Knowing Your Pet

If you own an indoor cat that loves to climb, chances are that by getting her a cat tree you will accommodate her need to see things from high places. The younger your cat is the easier she will adapt to her new tree and stay away from your furniture.

Most cats are climbers by nature and need to sharpen their claws, so this is the ideal place to do it. By having her own piece of furniture, she will believe that this is her retreat. The type of cat tree you need depends on the type of cat you have. If she is very active and likes to climb on anything available, it will probably be best to get her one that is more complex. Less lively felines will be quite happy with one of simply design. If you don’t have a climber, then a simple scratching post may do the trick.

Once your cat gets used to her new refuge, she will probably use it consistently. She will get more exercise and ultimately be a healthier, happier cat. Buying one of these can put a dent in your pocketbook, especially the more elaborate ones. So, another option is to build one yourself. This can be geared to the personality of your pet. If she likes to hide, you can build a small box on top where she can go for some time alone.

If your cat doesn’t seem to know that the cat tree is for her, you may need to spend time playing with her on it or sprinkle some catnip around it or on one of the perches. You may need to be persistent but she will soon get to like it. If she continues to climb on your furniture, say “no” in a firm voice and place her on the tree.

Make sure that your cat tree does not topple over or wobble when your cat is using it. If this happens, it may deter her from using it again. Cats tend to stay away from things that have scared them. Initially, placing it in the area where she sleeps or rests will encourage her to spend time on it. After that you can move it to a different location more suitable.

If you would like to build a cat tree yourself or know someone that is handy that way, Best Cat Trees have plans that make it an easy task. They will help you save time and money with their easy to follow construction plans.

They guide you on how to build a safe cat tree, avoiding expensive mistakes, with step-by-step detailed plans. To see some designs and to get more information click on the following link: Best Cat Trees.

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