This vertical scratching post is great for scratching and playing with the attached toy. The base is made of wood wrapped with carpeting, while a layer of durable, woven sisal covers the post to entice kitties to sink their claws right in, satisfying your cat's instinctual need to scratch. It provides a safe place for your cat to scratch, helping to keep claws off your furniture. The post has a dangle toy for playtime.