Assuming you have a cat tree, that should already be one place for your cat to scratch. However, you can easily provide more. There are a range of wall-mounted scratching posts or even ones you can hang from door handles which take up little space. Plus, they’re super affordable. FAQs Q: Are cats happy in a small apartment? Despite what many people think, cats are perfectly happy living in small homes or even studio apartments. Cats are naturally drawn to cozy spaces, which is why they love hiding in cardboard boxes and on little shelves up high and away from the action. However, you will need to make your apartment cat-friendly to ensure they stay happy and don’t get bored. While this is all well and good, for anyone that lives in an apartment, finding an appropriate cat tree for small spaces can be a difficult and time-consuming task. It will need to be narrow and slim to work in your home, while also satisfying all of your cat’s needs, taking into consideration their age, mobility, and preferences. Thankfully, I’d done the searching and hard work for you. Aside from looking incredible, this design also means the cat tree is easy to keep clean. The wood can simply be wiped with a damp cloth and the pads and cushions washed in the washing machine. The square wooden condo base also helps with stability so you’ll have no fear that the cat tree could topple over. It is a great medium cat tree option that saves a lot of space in terms of height and provides great balance because of its sturdy build.

For anyone who is out of options – without any spare floor space, unable to drill holes into the walls or door, or with not doors suitable for hanging cat trees – you need to find a more temporary solution, such as the GOOPAWS Foldable Cat Tower.Each platform has little plastic ports—or holes—where you insert the branches. The branches themselves are about 18 inches long and made from PVC, with non-toxic silk leaves that cats can munch on without shedding plastic shavings. These modular branches can be easily replaced, which On2Pets offers in 8- and 24-branch bundles. Leaves come in ovate "Zen Green" or in multi-season maple leaves, with "Mixed Maple," "Orange Blaze," and "Deep Plum" allowing you to choose between your favorite shades of Autumn. Overall, we felt the On2Pets Modern Cat Tree looked even better than in product photos, and the flexibility of the branches had us spreading and dressing them for maximum verisimilitude. As the cat tree runs the length of the door, the four platforms are spaced nicely apart and provide a great opportunity for your cats to climb and jump. They’ll also like the vantage point it gives them so they can survey the room from above. A cat tree for large cats isn’t all about bigger beds and perches – it’s about stability. This multi-level cat tree sits on a big 14-by-29-inch base and the second level is supported by four pillars. Three of these pillars are sisal-wrapped for scratching and the fourth is interrupted by an enclosed cat hide. Such a unit is ideal for indoor cats that love to play and climb. This big cat condo will also allow your cats to sleep and rest in a private space. There are 5 layers that your multiple cats can play on.

In our testing, we found the Feandrea cat tree to be sturdy enough to hold up to a cat jumping in and out of the condo doorways, with a usefully compact size comparable to a small accent cabinet. All of these features are compacted into a cat tree that only takes up 15.75 square inches of floor space. This makes it a fantastic choice for use in small apartments. However, as both of the condos are accessed from perpendicular sides of the cat tree, it will need to be placed in a corner rather than between two pieces of furniture.

Let’s look at the pros and cons at a glance, and then we’ll share our recommendation. Features and Pros The Frond's perches are plywood with an ash veneer, and are shaped like petals, with curves that make it look more like curio shelves than a cat toy. However, the Frond also isn't trying to disguise what it is—it looks like a cat tree, just an attractive one. Plus, it's easy to assemble and finds a nice middle ground size, with a 24-inch diameter base and a height an inch over four feet tall. The tallest and narrowest cat tree you can get is the S-Lifeeling Cat Climber Tree, making it another fabulous option for anyone short on space in their home. This product measures only 10.6 inches by 17 inches and so takes up next to no floor space, but runs from floor to ceiling for an ultra-tall design. We had two cats try out the On2Pets Modern Cat Tree, and both of them loved the combination of perch and hiding spot provided by the foliage—"it seems to make them feel more in touch with their wild instincts," our tester noted. Our cats also loved the artificial turf base, and, despite using it as an occasionally scratch pad, we've yet to notice any wear and tear. However, despite this, the cat tree is only suitable for cats weighing under 10lbs. This is for safety reasons so it doesn’t topple over under their weight. Plus, the platforms won’t fit larger breeds comfortably. Nevertheless, for kittens that are full of energy, this at tree provides true excitement!

All the layers are connected from within. Your cats can jump between 5 levels from the interior. This condo comes with 7 peep-holes and allows your cat to view the outside. The fabric is breathable. This condo is pet-friendly and safe. If your feline friend likes to wonder off into the night, then you can simply install an Outdoor Cat Tree UK and be sure that you know where your precious cat is at all times. The main downside is that this product is not suited for large cats and is designed with smaller breeds and kittens in mind. K&H as a whole makes great pet products, so we feel confident recommending them. The price is a bit steep for what looks a lot like the thing we hang in closet to hold purses.

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The top piece's holes were cut wrong, so I couldn't even attach the next piece to it properly. I think over time it could become unusable.While the rotating perches lets you turn the Tuft & Paw Frond Cat Tree into a new challenge every day, the perches are limited a little by their size, since they aren't really large enough for naps. This is more of an active cat tree, suitable for high-altitude surveillance more than snoozing. The One For Pets cool cat condo is made of durable and top-quality nylon and a sturdy metal frame. It is pet-friendly and non-toxic. Your cats can breathe from the inside with no problem. This unit is well-circulated. CatastrophiCreations makes some incredibly cool wall-mounted cat furniture, but this modular cat furniture is my favorite for a small apartment. Features and Pros This product, in particular, is amazing as it has seven different platforms and levels, giving your cat plenty of excitement. Your cat should be pretty agile, as the cat tree is big and platforms spaced out. The smallest of the platforms also on average measure approximately 15 inches, which means even large cats can comfortably climb, play, and rest. The Feandrea Cat Tree for Large Cats boasts two "condo playhouses"—which provide enclosed spaces for your cats to hide, play, and nap—in addition to the perch on top. The higher of the two condos includes two exits/entrances, so that your cat can zoom through on their way to a different platform, or simply have a place to hide where they don't feel cornered. Between the two condos, the base, and the top perch, there are four different elevation levels available on a cat tree that's only 33-inches high.