Kitten only uses it to jump up on to get on the window sill.  I was hoping he would use it for a scratching post.  I heard that kittens aren't into catnip.  Maybe when he's older I can put catnip on it and he may use it more.  It is not this product's fault.  I have other posts the kitten does not use as well.  The kitten prefers my carpets and towels to do his ruinous work on.