We are looking for a tree with a safer and roomy platform to platform climbing for two less agile 18 pound cats. What is the safest tree for this?
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Good question. I love this cat tree for many reasons. One, my cats are 15lbs and I'm not sure if they'll get any smaller. :) But they run up and down this tree like they're on fire when they're chasing one another. And it's never fallen. It occasionally wobbles when they are racing on top of it. But it's never gone too far off the ground. The platforms are big enough for my long kitties. At first I was worried but they fit perfectly and are always on their cat tower. And the boxes are definitely big enough for both of them. I've only bought this cat tree after going online for a few days and doing research. And like you, looking at comments and this mAker has great quality. As long as you continue to keep it clean and vacuum the hair up so it's always clean, this will definitely last. We've hAd it going on three years and it still looks great. I've looked at hundreds and even in stores. This is the best deal for your money. Hope this helps. Zenaida
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This tree is huge and very sturdy! I think your cats would do great with this one!
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As much as I think this tree it attractive the material used on the board is a bit slippery it would help if they put some sort of cushioning under it that the cats could claw into but the surface under is very hard and the material although pretty and soft is too slippery.. I would look for one with tradition carpet material on the platform. Hope this helps. Good luck!
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My two cats who are in the 14-16 lb range and about the same age, love this tree. It was the first cat tree I've purchased and I was not sure if they would like or use it. They use it anytime I am in that room and often when I am not, including the highest perch. It was easy to put together and seems very sturdy, especially since I have it pressed against a corner. I definitely recommend this cat tree.
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I have had this Amaracat cat tree for 12 yrs, all of my cats have loved it. I highly recommend an Amaracat tree/condo for your cats. The cat tree has a wide solid base with plenty of levels, the house is a good sized, I have had two of my cats (range from 10-15 lbs) in the house at the same time laying comfortably. My youngest cat races up and down the tree and it does wobble but has never gone over. I like the faux fur much better than the sheep skin, the faux fur is easier to clean and doesn't tear like the sheep skin covered trees (I recently had to replace my 4 foot cat tree that was covered with sheep skin due to tearing of the sheep skin and it was a pain to try and get the cat hair off of it). I have had this Amaracat cat tree for 12 yrs, all of my cats have loved it. I highly recommend an Amaracat tree/condo for your cats. The cat tree has a wide solid base with plenty of levels, the house is a good sized, I have had two of my cats (range from 10-15 lbs) in the house at the same time laying comfortably. My youngest cat races up and down the tree and it does wobble but has never gone over. I like the faux fur much better than the sheep skin, the faux fur is easier to clean and doesn't tear like the sheep skin covered trees (I recently had to replace my 4 foot cat tree that was... » Read More I have had this Amaracat cat tree for 12 yrs, all of my cats have loved it. I highly recommend an Amaracat tree/condo for your cats. The cat tree has a wide solid base with plenty of levels, the house is a good sized, I have had two of my cats (range from 10-15 lbs) in the house at the same time laying comfortably. My youngest cat races up and down the tree and it does wobble but has never gone over. I like the faux fur much better than the sheep skin, the faux fur is easier to clean and doesn't tear like the sheep skin covered trees (I recently had to replace my 4 foot cat tree that was covered with sheep skin due to tearing of the sheep skin and it was a pain to try and get the cat hair off of it). « Show Less
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I am not sure on this tree. The Faux fur aspect may make it a little slippery but the ladder steps may help. Mine is a different model without the stairs. My cat has claws and definitely uses them.
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No, I don't think it would keep cats from climbing the tree. The plastic material has agrid pattern that cats could get a foothold on and climb.
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Cats can climb pretty much anything. My cat uses it. He loves the middle perch the most. The dangling mouse actually lasted longer than I thought. But overall very durable, def worth the buy!!
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I have 4 cats but they don't weigh as much as yours. Each of them is 10-12 pounds. They have fun rough-housing on the tree, there is definately room for all and it is very sturdy. If you built it right it will last.
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Hi Maria!! This cat tree is awesome! My kitty is in love with it!! The tree is 6 feet tall and weighs 51 pounds. Thanks so much and have a great day!! =-)
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This isn't the configuration I have. This is the one I have: Armarkat B6802 68-Inch Cat Tree, Ivory. It's a few dollars more, but looking at both, I'd say it's worth the difference. My cat LOVES it!
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No danger of a cat knocking it over, it has a slight a wobble to it, but it is very sturdy. My fat cat climbs all over it, and there has never been a time when it looked even slightly like it might tip over. The base is very heavy and big enough to support the weight of the tree and an active cat.
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One of my cats is 7 lbs and she goes all over including the hole/house. I also have a cat around 17 lbs and he loves it too. He gets around all over expect inside the hole/house. I got this tree specifically for my bigger cat because it has wider spaces for him to sit and play.
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I have two cats, one is 12 lbs and the other is 9 lbs. The cats can get in the condos but they don't have much room to move around though. I just threw out this cat tree (Go Pet Club) and purchased an Armakat cat tree instead because the condos are bigger and the overall quality of the cat tree is much better in my opinion.
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I do not know if your cat would be able to climb to the top platform (the one with the semi-circular hole). My cat is pretty agile, she uses the wall as leverage to climb to that platform. I hope this answer aides in your decision making process.
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I returned the one I got. It is not sturdy at all. I would get a Cat Tree Instead. I think even a smaller Cat Tree would be much sturdier.
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I have two 10 lb cats. They got on it a couple times to sniff around, but they don't really like it. It didn't wobble too much, but I think if they really got to playing they might knock it over. I say get a wider width and not so tall it might be better. Looking into making my own from real tree logs. Good luck.
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The top 2 tiers are pretty sturdy. Most of your cat's weight will be over the mounting pole. As long as your cat's not pushing 20 lbs, this cat tree should work out fine.
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Hi Shannon , I'm sorry , I have to amend my previous answer. I have the bigger Armarkat cat tree # A7401 it's 50"(L) x26" (W) x74" (H) and weighs 65 pounds. It is the one recommended by Maine Coon Cat Nation. Sorry for the confusion.
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My cat is about 15 pounds and often lays (upright) on the second platform, though it might be a bit small if he was sprawled out. The top level should definitely be plenty for her curled up (it is for my cat). It's a good, sturdy tree.
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This tree is great for the smaller cats -- my 12 pounder loves to swarm up and down and hide in the box. It seems to be tolerating his scratching and climbing well.