Why it matters
Bergan's Turbo Scratcher is the long-running classic: a ball circles a track around a replaceable cardboard pad, with catnip and a no-slip bottom.
Replacement pads keep it going for years.
Who it's for, and who should skip it
Good fit if
- Playful cats
- Kittens
- Floor scratchers
Look elsewhere if
- Cats that only scratch carpet
- Very large cats on small posts
- Owners expecting cardboard to last
Pros and cons
Pros
- Ball track
- Replaceable pad
- Catnip
Cons
- Pad wears
- Ball rattle
- Flat
Limitations to weigh
- Put scratchers where your cat already scratches: by doors, beds and the sofa arm.
- A pinch of catnip or a wand toy dragged across it helps a cat find it.
- Replace worn surfaces before they're flat.
Specifications
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| Dimensions (seller) | 16.25"L x 16"W x 1.88"H | Retailer |
|---|---|---|
| Breed size | Small Breeds | Retailer |
| Uses (seller) | Indoor | Retailer |
| Material | Plastic | Retailer |
| In the box | Spinning Ball, Catnip | Retailer |
| Model name | 70128 ASTCAT | Retailer |
| In the pack | 1 Count | Retailer |
| Pieces | 1 | Retailer |
| Model number | 70128 ASTCAT | Retailer |
| Warranty | Manufacturer Warranty | Retailer |
| Mounting / installation | Floor Mount | Retailer |
| Features (seller) | CatnipMade In America | Retailer |
| Product weight | 1.1 pounds | Retailer |
| Care | Hand Wash Only | Retailer |
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Final verdict
A scratcher that's also a favorite toy.
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Questions buyers ask
Is the pad replaceable?
Yes.
Is catnip included?
Yes.