ALPINE SCRATCHER-catnip treated reversible cardboard block in an incline position so the cat can climb, and stretch as it scratches. Cardboard has long been recommended as an economical scratcher that trains the cat away from rugs and furniture. Corrigate has the feel of nature for the cat. It has holes to allow the cat to sink his claws into the scratcher (instead of the furniture) to clean his claws. Since most people do not have corrigate lying around the house, it quickly becomes the scratching spot. Catnip treated for cat's quick appreciation.