Abstract: A scratching post assembly is provided for cats, and other pets, which comprises an upright elongated post which is covered with carpeting, or equivalent material, and which is detachably mounted on a base which, likewise, may be covered with carpeting, or equivalent material. In accordance with the invention, the post is readily demountable from the base, and the base is formed of two hinged sections which may be folded against one another, so that the assembly may be packaged to occupy minimal space for shipping purposes and for display in retail outlets.