I knew a couple that had a declawed Siamese named Ming, and they still bought him scratching posts and pads because he still made the "clawing" motion. Maybe it's just a natural instinct, or maybe she is just scratching her paw pads. Who knows, maybe all cats who claw posts are clawing AND scratching.. I don't think it's weird, I think it just feels good! As for exercise.. I don't know. I bought my cat a friend when she got too fat, and now they chase each other all over the house!

Glad you joined to forum.. I'm fairly new here too but the people here really make you feel welcome!