I'm satisfied with the size and sturdiness of this post, but it would be better if it didn't have carpet halfway up the post. I think my cat would enjoy it more if it was made entirely of the sisal rope. My ragdoll kitten likes to stretch and scratch, but the carpet is too smooth to really sink his claws into.So he usually scratches at the bottom where the rope is. He loves to scurry up this post and sit at the top.