You can make them. Some cats like just a log to scratch....although the scraps of wood aren't fun to clean up. You just need sisal (rope), glue, something to wrap the rope around...and then a stand of some sort. I get mine at Petsmart....or any pet store. They are expensive, but think about how much a sofa costs. They last forever too. Like I said, I have a few around now.......so they (the cats) have no excuse for not scratching on them.

Also, if you clip the kitten's nails when he is sleepy, he will probably be much more cooperative. In between clipping, keep touching his paws so he won't be so surprised when you bring out those clippers. My guys are so good with it now that I can even do their back claws, all by myself....

I found that by stuffing the cats down a sleeve in a heavy sweat shirt and then dealing with them that way was is a bit better than a towel. "The sausage" method!

Good luck. Keep those clippers out. You should also try to brush his teeth...another money saver in the long run!

They are like kids......