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Old March 2nd 15, 06:58 AM posted to rec.pets.cats.health+behav
Sylvia M[_3_]
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Default Rubber mat to attach to 2x4s?


"John Doe" wrote in message
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I'm convinced that there is a better material than carpet for attaching
to 2x4s for climbing. For example, I have a ribbed rubber doormat that
looks close if it were cut lengthwise and hot melt glued to the 2x4.
Something longer would be better. Some ribbed rubber mat, maybe
something used for exercise equipment area, or whatever. It doesn't have
to be cushy when it's used for climbing. It just has to provide traction
and hold up to the abuse of their claws without fraying and making a
mess.

Thanks.


I wonder how you would train/convince the cat/cats not to use these as a
claw sharpener as well?
I suspect that the rubber would soon be shredded/frayed.
Ofcourse if you wrapped the 2x4s with sisal cord, or even clothesline rope,
those might work and fill both needs.

HTH

Sylvia