You can even design one in a way to mix and match parts so you can constantly give your cat a new and fun environment to play and rest in. Your cat will never be bored and will always be stimulated to exercise. It will also have a nice, safe environment where it feels comfortable when strangers come over or that annoying dog comes running through the house. Remember, a healthy cat is a happy cat.

If you want a cat tree that's more than just a single platform, expect to spend some money. They start getting spendy in a hurry as they become more complex. Alternatively, you can make one yourself for much less, and it's not as hard as you might think with the right set of do it yourself cat tree instructions.

These are all valid concerns when investing in a piece of cat furniture for your cat's pleasure. Buyer beware, not all cat trees are created equal! While some trees appear to have lots of fun things for kitty to utilize, the base itself does not support a heavy cat or multiple cats running and jumping on it.

Basic models of cat tree houses can be purchased at pet stores, but if you want to give your feline a little more to explore, you can find many models available from online stores that specialize in cat furniture. Ranging in price from $40 to $400 you're sure to find a model that's right for you, your cat and your space.

Faux fur-covered models come in a variety of colors and patterns including paw prints and leopard print. Carpeted models tend to stand up to wear better and are generally sold in neutral colors to match your decor.

Learning how to make a cat tree has many advantages over buying one from the nearest pet store. Perhaps you're reading this because your wife put building one on your "hunny do" list, or maybe you're the person everyone secretly calls the "crazy cat lady".

All cat tree houses come with scratching posts that double as the columns that hold the various platforms. Some have curvy slide-like scratching surfaces or scratching ramps. Most scratching surfaces are covered in sisal, however, some are covered in carpet. Whatever the size or shape of the scratching surfaces, cats love them and you'll love that your furniture is not the recipient of said scratching.

Accessories like dangling mice, spring balls and hanging ropes provide hours of entertainment. Some tress with multiple levels, ladders and ramps are aptly labeled "kitty gyms." These are great for homes with multiple cats that love chasing each other and playing hide and seek.

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Although buying one is easier and requires less time commitment, one of the biggest advantages to making your own is financial savings. I recently did a quick search on Google and found prices ranging from $97 to $350.

Regardless, cats offer years of amusement and enjoyment as family pets and deserve their own kitty funland to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle.

In today's cat furniture market there are so many styles, colors and price ranges to choose from. You can literally spend hours and hours trying to decide which one is right for your feline friend and your home. While deciding on the shape, color and options that they offer, carefully study the size of the base before you purchase. Some manufacturers offer an option of an extra large base. Yes the extra large base may cost a little more but well worth it to prevent it from falling over and causing damage to your home or worse, injury to your cat. Some of the custom manufacturers allow you to designate the floor type that the cat tree will rest on and build the bottom of the base differently for tile or wood floors as opposed to carpeted floors.