(Part 2) Best cat activity trees according to redditors

Go Pet Club 62" Classic Cat Tree with Sisal Covered Posts https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RX283ZK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_UU3ODbM6S6NJ8

if you are looking for a basic cat tree, my cats love this one!

That's really cool to customize your own cat tower.

For those who are thinking of doing this to save money, it really doesn't save much.

For <$10 more, you can buy a premade one very similar to this, which doesn't involve the time spent planning, measuring, and gathering all of the assembly materials and supplies needed.

This one is $44: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00EPXXM80/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_4BJzub0ATCRYH

This one Is $36 with free shipping: http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=311001618581&alt=web

There are a few more examples on amazon, and even MORE on EBay around this price range.

I know every little bit counts in some cases, and if you're looking to squeeze out every single dollar possible, this can save money, and if you're a handy person, the quality might be better. If you're like me, it'd probably be worse. It's not really enough for me to do this, personally, unless I wanted a craft project.

For anyone looking for it: http://www.amazon.com/Go-Pet-Club-Small-Furniture/dp/B0014LYGUO/ref=sr_1_12?ie=UTF8&qid=1381366724&sr=8-12&keywords=pet+club+cat+tree

I would highly suggest looking on Amazon. They can be outrageously expensive, especially in pet stores. I've seen several under $50 that are 3-5 feet tall just by searching "cat tower."

Other than that, I'd think about what another user suggested about your cat's preferences. Does your cat like climbing, hiding, scratching? I'd try to get one with several different kinds of places to sit, like this kind. I prefer these over ones that are just like three stacked platforms because there's more for you cat to do!

Here is a recent example https://www.reddit.com/r/Rabbits/comments/cxhe5j/somebunny_is_enjoying_her_cat_tower_in_the_woods/

get the not so tall sturdy kind. Some even have min hammocks built in. :)

A few below look fun and sturdy:

This and this and this and this.

I second this - ordered one in December when it was on sale for around $100 and my three kitties all love it!

Armarkat Classic Cat Tree B7301 Ivory https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B003BYQ1LY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_VlKRybB32706R

Not yet but yesterday when I posted that I got him this huge one from amazon that’s about 6 feet and has a lot of levels. I’m hoping it’s enough! here

Is that this? Because I have a cat who is growing out of a very similar hammock. I wish there was a way to get a bigger one.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0014LYGUO/

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0014M3VC2/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I have one of these which I've owned for almost 3 years now(the one I bought is a different company and not Go Pet Club. http://www.amazon.com/Go-Pet-Club-Tree-Beige/dp/B003WGGWQA/ref=zg_bs_2975248011_3

I just bought this massive thing about 2 months ago. Both trees are connected by a board bridge. http://www.amazon.com/Go-Pet-Club-Furniture-106-Inch/dp/B0015EZEW4/ref=sr_1_46?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1415998702&sr=1-46&keywords=cat+tree

My youngest one loves the things and I placed a wooden board across from one to another for a bridge. If pics are wanted I can post some. They both get used and the first one has held up really well.

I've been eyeballing things on Wayfair for a while but haven't bought anything yet. Have you been happy with the furniture you've got from them?

Do you like the Asian-influenced items? You could have a mandala or lotus tapestry draped across the couch(or chair when you get it). https://society6.com/product/flower-of-life-batik_tapestry?sku=s6-6718942p42a55v412

I had another idea, but it's because I'm a cat person (so not really design-related at all). You could get a large cat tree :) https://www.amazon.com/Modern-Design-Furniture-Climbing-Scratching/dp/B07R4Q8YWN

I was just wondering this same thing. I found this one that isn't too tall and looks easy to clean. I don't have any rabbit experience though so I can't say for sure if it would be good.

This is the one I got, mostly for the bowl part. It's decently priced but it is quite wobbly now, to be honest. My two chase each other up it so it's taken a beating or two so I'm not too surprised. Maybe something with a solid pole would be more stable, since this one is multiple smaller parts screwed into each other? We've been planning to try to make our own with more bowls and hammocks at some point but haven't gotten around to it quite yet.

I bought it. I’m not a crafts person in the slightest. It was pretty cheap. My friend has one for his monster beast of a cat and it holds up well.
Go Pet Club 72" Tall Beige Cat Tree Furniture https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005R4I7WM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_O5YpDbKFPH11N

We had a similar move and worried our monster would be sad about the lack of stairs, since that was his favorite place to run when he went psycho. We found a pretty affordable cat tree on Amazon that's very sturdy and had great ratings. He loves it! He seemed to know it was for him immediately and wouldn't stay off of it long enough for me to put it together. The brand is Armarkat and the come in a bunch of different sizes and colors.

This is the one we bought.

I got her those posts:

http://www.amazon.com/SmartCat-3832-Ultimate-Scratching-Post/dp/B000634MH8

http://www.amazon.com/Trixie-Baza-Grande-Scratching-Biege/dp/B00EPXXOY2

http://www.amazon.com/Catit-Scratcher-with-Catnip-Wide/dp/B0032GEE8S

and something like that:

http://www.amazon.com/Oliver-Iris-Premium-Scratcher-Lounger/dp/B016Z4TXG6

The locations are in the same spots she used to scratch. Some of them next to where she usually sits.

I like the idea of a grey sectional, and think a yellow accent chair and yellow and blue throw pillows would really brighten up the place. If you go yellow, find matching curtains. Curtains are a must!!

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I got this cat tower on Amazon. My cat absolutely loves it and it’s not ugly: cat condo

Also, I have this litter box, which you might want to check out to see if it would be good to keep the dog out: cat box

This is the one I got, slightly different shaped pieces but the same overall design.

That is true. While my scratcher isn't as elaborate as this, it has a basket similar to the ones on the sides that my cat loves laying in.

I got it on Amazon a little over 2 years ago. I think it was about $30 on prime shipping.

Here’s the exact one: TRIXIE Pet Products Valencia Cat Tree, Chocolate Brown https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00EPXXM80/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_OXPSBb5NB9H4C

I totally agree with TheCatGuardian's post. We just adopted our first cat from a shelter and he is 8 months old, and honestly he's still a bit of a handful at times (but that should be expected with any new pet). Try to get one over a year, if not closer to 2 years, as ours is still learning how to play nice and not nipping our ankles to get attention. My husband has always had cats, but this was my first pet and we adopted because I've always wanted one. I did a ton of research and here's what I would suggest as far as supplies:

A high sided litter box with rim - to keep them from kicking litter around and the high walls help keep everything inside. I didn't waste the money on litter liners. They seem gimmicky to me.

Pooper Scooper - It's cheap and gets the job done. Nothing else needs to be said about it.

Stainless Steel Bowl(s) - This one gets good reviews and is the perfect size for their food. You can get two, one for wet and one for dry food. Though I got this one for dry and got a cute oval dish at walmart for ~$2 for his wet. Whatever you want.

Slightly larger bowl for water - Make sure they have plenty for fresh water. I give him new water in the AM and evening after work. I know a lot of people rave about water fountains...but honestly I didn't want to spend the money initially, and my kitty seems to be perfectly fine drinking from the bowl. It'd be worth it to see how your cat feels about the bowl...esp since they will be drinking from bowls at the shelter...they shouldn't be too picky. You can spoil them later on if you decide to, but definitely not necessary.

A safety collar - Make sure it is either a break-away or elastic to ensure the cat doesn't get strangled if it climbs and gets stuck on something and is hanging by its neck. I liked this one because it didn't have an annoying bell, though some like the bell to let you find your cat in the house. The collar also ensure that if the cat gets out anyone who finds him will know he belongs to someone and isn't just a feral cat that they can take for themselves.

Scratching Board - Simple and good reviews. Seems like it will last. You can also get one or two cardboard cheaper ones and see what they prefer to scratch on. My cat doesn't really scratch that much...he uses the scratching posts that are part of his cat tree.

Cat Perch - This is the one we got so he can look out the window. It seems like a good balance of expense and functionality...especially at first. The cat might not even like jumping up on things, so at least this is a safe buy since it's not that tall but still lets them get up off the floor.

Cat bed - This one is highly reviewed and really durable. It's machine washable and will last forever. I really love this bed.

Simple toys at first: Wand Toy, Jingle Balls, Ball Circle Thing, Little Catnip Critter. He also likes paper bags, toilet paper rolls, and his laser pointer. I highly recommend the laser pointer...ours is green.

Greenies Treats

As far as food, you want to ask what they feed at the shelter and get a bag of that at first even if you read online that it isn't "the best." We wanted to get our cat on a mainly wet food diet, so we left his shelter dry food out at night, and gave him half a can of wet food in the morning before work, and half a can at night beofre bed ~9PM, and took the dry food away while the wet food was out. We feed him Friskies Pate...it's actually pretty good for the price. People will get passionate about cat food. Honestly Friskies is fine for us now...they sell it in bulk at Sam's.

Litter - you want to use the kind they use at the shelter so they have comfort in that. You can switch later if you want.

You might also want to get nail clippers and a brush. Our cat is long haired and I like using a comb, but it's really up to you.

As far as gimmicks I would assume that if it seems like a luxury it probably isn't necessary. Cats are very happy with simple things. The vitals are what I listed...a bathroom, food and water (bowls), a few toys, somewhere to scratch, somewhere to get up off the floor, and a safety collar. The bed isn't absolutely vital, but it's nice for them to have somewhere that they feel secure and happy...even if they don't use it at first.

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These are all super similar to cat trees I've made:

http://www.amazon.com/Go-Pet-Club-Tree-Beige/dp/B003WGGWQA/ref=sr_1_2?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1420558215&sr=1-2&keywords=cat+tree

http://www.amazon.com/Go-Pet-Club-Brown-F68/dp/B007UI5LGS/ref=sr_1_7?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1420558215&sr=1-7&keywords=cat+tree

http://www.amazon.com/Go-Pet-Club-Furniture-106-Inch/dp/B0015EZEW4/ref=sr_1_55?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1420558291&sr=1-55&keywords=cat+tree




Window hammocks are also pretty swell. And you can buy grass patches online!! If you decided to do a cat tree (which will give you lots of options for height and hidey holes) make it yourself!! Store bought ones are generally crap. All you need is PVC pipe, nails, boards, and carpet scraps (which can often be gotten for supa cheap at carpet installation places)

http://www.amazon.com/BestPet-Condo-Furniture-Scratch-80-Inch/dp/B003XLIVZ4/ref=sr_1_5?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1415666319&sr=1-5&keywords=cat+tower

http://www.amazon.com/BestPet-Condo-Furniture-Scratch-80-Inch/dp/B00NGDUZ62/ref=sr_1_9?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1415666319&sr=1-9&keywords=cat+tower

same as above but brown

http://www.amazon.com/Best-Choice-Products%C2%AE-Scratcher-Furniture/dp/B00NWJDSKK/ref=sr_1_3?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1415666319&sr=1-3&keywords=cat+tower

still beige but its a bit smaller in height.

This one is similar to the one I've got that supports three 10LB+ cats even after the dog chewed one of the walls of the bottom box apart. The biggest thing to pay attention to when shopping for tall cat trees is how sturdy the base is. Also make sure that the top of the tree is supported by the base, not hanging out in the middle of a box or something ready to tumble down (like this one). My brother had one like that and it lasted like 3 months with his ONE cat before the top started to lean. I like this one a lot too. Cute & sturdy! Depending on how big / clumsy your cat is, you may want to think about getting one that you can screw the top into the wall. Our cats would jump up to the top and rock the entire thing.

There you go!

took me a while to find something to match the Karlby's simplicity. the wood finish doesn't match but to me i was more worried about finding a black cat tree with a modern design

Vesper Cat Furniture, Black, V-High Base https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00SOTG26K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_kgYiDbAKQ28A9

I was planning on purchasing this cat tree and placing it in a corner of the living room where the door to the kitchen will open into it so that it provides almost an enclosed area out of the way so it can have some peace and quiet.

I was thinking of utilising the built in cubby hole as its bed and just using a blanket elsewhere around the house for its other bed, since the blanket is easy to move around.

Something along these lines

I'd go with the chocolate point if you want an active cat. He's already putting himself forward and wants a lot of attention. Also looking right at the photographer, so that implies more than usual intelligence.

Admittedly, this is a lot to conjecture from a couple pics, but hey, you wanted opinions.

Or, you know, get both of them, why not? Two meezers can keep each other company while you're at work. They do need company, lots of it.

Protip: if you haven't had a kitten before....lock up everything breakable. Kittens gonna kitten.

Cheap thing to keep kittens super happy, get a bunch of boxes, duct tape them together to make a fort, cut holes in them as you go, make a maze. Don't bother making it pretty, they're going to beat it to death anyway. And make sure that every box has a way for you to reach in and grab the cat if it's sick. Sometimes they hide when they're sick.

We did this - thing was hideous, but man, the kittens LOVED it. More than any cat tree, because it had places to hide, which cat trees don't.

Also, if a kitten disappears, don't panic. They are ninjas at finding weird places to nap in. Found ours in the coffee table's drawer one time, astounded that they all got in there. Mama was freaking out yowling, kittens were all, "haha, can't find me". Imagine my surprise when I opened the drawer and it was full of kittens.

EDIT: Meez points develop when they're not wrapped in heated blankets all their lives. They develop on the parts of the body that are most chilled, and it doesn't take much, just everyday walking around. All cats love warmth, and getting them a heated sleeping pad from cozywinters won't affect their color.

Mine got a nasty sinus infection and half his face turned white due to it burning him up inside there, but the other other half stayed dark gray. He looked extremely weird during this phase.