New Product Alert:
Smart Products for SmartCats!

Cat Connection is pleased to offer products designed by cat behaviorists for cat's specific needs. SmartCat products are attractively designed, well constructed and – most importantly – made to keep your cat happy.

The Ultimate Scratching Post. Period.
Winner of the Cat Fancy 2004 Editor's Choice Award

Features and Benefits:

• Fibrous and durable sisal material naturally inspires scratching.
• Perfect for conditioning nails (superior to carpeting which snags nails and encourages scratching on other carpeted surfaces).
• Sturdy base eliminates wobbling and tipping which could discourage the cat from future attempts to use the post.
• The 32" post height allows the cat to stretch vertically while using the post (important for territorial marking purposes and for toning muscles).

• Fibrous and durable sisal material naturally inspires scratching.
• Perfect for conditioning nails (superior to carpeting which snags nails and encourages scratching on other carpeted surfaces).
• The finest materials and workmanship guarantee a scratching post that will remain attractive and useful.

Bootsie's Scratcher can be attached to a door with the included nylon strap system, it comes with an easy set up wall mounting system, and it's rubber feet provide stability and prevent slipping while on the floor.

To purchase Bootsie's All-in-One Scratcher

Why do cats scratch?

• To remove old nail sheaths from the claws
• To exercise and tone muscles
• To relieve stress, frustration and boredom
• To "warm up" for a vigorous play session
• To mark territory

SmartCat™ Training Tips:

• Place the post in a room where the cat spends a lot of time. Cats often like to stretch and scratch when they wake up from a nap.
• To introduce the post to your cat try using catnip as a lure. (For most cats a lure is unnecessary, but fun.) Rub catnip onto the sisal material and call the cat over to the post.
• Scratch your nails along the surface of the material. This will attract the cat and at the same time teach him where to scratch.
• After your cat begins to scratch, praise him and give him a food treat. (Small kittens can be trained to climb the post by showing them food treats and placing it at the top of the post.
• If your cat has already been scratching a piece of furniture, place the post directly in front of it.
• Temporarily cover the previously scratched areas with a few strips of double-sided carpet tape or clear double-sided tape strips that are designed for this purpose. This will help redirect your cat's scratching activities to the post.
• Most cats are easily trained but if your cat is the exception, please see catsinternational.org for free behavior counseling.
  

The SmartCat™ Corner Litter Box is perfect for that extra litter box.

It will fit into the corner of any room without getting in the way. Make sure your other litter boxes are large and roomy.

Features and Benefits:

• Triangular shape conveniently fits into corners
• High sides prevent litter kick-out
• Durable plastic resin ensures long lasting usage
• Second litter box helps prevent litter problems
  

To purchase SmartCat Corner Litter Box

Here's the Scoop & Where it Belongs

Features and Benefits:

• Sturdy handle offers control while remaining flexible.
• Scoop handle ergonomically fits contours of hand.
• Large shovel area permits faster clean-ups with fewer scoops.
• Holder is free-standing.
• Includes optional wall mount.
• Durable plastic resin ensures long-lasting usage.

To purchase SmartCat Scoop and Holder

SmartCat™ Tips:

• Provide litter that appeals to your cat. After all, your cat must want to use its litter box. Cats prefer natural, unscented litter.
• To each it's own… litter box, that is. One box per cat in the household. Also, supply an extra box for those unforeseen emergency instances that may arise - they always do.
• Place each litter box in a quiet, private place easily accessible to your cat.
• Avoid using litter box liners or litter box additives which may be irritating to some cats. Hoods on litter boxes should also be avoided because they can trap smells if not cleaned properly.
• Confine kittens and new cats to one room until they have used their litter box consistently for several days. Give them proper time to learn and adapt.
• Clean them daily… the litter boxes, not your cats. Dirty litter repels cats.
• Have your cat spayed or neutered at or before six months of age to prevent him/her from marking territory with urine and feces.
• If you'd like to learn more about litter box training and other aspects of feline behavior, visit www.catsinternational.org .