shed”. The oldest one is in worse shape, but the newer one I can probably get the rest of the year out of. If I turn it around, maybe the cat will scratch the less worn parts? Like I’ve said. These are excellent scratching posts and hold up for a long time. The price is almost DOUBLE the price it was in 2016 and 2017 when I bought them last and that is absolutely ridiculous, even with inflation. So I won’t be buying these again unless the price drops considerably. I’ll add it to my cart and keep track of it. **Update Aug 2024** You can’t ask for a longer lasting scratching post, and mine are now 7 and 8 years old. I keep turning them around so the less worn part is showing because these are still priced too high. Im cheap (also known as broke) I’m not paying $50 each for a scratching post, but at least the price has come down some. Maybe next year. **Update May 2025** Well it’s next year and the price is currently $60 for something that was half the price when I originally bought it. At least it lasts a long time. 8-9 years old and they are finally at the end of their usable life. I’ve turned them around to the “good side” so many time trying to get every last drop of life out of these things but now they’re shedding and falling apart. The price is too high now, but they do last a long time. Kind of evens out I guess if you have to replace cheap carpeted scratching posts every year or so. I think I’ll have to look for something else. ** Update August 2025 ** Finally replaced one of these after what was it, 8 or 9 years. Last couple of years they were really showing their age. But lasted a long time. Still outrageously overpriced though.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent scratching post
*by 5***E on December 25, 2025*

Fantastic scratching post!! I bought one, then quickly bought 2 more. Great for my adult cat. 1. IT DOES NOT SHED. At all. The fabric seems to be indestructible. 2. It's completely stable. Even with The Budlet hanging on it, he's never pulled it over. 3. It's discreet-- this scratching post can be partially hidden behind furniture, instead of being the focal point of the room like similar items. 4. It's completely portable. If the cat is scratching a particular corner of the couch, this post can be easily put in position temporarily as an alternative while the cat learns to use it. It's also easy to put out of sight when needed. I have no complaints about this scratching post.

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