Read About Cat Trees

Cats use cat trees for many different reasons. They climb, play, snooze and wrestle with their cat trees, and cat owners wouldn't have it any other way. There are probably over 50 different kinds of cat trees on the market today, and choosing the right cat tree for your pet depends on a few factors.

ImageBefore buying a new cat tree, you'll want to consider his age, his vitality, his weight and his personality. All of these are important in getting the right cat tree for your pet.

Long time cat owners already know that adding cat trees to the home will save on the damage cats do to furniture, drapes, and anything else a cat will try to play with or climb, but cat trees are also useful in promoting your cat's health. It gives him or her a place to exercise without the verbal chiding that often comes when he or she damages something important or valuable. When you give your cat his own cat tree, he knows instinctively that this is his space and he can play as much as he likes on it.

You can buy cat trees specifically designed for one cat, but if you have more than one cat you can buy cat trees that are big enough for the whole crew. Be aware that most cat trees require at least some assembly. They are usually very simple to put together, but you should be aware of the assembly requirements, especially if you have arthritis or some other condition that would preclude you from doing things with your hands or fingers.

One of the issues that you will need to decide on before buying your cat tree is the height you want it to be. You'll also want to know about how many branches you cat will need on his cat tree. Using the Internet to search for various types of cat trees will save you a lot of time and energy - there are truly dozens upon dozens of styles for you to choose from.

There are even specialty cat trees that offer places for your kitty to hide, sleep, jump, and so on. This type of cat tree can be very versatile.

Another issue that you will want to pay particularly close attention to is the size of the base. Make sure it's large enough to hold the cat tree steady. You don't want it to wobble and fall over.

ImageIn addition to the cat trees themselves, you may want to check for some fun options to add to the tree. Things like ropes, bells, or toys can give your cat hours of playful joy.

As with most things pet related, some careful shopping will pay off big for both you and your cat. Purchasing some fun but safe furniture for your cat should be no different. There are all kinds of cat trees built for all kinds of cats. The cat tree you purchase should bring hours of joy to your family and to your cat.