A cat scratcher device fabricated from a kit of parts as well as a method for its assembly The device includes a base and cylinder both having surfaces covered by cat scratching material. The cylinder has a first end and a second end, the first end abutting the base and the second end extending distally therefrom and an end cap sized to fit over the second end of the cylinder which is provided with a pawl centrally located therein. A ribbed cable strap is included in the kit, the first end of which is secured to the base and the second end of which passes through the pawl such that when the ribbed cable strap is pulled through the pawl, it is tensioned to secure the cylinder to the base.
