"" WORLD OF CATS AND DOGS: December 2022

Tuesday, December 13, 2022

WHY DO CATS SCRATCH?

WRITTEN BY XENA

Cats are territorial animals and they mark their territory by scratching, at the same time emitting odors, which also means that the place is theirs. Scratching is instinctive and will not disappear with the fact that the cat lives in a house or apartment, and not outdoors. Therefore, your pet’s favorite scratching object will probably be your furniture. And not just any. Cats love furniture made of plush, tweed, wool, linen, or silk because they can extract fibers from such materials. And besides, such materials are difficult to clean cat hair. Because of that, it is best to choose materials made of microfiber, or even shiny leather. But, as the cat's temper is different, the best solution is to provide your furry pets with scratchers.

Go Pet Club 62-Inch Cat Tree
Go Pet Club 62-Inch Cat Tree

The scratcher should initially be placed in the place where the cat was already scratching. Later, gradually, the scraper can be moved from one end of the room to the other, or you can get more scrapers.

Amazon Basics Cat Condo Tree Tower with Hammock Bed and Scratching Post
Amazon Basics Cat Condo Tree Tower with Hammock Bed and Scratching Post

The scratcher must be strong enough, stable, and high, otherwise, the cat will not want to use it. To encourage her to use it, put her favorite toy on the scratcher, play with your cat next to the scratcher, feed her next to the scratcher, and for each use of the scratcher, reward her with her favorite treat. If your pet continues to "sharpen its claws" on your furniture even with a scraper in the house, protect those parts with aluminum foil or double-sided tape.

Anti-scratch Cat Tape for Furniture - Stop Cat from Scratching Couch,Corners of Chair,Door Frame, Counter Tops and Carpet - Clear Double Sided Tape for Cat Scratching Cat Training Tape 2.5" x 16 Yard
Anti-scratch Cat Tape for Furniture - Stop Cat from Scratching Couch,Corners of Chair,Door Frame, Counter Tops and Carpet - Clear Double Sided Tape for Cat Scratching Cat Training Tape 2.5" x 16 Yard

Keep in mind that, in addition to the claws, the cat also left its scent on a piece of furniture she was scratching. To prevent it from happening again, you need to remove its odor as well, as otherwise it will come back to that part over and over again and scratch it. There are various neutralizing agents to neutralize odors and deter cats, but also those that serve to attract cats to the desired place (scratcher). If the cat is persistent and returns to the "crime scene" again, simply spray it with water or chase it away with a loud whistle to make the cat uncomfortable with the place where it wants to scratch because the cat never does anything that makes it uncomfortable.

QUTOP Cat Scratch Deterrent Training Spray, Cat Repellent Spray for Indoor and Outdoor Use - 175ml
QUTOP Cat Scratch Deterrent Training Spray, Cat Repellent Spray for Indoor and Outdoor Use - 175ml



                                   "We take care of our pets as for ourselves."

Tuesday, December 6, 2022

TOP 5 MOST EXPENSIVE CATS IN THE WORLD

WRITTEN BY XENA

I recently wrote about the most expensive cat in the world. And now I bring you the TOP 5 for which you will have to set aside a really small fortune if you want to have them and show your status symbol and prestige.

 1. ASHERA CAT ($ 125,000)

   
Beautiful Ashera cat is sitting on the white blanket in the middle of a green meadow
It is the most expensive cat in the world. Not only is its selling price high, but you will also need to have a hefty wallet to feed it for over 2 decades. The most expensive are those with patterns like the snow leopard (a dizzying $ 125,000), the rest are sold for as little as $ 22,000, and the average price of this breed of cat is $ 28,000. The ASHERA is not a purebred breed, because it was created by crossing: AN AFRICAN SERVAL (like a SAVANNAH cat), an ASIAN LEOPARD (like a BENGAL cat), and a DOMESTIC DOMESTIC CAT. It is the rarest and newest breed of DOMESTIC CATS. It is a tall, graceful cat with large, pointed ears, weighing about 30 lbs, adorned with fur with leopard spots and tiger stripes. The lifespan of this beauty is about 25 years. ASHERA is a cat that loves to climb,  it is friendly, loves children, and it is possible to train her. It likes to stay on a heated blanket during the colder days of the year. If you definitely want to show your status symbol by buying this beauty, keep in mind that you will have to "stand in line" for at least 9 months. So whoever loves, let him, love!

 2. BENGAL CAT ($ 42,000)

    
Lovely Bengal cat is standing on the picture with a black background and is looking strait forward.
It originated in the 1950s in the USA by crossing an ASIAN LEOPARD CAT (Prionailurus bengalensis) and a DOMESTIC CAT, especially the spotted EGYPTIAN MAU for the purpose of researching feline leukemia. In, physical appearance, the BENGAL CAT is similar to the ASIAN LEOPARD cat, and in character, the DOMESTIC CAT. She is muscular, of an athletic build, of medium size, smaller head, wide, wedge-shaped, rounded, small ears, wide at the base. Her eyes are very wide apart, oval or light almond-shaped with a slight slant. She has muscular legs of medium length with round and large paws, with the hind legs being longer than the front ones. The tail is thick, of medium length, tapering and rounding at the tip. The exotic appearance of this breed is especially contributed by a long, strong, and muscular body and fur that is short to semi-long, shiny and dense, soft to the touch with dotted patterns in the form of a rosette or marbled (marbelle) patterns. The character of this beautiful cat says that it is a very active, agile, energetic, playful, smart, confident, and curious cat. Most Bengalis enjoy playing, chasing, climbing, and exploring. These are rare cats that love water and enjoy playing in the water. In general, Bengalis enjoy the action. They are a sociable breed, and it is very important that they socialize from an early age.

3. SAVANNAH CAT ($ 22,000)

    
Yellow with black dots and poiny ears Savannah cat is standing on the picture and looking strait forward.
The cat breed SAVANNAH was created by crossing the AFRICAN SERVAL - an African wild cat and a domestic cat. It is a relatively new breed of cat, recognized by the International Cat Association (TICA) in 2012, although it originated much earlier - back in 1986. The SAVANNAH cat is recognizable by its large, pointed ears and golden, silver, or black smoke-colored fur, covered with dotted patterns. Black SAVANNAHS are monochromatic with possible pale spots visible beneath the black. SAVANNAH is a spotted cat, and spots can be: oval, round, or elongated dark brown to black. It has an elongated body with long legs and is almost the same size as any other large domestic cat. Unusual physical features such as a long neck, small, elongated head, darkened eyes, and short, thick tail with black rings also give this breed an exotic look. The eyes have a boomerang shape — brown, gold, or green (except in kittens — whose eyes are blue) color. SAVANNAH is a short-haired cat, and its fur is easy and simple to nurture by weekly combing and brushing, and if necessary, nails can be cut and ears cleaned. SAVANNAH is a confident and active cat, very intelligent and curious, and is always looking for something interesting and adventurous. Like a dog, it can learn to walk on a leash or bring toys. She is very attached to her family and gets along better with people who are willing to play with her. Otherwise, it can become destructive. So give her plenty of play and lots of solid toys. She enjoys interacting with people, children, and other cats, but also friendly affectionate dogs. If you are attracted to cats with a slightly wild character, then SAVANNAH is the right choice for you.

4. SPHYNX CAT ($ 3,000)  

  
Totally hairless grey Sphynx Cat with green eyes and very big ears is standing in the picture.
Cultivation of this breed in its present form began in Canada in 1966 when a domestic cat gave birth to hairless kittens by a spontaneous genetic mutation. The new breed was named MOONSTONE CAT (CAT OF THE MOONSTONE) and then CANADIAN HAIRLESS. Further crossbreeding creates a new breed called SPHYNX. This breed is recognizable by the fact that it is hairless, ie it has no fur, but it has a layer of fine undercoat. In SPHYNX cats, the lack of a mustache is quite common, and the skin around the muzzle, on the shoulders, and ears, can be wrinkled. The skin is sensitive to the sun, so before sun exposure, it is necessary to apply sunscreen with a high protection factor, because otherwise, burns can occur. Also, they need to be wiped frequently and regularly with damp wipes or some other damp cloth so as not to leave sweat stains on the furniture. Due to their sensitivity to heat and cold, it is best to keep them indoors. It is also necessary to clean their ears often, as they are prone to the accumulation of mucus and dirt. As they do not have fur, it should be borne in mind that these cats can often be cold. PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF SPHYNX cats are: muscular and round body with strong chest, elongated head with high cheekbones and accentuated chin, very large ears wide at the base, large and slightly slanted eyes, tail like a whip, narrowed towards the top where their is sometimes a tufted hair. The legs are of medium length with oval paws and long, slender toes, and the hind legs are longer than the forelegs. By the way, the SPHYNX CAT is: intelligent, curious and playful, talkative and loud, and very attached to its owner. They get along well with children, dogs, and other cats (preferably with other Sphynx cats). They are not recommended for people who are allergic to cat hair, because, although they do not have fur, they are not anti-allergic.

5. PETERBALD CAT ($ 3,000)

   
Totally hairless grey Petrebald cat with black eyes, big ears and almost blue color snout is standing at the picture.
This breed is native to Russia-St. Petersburg. It was created in 1994 by an experimental crossing of the SPHYNKS  cat and the ORIENTAL SHORT-HAIRED breed with the hair loss gene. The breed is fast becoming popular throughout St. Petersburg, so this results in the name PETERBALD. There are several variations of her fur: completely hairless, fur-like peach skin, fur-like velvet, as well as their different variants that can change over time. The fur that a cat acquires at birth can change during the first two years of life (with a tendency to lose or gain hair). The characteristics of this breed are, in addition to the above: long and narrow head with a flat profile, large, separated ears, almond-shaped eyes (eye color depends on the color of the fur), wedge-shaped snout, long and strong tail-like a whip, oval paws of medium size connected toes. It is this feature that allows them to open doors and hold on to various objects. Their hind legs are a little longer than their forelegs. The PETERBALD cat is distinct: energetic, smart, and curious, but also affectionate, peaceful, and gentle personality. She is very attached to her owner and will follow in his footsteps wherever he goes, crawl into his bed, or sit on his lap. They are very talkative and get along well with other pets. As they do not have fur, they need to be bathed regularly. This breed does not belong to HYPOALLERGY and is recommended for people prone to allergies.

 If you are wondering which of these MOST EXPENSIVE BREEDS of cats is also the MOST AGGRESSIVE? There are no rules. It is true that some cats are a little harder to tame than others (SAVANNAH, BENGAL, AFRICAN SERVAL, SPHYNX). But they are neither lions, nor jaguars, nor tigers, and they need discipline, proper care, attention, and affection. And with the right education, you can turn a tiger into your "hairy friend".

I'll be writing about MOST AGGRESSIVE CATS in the next sequel of my BLOG about cats and dogs. In the meantime, for more information about cats and dogs, visit my YOUTUBE CHANNEL at:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLBiSeK99poMzDuuyvzDUXg


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THE 5 BEST CAT TREES OF 2022. IN THE USA

World of cats and dogs

                                                          By Xena
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The 5 best cat trees of 2022. in the USA


Table of contents

  • Introduction and introductory word from the editor
  • The name and the picture of the products
  • Pros and cons of the products
  • The products specs
  • What people say about the products
  • The final word from the editor 
  • Conclusion and editors pick

Hello everybody, my name is Xena, and today I will present to you the solution to one of your biggest problems with your pet cat and that is SCRATCHING THE FURNITURE!!!

How many of you have had this problem or had it in some part of your life or even will have it in the future?

This is the million-dollar question! In my opinion and what I can say from my experience with cats EVERY, and I will repeat EVERY cat owner has or have had these problems in some part of his coexistence with his pet cat. My life has always been filled with feline company and they have always brought me only love and joy, but also a lot of headaches and scratched furniture, and the solution to this problem was not always easy. At the moment, I am the proud owner of three cats named Tea, Bella, and Neo and in the past, there was not a single moment in my life without the company of my furry little friends. In one period of my life, I even had nine, YES NINE cats at the same time, and you can imagine how did my furniture look like. I have tried a lot of products from dozens of different manufacturers and the solution was not always satisfactory, but finally, I have seen a post on the internet very similar to this one and then it hit me! The solution was so simple and pretty that I couldn’t believe that I was so foolish that I didn’t try it before. There was a lady who was writing a blog about cats and their behavior and she mentioned that every cat needs something to grind the claws and BUM, that was the solution that I was searching for.

CAT TREE was the only real thing that will help me with my cats without any further question asked, because cutting my cat’s nails was out of the question, because they need them for climbing the trees and playing, and a lot of other normal cat stuff. So, without any more waste of time, I clicked on the button on the best product that the lady was writing about and I purchased a beautiful CAT SCRATCHING TREE. The expectations were huge and I couldn’t wait until my CAT TREE will come to my home. And finally, it did and that day was the happiest day for my furry little friends and me of course.

Because of that feeling that I have that day and the happiness in my cats' eyes, I will write this post and review the 5 best cat trees of 2021. in the USA. And here it goes! Enjoy the reading of this post!

                                                                                                                                                                                           

BEST RATED CAT TREE BY COSTUMERS

Go Pet Club 62-Inch Cat Tree




                                        

                                                                                                                                                                                              




Specifications of the product:

  • Manufacturer: Go Pet Club Inc
  • Product dimensions 27 x 38 x 62 inches; 41,3 pounds
  • Material: compressed wood, faux fur, natural sisal ropes
  • Customer Reviews:

What people say about this product on Amazon:

Reviewed in the United States on July 26, 2016

Color: BeigeVerified Purchase
Assembly was pretty easy and feels sturdy enough for my 8 lb cat. The little hanging basket thing is probably only big enough for a kitten, but everyone knows the "if i [barely] fits, I sits" rule. There is a screw that may be compromising some reviewers' trees, making them unsteady or loose after some wear and tear. It's a double ended screw and some people may not be distributing its threads equally between posts (because it is possible to keep screwing it past it's designated point). If you screw the post in without holding the screw in place, it will keep screwing further into the initial (wrong) post leaving very little support for the post you are trying to attach. Overall this cat tree is very sturdy if built correctly and my cat loves it. Would highly recommend. 


My cats took a shine to this immediately! Assembly was not difficult. The instructions are step-by-step pictures. It took me about 40 minutes to assemble. Assembly is rough on the back and knees, so you may need to take a break. I powered through it. My cats began laying and scratching the various parts as soon as I removed them from the box and continued to play as I assembled the product. The condo and the tube are definitely intended for kittens. My little 8-pound cat may be able to squeeze into the condo, but definitely not the tube. My 14.5-pound cat is content to lay on the hammock on the upper level.

Overall, the construction is good and seems sturdy enough. The most difficult part about assembly was attaching the ladder as there is little space and gravity is working against you. I have only just received it today, but thus far I am satisfied with the purchase. I will update further if I discover anything particularly great or terrible about it.

Conclusion:

This attractive 62-inch cat tree of beige color, it's a perfect solution to keep Your cat friend happy, busy, and very cozy. This cat tree is wrapped with a high-quality faux fur finish and highly durable compressed wood. Verified Amazon customers have rated this cat tree very high because of the unique features that it has, such as a condo, ladder, hanging toys, tunnel, basket, and top perch. Also, multiple scratching posts covered by natural sisal ropes are one of many positive things that verified Amazon customers have mentioned in multiple positive reviews. All in all, the overall judgment of this product is very positive among reviewers, and it is a good value for the money paid. Only a few objections are mentioned among reviewers and they can be neglected.

                                                                                                                                      

BEST STURDY CAT TREE


    

                                                                                                                                                                                          




Specifications of the product:

    • Manufacturer: Furhaven Pet Products, Inc.
    • Product dimensions:  69.3 x 19.7 x 19.7 inches; 41.45 Pounds
    • Material: faux fur, sisal fiber rope
    • Customer Reviews:


    What people say about this product on Amazon:



    Reviewed in the United States on December 19, 2015 

    My husband and I took in a stray, Spanky, whom we wanted to keep as an indoor cat without him taking to scratching the furniture. We've had many cats through the years and none of them played with toys. So we bought the smallest one this company makes just to see. Not only did he LOVE it, and roughed at it so much we had to keep repairing it! lol (not because of poor quality,but because our outdoor cat, Vinnie, who is much larger loved it too! So, we took the plunge and bought this one. It was the best thing in the world!!! Both cats love it so much, it gives me many hours of enjoyment as I am bedridden and can enjoy watching them play. I would buy it all over again ....that's how much it occupies their time. Not to mention, they love sleeping on it as well. Its VERY sturdy, not very hard to put together...took less than 1/2 hour, and just for added fun, placed it in front of the window today so he could look out the window... Spanky hardly left his condo all day! Just LOVE this item! 


    Reviewed in the United States on July 5, 2017

    My cats absolutely love this cat tree! It almost touches our ceiling. My cats are almost 1 year old and are over 10lbs. It seems to be sturdy. They are always playing and fighting each other on the highest tiers without us being worried about it falling over. They love playing with the busy box. My male cat destroyed the fake mouse and ball on the lower tier within 30 minutes. I would say that was the only negative thing I can say about it but he wasn't going to stop until he got them off. The gray goes well with my decor. Overall it's a great product and I'd recommend.

    Conclusion:

    This 5-ft and 8-inch tall cat tower has multiple levels, a cat-IQ busy box, 2 cat condos, a dangling mouse toy, a dangling ball, springy-wand ball cat toys, and a sisal scratching post. It is easy to assemble and made of highly durable long-lasting material. This cat tower is the best for kittens or small cats, it is stable and sturdy, and a good value for the money paid. Playing with this cat tower, Your 4-legged  will probably enjoy.

                                                                                                                                              

    BEST BUDGET CAT TREE

    Amazon Basics Cat Activity Tree with Scratching Posts



                                
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              







    Specifications of the product:

      • Manufacturer: Amazon Basics
      • Product dimensions:  15.7 x 31.5 x 15.7 inches; 15.43 Pounds
      • Material: made of MDF, carpet, cardboard tubes, and jute
      • Customer Reviews:


      What people say about this product on Amazon:

      This is my second time purchasing this tree, my cat loves it and we wanted to get him another when we moved to a bigger apartment. I tried very, very hard to find a better tree (bigger, etc.) but this is definitely the best cat tree for the price. I love that it has so many scratching posts - so many cat trees have only one scratching post and that just isn't enough for our cat Meatloaf. He is a scratching fiend, and he scratches each level of the tree before jumping into the bowl on top. He literally spends most of his time in the dish on this tree. It's his absolute favorite place to sleep. The carpet on it isn't too ugly, and it's easy to clean.

      I will note that this model is slightly different from the one I originally bought - they moved the post on the third level from the point of the triangle to the middle of the "hypotenuse" if you will. This is a big improvement, and makes the tree much more stable. The previous one we had to counterbalance but this one is plenty sturdy.

      Edit: This cat tree has held up great! I wanted to note that my cat is pretty big, a lean ~15 pounds, and he is rough with his tree. He frequently takes running leaps directly from the floor to the dish on top and has yet to topple it. Also it's the perfect height to set next to a window, it gives him the perfect angles to angrily glare at wildlife from the comfort of his dish or while sitting on the middle ledge. Still can't beat it!



      My Mr. Tiger wasn't too sure about it the first few hours after I set it up - but NOW - it's the first place he goes AFTER his morning rituals of breakfast, brushing, and morning cuddles before racing to hold court on all the neighborhood activities going on outside the huge 3 panel picture window his tree sits center front of.

      One proviso / warning - My Tiger is a HUGEMONGOUS 18 pound mostly Maine Coon cat - and I had to place a not-so-pretty cement cinder cap block in the bottom as enough weight to secure it - so it doesn't fall over when he JUMPS onto it from across the room for distance - or when he flies OFF of it when he's got other important kitty stuff to DO! Thought the relatively tiny round bed top wouldn't fit his big ol' fuzzzy behind - but he manages to sorta screw himself into it and snoozes blissfully away IN it with one leg hanging off and his head resting comfortably on the rim! Need to pick up another one for his high perch in the Den now! Gotta say too - it was MORE than worth it's surprisingly LOW price tag and the QUALITY build & materials are IMPRESSIVE to say the least! Bet your Kitty would LOVE one as much as my big ol Boy does!

      Conclusion:

      This best budget multi-level cat tree is very simple to assemble has a stable square-shaped base and it is not too heavy. It has instructions and tools included, and it is ideal for placement in the room corners. Considering that it's made of natural materials like jute, and compressed wood, Your cat will enjoy scratching her nails, and playing with this cat tree. Verified customers have written that it's a good value for the money paid.

                                                                                                                                                



      BEST LUXURY WOODEN CAT TREE 

      FOR PEOPLE WHO KNOW WHAT THEY WANT

      Vesper Cat Furniture, Cat Trees





                                                                                                                      




      Specifications of the product:

        • Manufacturer:  Vesper
        • Product dimensions:  22.5 x 17 x 11 inches; 40.5 Pounds
        • Material: Wood and memory foam
        • Customer Reviews:

        What people say about this product on Amazon:

        This package arrived several days ago, but I was intimidated about the assembly so I let it sit for a few days. I decided to tackle it tonight since my husband is not home and will not try to "help" (interfere). I took all of the pieces out of the box and arranged them in the bathroom floor. It is crucial to close the door so that you do not receive feline assistance. Do not be swayed by the constant crying of the cats. They know that there is a party in the bathroom and they are missing out. At first, I was irritated because I felt like some of the holes had not been drilled all of the way through the base of the box and I thought some of the pieces were different than the drawings on the instructions. Here is a crucial piece of advice. WATCH THE YOUTUBE VIDEO! Some kind soul has posted a video on how to assemble this product. The video saved my sanity. Do not hesitate to watch part of it, pause it while you do a little assembly, rewind and watch that part again, and go back to assemble some more. The hardest part is the "box". Once you have that completed, you are golden. After I finished and brought it out to the living room, the cats LOVED it. I sprayed the cushions with liquid catnip to encourage them to explore. Fat Cat did not fit in the box but I knew when I ordered that he would not. He is a handsome hunk of cat, but at 22 pounds he is pretty large (he is on obesity management food and lost 2 1/2 pounds last year so I hope the trend will continue for the next few years). There were a few skirmishes over territory (we have 3 cats) but I feel like each cat will have claimed his/her spot by the end of the week.



        I foster kitties and so I need something I can sterilize if someone gets sick. This is a beautiful unique cat tree. You can add carpet with velcro or even insulated beds. The scratchers are super sturdy and it provides plenty of kitty shelter even if it is extremely compact and fits in any room big or small. I will be buying from this company again and again as do far they are officially my favorite makers of cat furniture. They seem to "get" what a cat wants, what a cat needs, what ever keeps them happy sets them free and I'm thanking them for knowing exactly...
        It's easy to put together for people who can read directions and are not me. However, my boyfriend assembled it pretty easily. Looks like this is a perch cats will get a lot of use out of. Especially if placed next to a window. We got caves for cave dwelling cats. Perches. Beds. It's amazing.
        It will really hold up against time and use too.
        Highly recommend this to all my cat people and friends.

        Conclusion:

        Innovative design, meticulous workmanship, and cat-friendly materials have resulted in this elegant yet practical, and modern cat tree. It satisfies all the needs of Your cat and the aesthetic tastes of cat adorers. The cushions are made of soft memory foam, condo and platforms are made of wood. This cat tree is very good for indoor cats, and it is suitable for multiple cats. The V-high base is an observation deck as well as a place to rest for Your cat and plush cushions are the perfect cat bed. This is a luxury wooden cat tree for people who know what they want.

                                                                                                                       





                                                                                                                                                  





        Specifications of the product:

          • Manufacturer:   Armarkat
          • Product dimensions:  27 x 24 x 73 inches; 45 Pounds
          • Material: faux fleece, seasoned sisal rope, pressed wood 
          • Customer Reviews:

          What people say about this product on Amazon:

          Yes. Get this! I spent hours of research and contemplation before choosing this brand and model. Arrived packaged unusually well, they even provided the hardware in a little velvet sack. Nice touch! The condo boxes come preassembled so it is just building it up vertical, my cat Gryffindor and I built it together. He LOVED this. He immediately launched to the top to touch the ceiling before vaulting in hysterical circles around the room. He is a happy boy! 4 hours later he finally came down. 12 lb elderly Guapita enjoyed the spacious lower condo. It was large enough for her to stand and turn around. We have a 3rd kitten arriving soon so it felt like time to make this purchase. It is solid, sturdy, stable and large. They love it and so do the humans that live here 😀 So now we just have to figure out where to put this big contraption. A problem worth having! If you are worried about stability and quality, I absolutely recommend this one. I will update if any concerns moving forward!


          Reviewed in the United States on October 26, 2016

          I'd been eyeing Armarkat trees for a while, and this one was really reasonably priced, and fit the space in our room perfectly. Assembly for this tree was easy, and took about half an hour with two people working at once. I suggest wearing gloves while handling the scratching posts/rope, since I got a few wicked sisal splinters and cuts.

          This cat tree really sprawls out length wise, but for us we already had things for the cat on the floor (cat bed and her carrier), so we just tucked them under the two bottom ledges, so it didn't seem like we lost any floor space. We have the cat tree beside the closet door, so it was important for us that we find out where the width didn't interfere with opening the closet door, and it just fits into our space.

          My cat loves all of this, with the exception of the very top perch (I think it's too tall for her? She just seems really hesitant to go up by herself and cries when we pick her up and put here there), and the hammock. She made the mistake of jumping into the hammock without investigating it properly, and was freaked out when it moved under her paws. The rest of the tree is a hit, especially the house portion and the many ledges to pouch or nap on.

          The material the tree is covered in is definitely soft and plush. It reminds me of a micro velvet throw blanket I own and that my cat naps on at every opportunity. It seems like it will be easy to clean, and it arrived without any odd chemical odors. ((EDIT: Three months in, and the easiest way I've found to clean the tree (without using a vacuum) is to brush the fabric while I'm wearing nitrile gloves. It pulls the fur up and into large clumps which make it easy to pick up.)) The sisal ropes are all tightly wrapped and don't have any ends poking out. Armarkat sells replacement scratching posts and other pieces on their website, so I'm glad I'll be able to replace anything that gets damaged over time vs buying a whole new tree.

          Ultimately, my cat loves her giant new climbing tower, and my partner and I feel like it's a good fit in our room without being too bulky. Everyone's happy with it!

          Final word, conclusion, 
          and editor's pick:

          This Armarkat Classic cat tree has been approved by noted cat behaviorist Jackson Galaxy and it is an editor's pick, too. We have picked this cat tree because of its multiple advantages like 100% natural seasoned sisal rope, coverings that are permanently adhered to wood structures, and high durability (up to 12 years), which is checked and reviewed by verified Amazon customers. It is suitable for multiple cats (more than 3) for all ages, sturdy and stable, and easy to clean and maintain. We believe that it is worth spending Your money on this product and that You will be more than satisfied, but this is only our opinion, and in the end, You will choose Your cat tree on Your own.

          Good luck!!!

          "World of cats and dogs"


                                                                                                                                                    


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