Cats are wondrous creatures, mostly aroused by curiosity. They love exploring the surroundings, often looking for the perfect spot for a quick nap, to get their manicure done or just to be lazy.
If you’re searching for the perfect cat-climbing paradise, here are the best hints and tips we have.
Quality Over Quantity
The perfect, time-resistant cat tree is made out of quality materials, so it won’t break or tear easily. Most cat trees are manufactured from wood, covered with sisal rope (the rope that wraps around your cat tree poles) and plushy fabric.
If you’re interested in what’s the sisal rope, we’ll explain. It is a Mexican plant, cultivated for fiber. Only the leaves are used for manufacturing rope or strings. The scratching posts are usually covered with this type of rope.
A more qualitative and durable product is one that has sisal fabric instead of jute or simple rope. This is more resistant to dislodging and tearing.
The Right Product For The Right Cat
To find the best product for your cat, you must observe it and its behavior a little before spending money.
If your cat(s) love to hide for a quick, secret nap, then you will want to try a tree with a designated napping box. These types of boxes are covered with plush, and some have additional mattresses inside, to keep the cat comfy.
Some cats may prefer hanging baskets where to lay all day long, instead of those plushy boxes.
If your cat loves observing the surroundings from high above, then you may want to consider a tall cat tree, with observation posts. These are also covered in plush, to keep the cat warm while it’s surveilling the surroundings. If you can afford it, you always have the opportunity to build a custom tree for your purring fellow. But I imagine few of us do.
Make sure your tall cat tree has a large base, so it won’t flip over to harm the animal or damage your furniture, or additional grips, to fixate it well onto walls. This aspect is particularly important if you have a big cat that weighs much, such as a Maine Coon, or a cat that likes to climb around at great heights, like the Norwegian Forest cat. You wouldn’t want your cat tree to faint, would you?
If your cat loves to do its manicure multiple times a day, think of a cat tree that has more than one post covered with sisal or jute rope or fabric. Some cats might prefer jute because it’s softer, but it isn’t quite as durable as sisal. They both come in the same color, so be careful when you buy the tree.
There are many options to keep your playful feline busy as well. Many cat trees have hanging toys attached, such as mice, string-covered balls, rattle toys, or simple jute or sisal strings. Some of these toys have catnip-dried plant parts inside.
For those seeking minimalism, there are cat tree options as well. These babies will make your cat happy and your house look great.
Multileveled cat trees are a thing of the future, especially if you have more than one cat. Napping competition is intense, so make sure you’ve got enough resting boxes, perches and even hanging baskets.
The Vet Recommends
Some felines become anxious when changes in their environment occur. If you think your feline friend will get scared because of the cat tree, we recommend spicing it with catnip spray.
That’ll keep your furry friend happy, relaxed, and entertained and it will accept the new item easier.
We recommend buying cat trees in person, and not online because you need to check if the tree is sturdy, if the material it is covered in is qualitative, and verify the finishing touches. A good product is supposed to have these quality characteristics, to give your feline the best experience.
If it’s not possible to make a trip in person, make sure you can return the product if it doesn’t meet your requirements.
