✓Reviewed by Ann Pruitt, InfoHorse.com·Updated May 2026
Scratch n All flexible grooming pad for horses and barn animals
Scratch n All® Scratch n All® offers a safe and effective way of self-scratching so that the skin, face and especially the eyes are protected, yet satisfied! It touches many key acupressure points... and offers complete relief to your horses- or barn animals!
What Makes Cynthia— Inventor of Scratch nAll® Different?
Devastating Details Of Husband's Will Leads To Invention Of Brilliantly Practical Pet Product:
Crushing revelation in husband's Will left senior entrepreneur financially challenged - but determined to succeed. By combining a lifelong passion for animals with her keen awareness of their seasonal and environmental 'itchiness', this self-made entrepreneur invented a brilliantly practical and safe solution to a challenging problem that plagues horses and donkeys, dogs and cats, goats and pigs, lynx and lions ... and almost everything in between.
Cynthia, the inventor of Scratch n All®, has enjoyed the company of animals her entire life. As part of her awareness of needs and behaviors common to all animals, she knows nearly all engage in self-grooming and scratching behaviors; hence, Scratch n All® was originally born out of the to provide a convenient, safe surface for all animals to satisfy that basic "feel-good" feeling.
To return a portion of that animal devotion, Cynthia gives her time and talents to assist various transport groups which are dedicated to rescuing domestic animals and pets from the certain death that awaits them at high-kill shelters. She and her daughter traveled to Mississippi after Hurricane Katrina to aid in animal rescue efforts there, helping to save the lives of many displaced and abandoned pets affected by the storm's immediate devastation and prolonged after effects. These efforts arise from her understanding that all animals, indeed all of nature, are gifts with benefits essential to both our well-being and basic survival. She agrees that when man tugs at a single thing it nature, it is connected to the rest of the world.
How Long Will My Scratch n All® Last?
How Long Will it Last is a question that is frequently asked. The answer is "that depends." The material is extremely durable and is stable in very high and very low temperatures. This is a product that will seldom need to be replaced so purchasing for the long haul can be considered a good investment. How many animals will use it, how often will it be used, how large are the animals, etc. are factors that need to be taken into consideration. Generally speaking, this product should last and be enjoyed for many years to come. This product is built to last and it is well worth the investment.
Your animal probably has several spots where it scratches. Put a few in each spot. Stack them high or spread them wide. Your animal will find satisfaction and enrichment.
Why Should I Be Concerned About Helping My Horses Or Barn Animals To Scratch?
Because you love your horse and because scratching and grooming is a self-enriching activity enjoyed by all animals, they will rub on any convenient surface or object— even YOU! Door jambs, furniture and posts soon show wear and may even break or splinter; creating rough edges and sharp points that could puncture the skin or cause other serious injuries. The Scratch n All® pad can help prevent injuries to pets and livestock and damage to structures.
Is Scratch n All® Safe?
When compared to the competition, Scratch n All® offers a safe and effective way of self-scratching so that the skin, face and especially the eyes are not harmed. Even though it's very durable, the small nubs on the pad are flexible which are comfortable, satisfying and non-irritating to the animal and it touches many key acupressure points. Compare closely as other scratchers have protrusions which are set far apart, some of which appear to be 1" long. Your animals' eyes are at great risk when these protrusions bend and snap back quickly. Scratch n All® is not made of hard plastic with hard ridges nor does it require heat in order to bend. Scratching on a rigid object can cause baldness as well as bleeding.
Can Scratch n All® Help My Horse On Stall Rest?
Scratch n All® is an animal "enrichment" product. Is your horse on stall rest? As you know they can get very depressed, anxious and particularly miss the other horses, and being groomed by those horses, which is important to them. The Scratch n All® does not replace a horse's best-friends' grooming it but it does enable the horse to groom itself to a point simulating normal herd behavior and thus alleviate some of their distress while being stalled. Consider lining 1 or 2 walls, horizontally at shoulder height and a 1" space in between, where your horse can walk by and scratch its face, neck, shoulder, barrel and rump.
Can I Install Scratch n All® Outdoors Too?
You bet. Posts, fencing, trees can all have a Scratch n All attached— anywhere that can safely take the pressure of an animal rubbing on it — without causing harm. Scratch n All is stable at very high and very low temperatures.
Is It Easy To Install?
Absolutely!! Each 11 oz., 5” x 6” x 1” pad comes with four rust-proof, stainless steel mounting screws and washers to firmly and safely attach the pads to nearly any solid surface. The folding V-notch on the rear of the pad also acts as a channel that prevents moisture from collecting under the Scratch n All® in flat applications which helps protect the mounting surfaces from water damage.
Can I Control The Size of My Scratch n All ® Grooming Spot?
Totally!! The unique four-sided, curved, interlocking design lets you create a grooming surface as large or small as needed. The pads can be mounted individually or in groups flat on walls or corners. A special notched design allows pads to be folded on a 90 degree angle for installation on corners. Your animal probably has several spots where it scratches. Put a few in each spot. Stack them high or spread them wide. Your animal will find satisfaction and enrichment.
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What If I Have Animals With Sensitive Skin? Soft Touch Is The Answer!
Our Milk Color is softer than than the other colors. If you If your animal has sensitive skin or if you have a small animal, choosing the " Soft Touch" is an excellent choice. It is also a good and safe choice if you have an animal who has suffered an eye injury and wants to rub against something for relief.
What Do People Say About Their Scratch n All® Pads?
I have used the Scratch n All® product for more than 6 years and I cannot say enough good things about it. Durable, satisfying and enriching, my critters love the time spent scratching themselves - and my worry about them rubbing on areas that are not suitable are no more. It is an investment in my animals well being that I am happy to make. Thank you for your vision in creating this wonderful product! -Maria K.
My horses love the scratch n all patch pads. I put the pads where the horses can access the pads with great satisfaction. Its amazing how the horses know what they are for. Very happy with the scratch n all that I had to buy more. Happy horse, happy owner. -SueAnn
I bought my first (4) last year and my mare loves them. I waited until they went on sale again and purchased another (12). If I could afford more I would have bought about 20 or so more to make large scratching areas for my horses. They do not pull out manes or tails on these and the horses seek them out. I love the handwritten notes. All the hardware comes with them and it's all high quality. — Sarah
Having tried other products, I can honestly say this is the best of its kind by far. The little nubs are just slightly pliable which makes them relieve itches without breaking the horse's skin. Also, the pads are very durable, no chance of them being destroyed by a bored horse! Highly recommend. - Elyse
Do You Support an Animal Rescue Organization or Volunteer At One?
Scratch n All has a fabulous fundraising opportunity. It's SO simple, done online, requires very little effort on the part of the organization and reaps good income. For more information on this, please contact us directly by calling (1-888-9-SCRATCH)
Scratch n All is made in the USA, and is FDA compliant.
So How Much Does Scratch n All ® Cost and Where Can I Order?
The Suggested Retail Price is $15.99 and the cost depends on the dealers. It is important to note that the quality will never be sacrificed for price. You will be greatly impressed with the quality when picking up and touching Scratch n All. Tiered pricing can be found so everyone can afford to give their horses, donkeys, or farm animals a safe, affordable, fun way to scratch away their itches and stress. Order Scratch n All directly at scratchnall.com or online at Schneiders Saddlery! Local dealers can be found on the "Buy Locally" page of the website. The company uses no distributors, sells directly to wholesalers and retail inquires are most welcome. Feed stores will do well because Scratch n All satisfies the need for so many different animals. Scratch n All flexible grooming pad for horses and barn animals
What exactly is the Scratch n All® grooming pad?
Scratch n All® is a flexible, mountable scratching and self-grooming pad built for horses, donkeys, and barn animals of every size. Each pad measures 6" x 5" x 1" and carries 212 soft, flexible points that contact the skin without the hard, widely-spaced plastic ridges found on competitor scratchers. The pads interlock like puzzle pieces and bend a full 90 degrees around corners, so you can build a scratching surface in whatever pattern best suits your animals' enrichment needs.
Scratch n All interlocking grooming pads with stainless steel hardware
Who invented Scratch n All® and why?
Cynthia Garry, a lifelong animal lover in Central Pennsylvania, founded the company in 2008 in Dillsburg, PA after watching her own horse balance awkwardly on three legs just to scratch under its chin. She mounted a prototype to her barn and within days was finding horse and donkey hair stuck to it, which told her the idea worked. Cynthia, who started riding at age four and today cares for two dogs, a horse, and a donkey, hired Rod, an Oklahoma toy designer with 17 years of experience and 17 horses of his own, to perfect the design.
Scratch n All pads bending around a barn corner postWhat is Scratch n All® made of, and where? The pads are molded from a durable, FDA-compliant elastomer resin and ship with stainless steel hardware for mounting. After an early run with an overseas manufacturer created customs and tooling headaches, Cynthia moved production to a U.S. company located just 16 miles from her home, so Scratch n All® is proudly made in the USA. The elastomer flexes in the cold and stands up to heavy, year-round use without cracking.
Scratch n All pads interlocked and folded around a 90-degree corner
How does the pad relieve itching and touch acupressure points?
The 212 flexible nubs gently work the coat and skin, reaching the chin, face, neck, sides, and rump that a horse otherwise struggles to scratch on its own. The pad is designed to be safe enough that even the skin around the eyes is protected while still satisfied, and the contact points stimulate key acupressure areas for genuine relief. Because animals rub on the pad instead of rolling in the dirt, they also stay noticeably cleaner.
How many pads does a horse need, and where do you mount them? For a horse, Cynthia recommends a minimum of 4 pads to build a properly sized scratching station; smaller animals can start with 2. The pads mount on posts, walls, fences, gates, door jambs, shed-row overhang supports, and corners, and many owners set up several stations around the barn. One Massachusetts barn installed 18 pads across multiple posts. The product is veterinarian approved, with more than 250,000 pads sold to owners of 13 different animal types.
How do you buy Scratch n All® and what does it cost? Order directly at scratchnall.com or call 1-888-9-SCRATCH. Pads are $17.99 each for 1-3, $15.99 each for 4-7, $13.99 each for 8-11, and $12.99 each at 12 or more, with Free shipping once you reach a dozen. Orders ship within 1-2 business days via Usps. Questions about retail, wholesale, or returns can go to or Scratch N All, P.O. Box 92, Dillsburg, PA 17019.
Who is Cynthia, and how did Scratch n All® come to be?
Per Cynthia: Scratch n All® was born from a combination of a lifelong passion for animals and a senior entrepreneur's awareness of seasonal/environmental itchiness across species. After a devastating revelation in her late husband's will left her financially challenged, she put her decades of animal observation to work — designing a brilliantly practical safe scratching surface that works for horses and donkeys, dogs and cats, goats and pigs, and even lynx and lions.
Cynthia gives time and talents to animal rescue transport groups rescuing domestic pets from high-kill shelters; she and her daughter traveled to Mississippi after Hurricane Katrina to aid in animal rescue efforts. Per Cynthia: "all animals, indeed all of nature, are gifts with benefits essential to both our well-being and basic survival."
Why should I be concerned about helping my horses scratch?
Per Cynthia: scratching and grooming is a self-enriching activity enjoyed by all animals — and they will rub on any convenient surface or object, even YOU. Door jambs, furniture, and posts soon show wear and may even break or splinter, creating rough edges and sharp points that can puncture skin or cause other serious injuries. The Scratch n All® pad helps prevent injuries to pets and livestock AND damage to structures.
What makes Scratch n All® safer than competing scratchers?
Per Cynthia, the safety differentiation:
The small nubs are flexible — comfortable, satisfying, and non-irritating; touch many key acupressure points
NOT made of hard plastic with hard ridges; does NOT require heat to bend
Other scratchers have protrusions set far apart, sometimes 1" long — when these bend and snap back quickly, your animal's eyes are at great risk
Scratching on a rigid object can cause baldness as well as bleeding — Scratch n All® avoids both
Per Cynthia, the design specifically protects skin, face, and especially the eyes while still satisfying the urge to scratch.
How is Scratch n All® installed — and what about outdoors?
Per Cynthia, each 11 oz, 5" × 6" × 1" pad comes with four rust-proof stainless steel mounting screws and washers for firm and safe attachment to nearly any solid surface. The pad has a folding V-notch on the rear that:
Acts as a channel that prevents moisture from collecting under the pad in flat applications
Protects the mounting surface from water damage
Allows the pad to be folded on a 90-degree angle for corner installation
Outdoor installation: yes — posts, fencing, trees can all take a Scratch n All®. The material is stable at very high and very low temperatures.
Can I customize the size of my horse's grooming spot?
Per Cynthia, yes — the unique four-sided, curved, interlocking design lets you create a grooming surface as large or small as needed. Pads can be mounted individually or in groups, flat on walls, or wrapped around corners. Per the company: "Your animal probably has several spots where it scratches. Put a few in each spot. Stack them high or spread them wide. Your animal will find satisfaction and enrichment."
Can Scratch n All® help my horse on stall rest?
Per Cynthia, yes — Scratch n All® is an animal enrichment product. Stalled horses can get very depressed, anxious, and miss the other horses (and miss being groomed by them — important to them). The pad doesn't replace a horse's best-friend grooming, but it lets the horse groom itself to a point simulating normal herd behavior and alleviates some distress while stalled. Suggested setup: line 1 or 2 walls horizontally at shoulder height, with a 1" space between pads, where the horse can walk by and scratch its face, neck, shoulder, barrel, and rump.
What's Soft Touch — and how long will my Scratch n All® last?
Per Cynthia, SOFT TOUCH is the MILK color — softer than other colors. Recommended for:
Animals with sensitive skin
Smaller animals
Animals who have suffered an eye injury and want to rub for relief
Service life: the material is extremely durable and stable in very high and very low temperatures. Per the company, this product will seldom need to be replaced — purchasing for the long haul is a good investment. Factors affecting life: how many animals use it, how often, animal size. Per the company: "this product should last and be enjoyed for many years to come."
What do horse owners say — and what does it cost?
Voices from the source:
Maria K. (6+ years use): "I have used the Scratch n All® product for more than 6 years and I cannot say enough good things about it. Durable, satisfying and enriching, my critters love the time spent scratching themselves — and my worry about them rubbing on areas that are not suitable are no more."
Sarah (4 → 12 → would buy 20 more): "I bought my first (4) last year and my mare loves them. I waited until they went on sale again and purchased another (12). If I could afford more I would have bought about 20 or so more... They do not pull out manes or tails on these and the horses seek them out. I love the handwritten notes. All the hardware comes with them and it's all high quality."
Elyse: "Having tried other products, I can honestly say this is the best of its kind by far. The little nubs are just slightly pliable which makes them relieve itches without breaking the horse's skin. Also, the pads are very durable, no chance of them being destroyed by a bored horse!"
SueAnn: "Its amazing how the horses know what they are for. Very happy with the scratch n all that I had to buy more. Happy horse, happy owner."
Pricing: Suggested Retail Price $15.99; tiered pricing available. Per the company, made in the USA and FDA compliant. Pricing as quoted is subject to change due to economic factors — confirm current pricing with Scratch n All® directly. To order: 1-888-9-SCRATCH (972-7282), email [email protected], or order at scratchnall.com / Schneiders Saddlery online. Address: P.O. Box 92, Dillsburg, Pennsylvania 17019. Animal rescue organizations: a fundraising opportunity is available — contact directly for details.
What is Scratch n All®?
Scratch n All® is a flexible, mountable scratching and self-grooming pad for horses, donkeys, and barn animals. Each pad measures 6" x 5" x 1" and has 212 soft, flexible contact points that let an animal safely scratch its chin, face, neck, sides, and rump. The pads interlock and bend around corners so you can build a custom scratching surface anywhere in the barn.
Who invented Scratch n All®?
Cynthia Garry invented it and founded the company in 2008 in Dillsburg, Pennsylvania. A lifelong animal lover who began riding at age four, she got the idea after watching her own horse balance on three legs just to scratch under its chin. She now cares for two dogs, a horse, and a donkey at her home in Central Pennsylvania.
How did Cynthia know the idea would work?
She mounted an early prototype to her own barn, and within days she was finding horse and donkey hair stuck to it. That was her decisive moment of validation. From there she brought in a professional designer to refine the product into the molded pad sold today.
What is Scratch n All® made of?
The pads are molded from a durable, FDA-compliant elastomer resin with 212 flexible points. They include stainless steel hardware for mounting. The material flexes even in cold temperatures and stands up to heavy, repeated use without cracking.
Is Scratch n All® made in the USA?
Yes. After an early run with an overseas manufacturer caused customs and tooling problems, Cynthia moved production to a U.S. company located just 16 miles from her home. Scratch n All® is now proudly made in the USA, which also reduced shipping, insurance, and inspection costs.
How does it relieve a horse's itching safely?
The 212 nubs are flexible rather than rigid, so they work the coat and skin without the hard, widely-spaced plastic ridges that make some competitor scratchers risky. The design is gentle enough that even the skin around the eyes is protected while still being satisfied. It also contacts key acupressure points for genuine relief.
How many pads does a horse need?
Cynthia recommends a minimum of 4 pads to create a properly sized scratching surface for a horse. Smaller animals can start with about 2 pads. Many owners set up several scratching stations around the barn; one Massachusetts barn installed 18 pads across multiple posts.
Where can I mount the pads?
They mount on posts, walls, fences, gates, door jambs, shed-row overhang supports, and corners. Because the pads bend a full 90 degrees and interlock like puzzle pieces, you can wrap them around a corner post or run them flat along a wall. The included stainless steel hardware makes installation straightforward.
What does Scratch n All® cost?
Pricing is tiered by quantity: $17.99 each for 1-3 pads, $15.99 each for 4-7, $13.99 each for 8-11, and $12.99 each for 12 or more. Orders of 12 or more pads ship FREE. Smaller orders have flat-rate shipping starting at $9.95.
How do I order and how fast does it ship?
You can order directly at scratchnall.com or by phone at 1-888-9-SCRATCH (1-888-972-7282). Orders ship within 1-2 business days via USPS. For retail, wholesale, or return questions you can email [email protected].
Is Scratch n All® veterinarian approved?
Yes, the product is veterinarian approved. In one customer account, a vet who reviewed the pads asked for ordering information for herself. The safe, flexible nub design is a key reason it earns that endorsement over harder scratchers.
How many have been sold?
More than 250,000 Scratch n All® pads have been sold. The product is in use by owners of 13 different animal types, from horses and donkeys to goats, pigs, cows, and bulls. That track record reflects years of repeat and bulk orders from barns.
What animals besides horses can use it?
Scratch n All® works for barnyard, domestic, and even zoo animals, including donkeys, cows, goats, pigs, bulls, and more. One owner uses 12 pads shared among horses, goats, and pigs. The pad size and number you choose can be scaled to the animal.
Does it help keep horses cleaner?
Yes. Because horses rub on the mounted pad instead of dropping and rolling in the dirt to scratch, they stay noticeably cleaner. Several owners specifically mention this benefit, along with how useful the pads are during spring shedding season for working off winter hair.
Will the pads hold up to cold weather and heavy use?
They are built to. The elastomer remains flexible in cold temperatures, and owners report the pads surviving harsh winters and years of constant use. One customer who has had 18 pads for three years still plans to buy more.
Are there other ways owners use the pads?
Beyond scratching, owners have found creative uses. One Virginia customer mounted the soft pads as protective bumpers on a blind mare's stall corner, keeping the horse calm and injury-free. The flexible, body-safe surface makes the pads useful as gentle padding as well as a groomer.
How do I contact Scratch n All®?
Call 1-888-9-SCRATCH (1-888-972-7282) or email [email protected]. You can also write to Scratch N All, P.O. Box 92, Dillsburg, PA 17019. The company welcomes product, return, and retail or wholesale inquiries.
