Multi-functional cat scratching post
By introducing a rotating and disassembly structure into the cat scratching post, the problems of limited functionality and difficult maintenance are solved, resulting in greater fun and stability, simplified installation and maintenance, and enhanced cat movement and interaction.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- SHAOXING SHANGYU YONGCHANG WOOD IND CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-09-01
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-21
AI Technical Summary
Existing cat scratching posts have a simple structure, limited functionality, lack of fun and appeal, and are complex to install and inconvenient to disassemble and maintain.
A multifunctional cat scratching post was designed, which includes a rotating structure and a disassembly structure. The cat scratching ball is rotated by a motor, and the stick and slot are set to realize quick installation and disassembly. Soft pads and sisal ropes are added to the base to enhance attractiveness and safety.
It increases the attractiveness and fun of the cat scratching post, reduces maintenance costs, decreases the risk of furniture damage, enhances the cat's movement and interaction abilities, and improves the stability and safety of the device.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of cat scratching post technology, and in particular to a multifunctional cat scratching post. Background Technology
[0002] A cat scratching post is a scratching and climbing tool designed specifically for cats. It is usually made of durable materials such as sisal rope or bamboo. It satisfies a cat's natural instincts to scratch, stretch its muscles, and mark its territory. Using a cat scratching post can effectively reduce cat damage to furniture, while also providing stress relief and entertainment.
[0003] Current cat scratching posts have simple structures, limited functions, and lack fun and appeal. They are also complex to install, as traditional cat scratching posts are mostly fixed with bolts, which takes a long time to operate and is inconvenient to disassemble and maintain.
[0004] Therefore, those skilled in the art have provided a multifunctional cat scratching post to solve the problems mentioned in the background art. Utility Model Content
[0005] The purpose of this invention is to address the shortcomings of existing technologies by providing a multifunctional cat scratching post. This post features a rotating structure that drives a height-adjustable cat scratching ball to rotate, attracting cats to run, climb, and sharpen their claws, thus enhancing the exercise effect. It also includes a detachable structure that allows for quick installation and disassembly of the various components, facilitating assembly, replacement, and maintenance, reducing work difficulty, and saving labor costs.
[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: A multifunctional cat scratching post includes a base, a connecting seat on the top of the base, a cat scratching post fixedly connected to the top of the connecting seat, a rotating seat on the top of the cat scratching post, detachable structures on both sides of the bottom of the rotating seat, and a rotating structure inside the cat scratching post. The disassembly structure includes a compression groove located inside the rotating seat. A compression spring is installed inside the compression groove. One end of the compression spring is fixedly connected to the rotating seat, and the other end of the compression spring is fixedly connected to a limit ring. A locking rod is fixedly connected to the inner side of the limit ring. A rotating column is rotatably connected inside the cat claw column. Both sides of the rotating column are provided with locking grooves, and the locking rod engages with the locking grooves. The above technical solution includes a disassembly structure, which allows for quick installation and disassembly of the rotating seat, enabling rapid fixing, replacement, and maintenance of the cat scratching post, thereby improving operational efficiency.
[0007] Furthermore, the rotating structure includes a motor, which is fixedly connected to the cat scratching post. A limit plate is fixedly connected to the output end of the motor. A rotating post is fixedly connected to the top of the limit plate, and a rotating block is sleeved on the outside of the rotating post. The above technical solution incorporates a rotating structure that can drive the rotating block to rotate, thereby causing the cat scratching ball to rotate, increasing the attractiveness of the cat scratching post and stimulating the cat's interest.
[0008] Furthermore, the rotating column is externally fixedly connected with multiple locking teeth, and the rotating block is internally provided with multiple tooth grooves, the locking teeth engaging and fixing with the tooth grooves; By using the above technical solution, the locking teeth and grooves are designed to enable the rotating column to drive the rotating block to rotate, thereby improving the stability of the device.
[0009] Furthermore, the rotating block has an annular groove inside, and an elastic rope is installed inside the annular groove. Both ends of the elastic rope are fixedly connected to a cat scratching ball. By using the above technical solution, an annular groove is set up so that the elastic rope can slide inside the annular groove, thereby realizing the raising and lowering operation of the cat's catch ball and enhancing the interaction between the two cats.
[0010] Furthermore, a soft pad is fixedly connected to the top of the base; The above technical solution incorporates a soft pad to support the cat's climbing and scratching, protects the cat from falls and injuries, and improves the safety of the device.
[0011] Furthermore, the base is fixedly connected to the connecting seat by bolts; By using the above technical solution, bolts are installed to fix the base and the connecting seat together, preventing the cat scratching post from being hit by the cat and improving the stability of the cat scratching post.
[0012] Furthermore, the cat scratching post is fitted with a sisal rope on its outside; The above technical solution incorporates sisal rope, providing just the right amount of friction to stimulate the cat's natural scratching behavior and reduce the risk of furniture damage.
[0013] Furthermore, the top of the rotating block is provided with two grooves, and catnip is placed inside the grooves; The above technical solution involves setting up grooves and catnip to attract cats to climb, achieving multi-angle claw sharpening while improving the cat's exercise performance.
[0014] This utility model has the following beneficial effects: 1. The present invention proposes a multifunctional cat scratching post, which, through the setting of a disassembly structure, utilizes a locking rod and a locking groove to quickly fix the rotating seat and the rotating post, thereby fixing the rotating block to the top of the cat scratching post, improving installation efficiency. Pulling the locking rod to disengage it from the locking groove unlocks the rotating seat, allowing for quick disassembly and maintenance of the rotating seat and the rotating block, improving maintenance efficiency, reducing maintenance costs, and extending the product's service life.
[0015] 2. This utility model proposes a multifunctional cat scratching post. By setting up a rotating structure, a motor and a rotating post can drive a rotating block to rotate, thereby driving a cat scratching ball to rotate. The rotating cat scratching ball simulates the movement trajectory of prey, stimulating the cat's hunting instinct, increasing the frequency of running and climbing, improving the cat's exercise effect, effectively consuming the cat's energy, and reducing anxiety-induced scratching behavior caused by insufficient exercise. Using a ring groove and elastic rope, the cat scratching ball can be raised and lowered by one cat, promoting cooperative play between two cats. With the rotating structure, when a cat climbs the cat scratching ball, it can rotate together with the cat, increasing the fun of the device. Attached Figure Description
[0016] Figure 1 A perspective view of a multifunctional cat scratching post proposed in this utility model; Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional view of a multifunctional cat scratching post proposed in this utility model; Figure 3 for Figure 2 Enlarged view of point A in the middle; Figure 4 An exploded view of a multifunctional cat scratching post proposed in this utility model; Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional view of the rotating block of a multifunctional cat scratching post proposed in this utility model; Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the rotating column structure of a multifunctional cat scratching post proposed in this utility model.
[0017] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures: 1. Base; 2. Connecting seat; 3. Rotating block; 4. Rotating seat; 5. Disassembly structure; 501. Extrusion groove; 502. Extrusion spring; 503. Limiting ring; 504. Locking rod; 6. Cat scratching post; 7. Rotating structure; 701. Motor; 702. Limiting plate; 703. Locking tooth; 704. Rotating post; 8. Soft pad; 9. Bolt; 10. Sisal rope; 11. Annular groove; 12. Tooth groove; 13. Cat scratching ball; 14. Elastic rope; 15. Locking groove; 16. Groove. Detailed Implementation
[0018] The technical solutions of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of specific embodiments. Obviously, the described specific embodiments are only a part of the specific embodiments of the present invention, and not all of them. Based on the specific embodiments of the present invention, all other specific embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.
[0019] Reference Figure 1-3 This utility model provides a specific implementation method: A multifunctional cat scratching post includes a base 1, a connecting seat 2 on the top of the base 1, a cat scratching post 6 fixedly connected to the top of the connecting seat 2, a rotating seat 4 on the top of the cat scratching post 6, and disassembly structures 5 on both sides of the bottom of the rotating seat 4. A rotating structure 7 is located inside the cat scratching post 6. The disassembly structure 5 includes a compression groove 501 located inside the rotating seat 4, a compression spring 502 inside the compression groove 501, one end of the compression spring 502 fixedly connected to the rotating seat 4, and the other end of the compression spring 502 fixedly connected to a limit ring 503. A locking rod 504 is fixedly connected to the inner side of the limit ring 503. A rotating post 704 is rotatably connected inside the cat scratching post 6, and slots 15 are provided on both sides of the rotating post 704. The locking rod 504 engages with the slots 15. The disassembly structure 5 allows the rotating seat 4 to be inserted into the rotating post 6. The device allows for quick installation and disassembly, enabling rapid fixation, replacement, and maintenance of the cat scratching post 6, thus improving work efficiency. A soft pad 8 is fixedly connected to the top of the base 1 to support the cat's climbing and scratching, protecting it from falls and injuries, and enhancing the device's safety. The base 1 is fixedly connected to the connecting seat 2 via bolts 9, preventing the cat scratching post 6 from being bumped by the cat and improving its stability. A sisal rope 10 is fitted onto the outside of the cat scratching post 6, providing just the right amount of friction to stimulate the cat's natural scratching behavior and reduce the risk of furniture damage. The top of the rotating block 3 has two grooves 16, with catnip inside. These grooves and catnip attract the cat to climb, enabling multi-angle scratching while improving the cat's exercise performance.
[0020] Reference Figure 2 , Figure 4 , Figure 5 and Figure 6The rotating structure 7 includes a motor 701, which is fixedly connected to the cat scratching post 6. A limit plate 702 is fixedly connected to the output end of the motor 701. A rotating post 704 is fixedly connected to the top of the limit plate 702. A rotating block 3 is sleeved on the outside of the rotating post 704. The rotating structure 7 can drive the rotating block 3 to rotate, thereby causing the cat scratching ball 13 to rotate, increasing the attractiveness of the cat scratching post 6 and stimulating the cat's interest. Multiple locking teeth 703 are fixedly connected to the outside of the rotating post 704, and the rotating block 3 has internal locking teeth. Multiple toothed grooves 12 are provided, and locking teeth 703 engage and fix with the toothed grooves 12. The locking teeth 703 and toothed grooves 12 are provided so that the rotating column 704 can drive the rotating block 3 to rotate and improve the stability of the device. The rotating block 3 is provided with an annular groove 11 inside, and an elastic rope 14 is provided inside the annular groove 11. Both ends of the elastic rope 14 are fixedly connected to cat scratching balls 13. The annular groove 11 is provided so that the elastic rope 14 can slide inside the annular groove 11, realizing the operation of raising and lowering the cat scratching ball 13 and enhancing the interaction between the two cats.
[0021] Working Principle: When installing this multi-functional cat scratching post, first determine the placement position of base 1, then place connecting seat 2 on top of base 1. Secure base 1 and connecting seat 2 using bolts 9. Next, align rotating block 3 with the corresponding position on the top of cat scratching post 6, aligning tooth groove 12 with locking teeth 703, thus engaging and fixing rotating block 3 with rotating post 704. Finally, place rotating seat 4 on top of rotating block 3. At this point, under the elastic force of compression spring 502, locking rod 504 engages with locking groove 15, thus fixing rotating seat 4 with rotating post 704. When it is necessary to disassemble cat scratching post 6 for maintenance or replacement of components, simply reverse the operation. When the cat scratches, operate the remote control to start motor 701. The output end of motor 701 drives limit plate 702 to rotate, thereby driving rotating post 704 to rotate, which in turn drives rotating block 3 and rotating post 704 to rotate. At this time, the rotation of the rotating block 3 will drive the elastic rope 14 and the cat claw ball 13 inside to move. The elastic rope 14 can slide in the annular groove 11 inside the rotating block 3, so that the cat claw ball 13 can move up and down. This rotation and up and down movement simulates the movement trajectory of prey, stimulates the cat's hunting instinct, and allows two cats to play together, improving the interaction and cooperation between the cats and increasing the fun of the device. When the cat climbs the cat claw ball 13, the rotating structure 7 drives the cat to rotate together, realizing the effect of a carousel. The soft pad 8 on the top of the base 1 provides a soft support surface for the cat, preventing it from falling and getting injured during play. The groove 16 on the top of the rotating block 3 is filled with catnip. The scent of catnip can attract the cat to climb and play. When the cat climbs to the top of the cat claw post 6, the rotating seat 4 provides a resting place for the cat.
[0022] The following points should be noted in this article: 1. The accompanying drawings of the embodiments disclosed herein only relate to the structures involved in the embodiments disclosed herein; other structures can be referred to in a general design.
[0023] 2. Where there is no conflict, the embodiments of this disclosure and the features in the embodiments can be combined with each other to obtain new embodiments.
[0024] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Although the present utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing specific embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing specific embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.
Claims
1. A multifunctional cat scratching post, comprising a base (1), characterized in that: The base (1) is provided with a connecting seat (2) at the top, and a cat scratching post (6) is fixedly connected to the top of the connecting seat (2). A rotating seat (4) is provided at the top of the cat scratching post (6). A disassembly structure (5) is provided on both sides of the bottom of the rotating seat (4). A rotating structure (7) is provided inside the cat scratching post (6). The disassembly structure (5) includes a compression groove (501), which is located inside the rotating seat (4). A compression spring (502) is provided inside the compression groove (501). One end of the compression spring (502) is fixedly connected to the rotating seat (4), and the other end of the compression spring (502) is fixedly connected to a limit ring (503). A locking rod (504) is fixedly connected to the inner side of the limit ring (503). A rotating column (704) is rotatably connected inside the cat claw column (6). A locking groove (15) is provided on both sides of the rotating column (704), and the locking rod (504) engages with the locking groove (15).
2. The multifunctional cat scratching post according to claim 1, characterized in that: The rotating structure (7) includes a motor (701), which is fixedly connected to the cat scratching post (6). The output end of the motor (701) is fixedly connected to a limiting plate (702), and a rotating post (704) is fixedly connected to the top of the limiting plate (702). A rotating block (3) is sleeved on the outside of the rotating post (704).
3. A multifunctional cat scratching post according to claim 2, characterized in that: The rotating column (704) is externally fixedly connected with multiple locking teeth (703), and the rotating block (3) is internally provided with multiple tooth grooves (12). The locking teeth (703) engage and are fixed with the tooth grooves (12).
4. A multifunctional cat scratching post according to claim 2, characterized in that: The rotating block (3) has an annular groove (11) inside, and an elastic rope (14) is provided inside the annular groove (11). Both ends of the elastic rope (14) are fixedly connected to a cat scratching ball (13).
5. A multifunctional cat scratching post according to claim 1, characterized in that: A soft pad (8) is fixedly connected to the top of the base (1).
6. A multifunctional cat scratching post according to claim 1, characterized in that: The base (1) is fixedly connected to the connecting seat (2) by bolts (9).
7. A multifunctional cat scratching post according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cat scratching post (6) is fitted with a sisal rope (10).
8. A multifunctional cat scratching post according to claim 2, characterized in that: The top of the rotating block (3) is provided with two grooves (16), and catnip is provided inside the grooves (16).