Is the material strong enough to hold up against kitty claws? What is the bottom made of?
1351130
I would say not for an extended period. It also depends on the kitties claws and sharpness. If keep trimmed I would say 9 months to a year. The bottom is a vynil material and not hard to clean.
1351131
I would say not for an extended period. It also depends on the kitties claws and sharpness. If keep trimmed I would say 9 months to a year.
1351132
Its like a canvas material. The cats claws could snag the mesh. Go to your Petsmart Or Petco they have the fame type just more money. Good Luck
1351133
The stuff is strong enough to hold up to kitty claws, but the support wires are weak and so if any cat or kitten jumps on it from the outside that part will collapse. The bottom is canvas but it is not zipped and it's held on by velcro tabs. My kitten was able to figure out how to get out of it after one day.
1351134
I'm pretty sure it would be okay against kitten claws. I used this with my yorkie when she was a tiny baby almost 3 years ago. She has accidents in this a few times and it was very easy to clean the bottom as it's mad of a plastic cloth material. I just got a kitten my self last Sunday (she's 9 weeks old today.) I ordered the plastic play pen. It's a little more expensive $40 and you also have to buy the top piece to it if you're kitten is already climbing. The top is another $19-20. I'll let you know if I like that one better than this one.
1351135
I would say. Go to a Petco or a petsmart some of the stores sell the same type for more money but you can check it out hor yourseft. Good Luck
517960
The bottom is made of tent material. I've had this in my 2 year old son's room for a few months now and I'm very happy with it. It is very durable and looks like it will last for years.
380915
They hold up pretty well but I don't know about claws. I walked on them with high heals and they left a mark. Overall good quality though. I don't think you will find kids matts that hold up to dog claws? Not sure.
916950
Our cat walks on this all the time and we have had no problems. She does not scratch the furniture much so I don't know how affective it is against that. The material is a bit slippery (but stays in place due to the straps) so it may resist a scratching cat.
2123544
The netting on the carrier is "screenwire" gauge so there is room for the tips of cat claws to penetrate. It is made of sturdy construction and should contain your cat safely.
190905
My cat doesn't scratch on the carpet, so I'm not sure how it would hold up against a cat's claws. But it seems to be pretty decent; like cheap carpet you would find in an apartment. :) As others have said, the whole unit is so well made and sturdy, it would be worth re-carpeting it if the carpet wore out, in my opinion.
2247499
It's not carpet so it's not as sturdy but I only use this condo for my kittens under 3 mo so their little claws don't really pull up the fabric. They actually prefer to scratch the rope and not the fabric. If my older cats used this post and scratched the fabric then I doubt it would hold up long. It works great as a kitten post. We've had ours over 6 mo with constant kitten use (we're fosters) and despite the screws coming loose a few times, and the dangly toys only lasting a day...we're happy with it considering the price :)
373931
Yes it is a plush sort if material and it's very very soft! I would say it holds up pretty well though- we have had another kitty mansion like this one only a smaller version for three years now and it still looks great! There isn't any material on the bottom however, just the first inch or two as it wraps around underneath.
145447
Probably not. It's just sturdy rubber. If your cats claws make it to the back of your hand you are screwed. And you really give your cat a bath?
373930
It is a plush material and there is no material on the underside. I have only had it for about two months now and it is holding up well but my kitties have no claws. My cats enjoy it!
1985547
Yes. I would say this is strong enough for small kittens. As I've mentioned in another post on this item, I recommend replacing the wooden door stops with latches if you really intend to KEEP something inside and not escape. I also added a wire mesh bottom to mine (comes open). I tried keeping my rabbits in it on dirt without the wire mesh, and they dug under and out the very first night.
110453
This would definitely be a question for the seller but it appears to be pretty durable as long as you put a slip over of some kind. My only concern would be a cat who has sharp claws
660833
Definitely sturdy enough for cats. If it can handle a wiggly baby it can also handle a cat.
326504
it is made of fibrous sisal and lays down or can be mounted on wall to stand up. if laid down, the little rubber feet on bottom keep it from moving. my cats lay on it as well as scratch it. great item for cats. for the price it might be worth a try for your dog. if it doesn't work, i'm sure you know someone with a cat or kitty that would love to have.
786272
I would not say that this material is cat proof. It does seem pretty tough but it would not stand up to claws. It is like a tent material but if the cats are going to be climbing it on a regular basis I would definitely say that it would tear over time
940897
It is made of paper. It would not be childproof or cat proof under duress. It is light weight and would tear if handled in a less than gentle manner
1416946
I suppose so unless they are extremely aggressive. It is made of whatseems to be a strong fabric. I expect if you locked a cat in it the cat would eventually rip a hole in it.