Priroda Clown D02 scratching post is a simple, versatile brown scratching post from the Ukrainian brand Priroda. According to the manufacturer, adult cats and kittens will love it: they can play, stretch and sharpen their claws without damaging furniture. The post is wrapped in sisal, a strong natural fibre, so it lasts. Two pom-poms on cords keep your cat entertained, and two pets can play together. The post is stable, and the manufacturer highlights a wide choice of colours and a versatile shape that suits any interior. Materials: chipboard, faux fur and sisal. The base is 36×36 cm and the height 70 cm.
Why a cat needs a post
Scratching is a natural need: cats renew their claws, stretch their muscles and leave scent marks. A vertical post is ideal — the cat stretches up and drags its claws firmly down the sisal. Without one, it will choose the sofa, a door frame or wallpaper. How to train your cat: how to teach a cat to use a scratching post.
Key specs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | scratching post |
| Base | 36×36 cm |
| Height | 70 cm |
| Toys | 2 pom-poms on cords |
| Materials | chipboard, faux fur, sisal |
| Colour | brown |
| Brand | Priroda, Ukraine |
Pros
- Simple and versatile. Suits any interior.
- Sisal wrapping. Strong and long-lasting.
- Two pom-poms. Two cats can play.
- Stable. According to the manufacturer.
- Compact. A 36×36 cm base.
- For kittens and adult cats.
Cons
- No house or bed. Just a post and base.
- 70 cm tall. A large cat can't stretch fully.
- Pom-poms wear out. They'll need replacing.
- The fur base collects hair.
Which cats it suits
A 70 cm post suits kittens and medium-sized cats. Kittens will especially love the pom-poms, which make it easy to train them to the post from day one. Large cats that like to stretch to full length are better off with a taller post.
Where to put it
Place the post where your cat spends a lot of time or has tried to scratch: next to the sofa, at the entrance to a room or near its bed. Cats often scratch right after sleeping, so next to the bed is one of the best spots.
How to train your cat
Play with the pom-poms near the post — your cat will start hooking its claws into the sisal. Rub catnip on the post, and praise and reward your cat when it scratches here. If it scratches furniture, calmly carry it to the post.
Two pets
The manufacturer notes that two pom-poms let two cats play at once. Still, with several cats it's better to have several scratching posts in different rooms, so there's less competition and each cat has its own place.
A kitten in a new home
It's best to set up the post on the very first day a kitten arrives, so it learns straight away where scratching is allowed. The pom-poms help get the kitten interested. Put the post next to where it sleeps and play by the post a few times a day. Within a week or two the habit will stick.
If your cat scratches furniture
Don't scold your cat — it doesn't understand punishment. Put the post right next to the furniture it has chosen and temporarily cover that furniture with thick fabric. Every time your cat scratches the post, praise it and give a treat.
Materials and care
The chipboard base is covered in faux fur, and the post is wrapped in sisal. Remove hair from the fur with a brush or vacuum. If a pom-pom wears out or its cord starts to fray, remove it — your cat shouldn't swallow threads. Worn sisal can be rewrapped.
Other Priroda models
A similar post with a wide base and four pom-poms is the Priroda D04. If you need a house, see the Priroda D11. All posts are in the cat trees and scratching posts section.
Who it suits
Owners of kittens and medium-sized cats who want a simple, stable scratching post with toys and no extras.
Verdict
The Priroda Clown D02 is a 36×36×70 cm sisal-wrapped scratching post with two pom-poms on cords, made of chipboard, faux fur and sisal. The downsides are that there's no house or bed, it isn't tall enough for large cats, and the pom-poms wear out over time.
FAQ
What are the dimensions?
A 36×36 cm base and 70 cm height.
How many toys?
Two pom-poms on cords.
What is it made of?
Chipboard, faux fur and sisal.
Is there a house?
No, it's a post on a base.
Which cats is it for?
Kittens and medium-sized cats.
Is it stable?
Yes, according to the manufacturer.
What colour is it?
Brown.
