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Which cat tower? Can you help?

I narrowed it down to 2 towers

http://www.overstock.com/Gifts-Flowers/Armarkat-65-inch-Cat-Tree-Condo-and-Scratcher/4413815/product.html?rcmndsrc=2#custreviews

and

http://www.walmart.com/ip/Penn-Plax-Deluxe-Cat-Cottage-with-Lounging-Tower-in-Blue-Gray-Cats/12438560#ShortReviewTitleBar

well i like the first one because it seems much more fun for a cat.

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KITTY CONDO 2 LEVEL TIGER Description: 2 LEVEL KITTY CONDO TIGER PRINT Label Instructions: REMOVE FROM BOX, READY TO USE. Product Use: FURNITURE PROVIDES FOR YOUR CAT A SCRATCHING SURFACE AND HIDING AREAS. Ingredients: CARPET AND HEAVY CARDBOARD TUBE. 13.5 X 13.5 X 22.5 . …

KITTY CONDO 2 LEVEL LEOPARD Description: 2 LEVEL KITTY CONDO LEOPARD PRINT Label Instructions: REMOVE FROM BOX, READY TO USE. Product Use: FURNITURE PROVIDES FOR YOUR CAT A SCRATCHING SURFACE AND HIDING AREAS. Ingredients: CARPET AND HEAVY CARDBOARD TUBE. 13.5 X 13.5 X 222.5 …

55 Cat Tree Condo House Scratcher Pet Furniture Bed-03 Over size : 55″ x 31″ x 24″ Base board size : 20″ x 22″ Max holding weight : 20LBS Covering material : Faux Fur Board material : particle board Pole diameter : sisal Easy to assemble (An instruction in box help you easy assemble) All the covering material is made entirely from recycled material so it is Earth Friendly The pole also feature natural sisal surfaces for scratching NOTE: PICK …

Armarkat Cat Tree Condo Scratcher $278.65 Give your cats a place to play with the Amarkat cat tree house condo and scratcherIvory faux fleece-covered pet toy includes ramp and holds up to 80 poundsPet furniture is made of plywood and easy to assembleModel No.: B7701Post diameter: 3.5 inchesOverall dimensions: 36 inches long x 31 inches wide x 77 inches highPerch dimensions: 14 x 14 inches Base dimensions: 26 x 24 inches House dimensions: 20 x 14 x 13 inches and 14 x 14 x 13Step-by-step instructions included

Armarkat 65-inch Cat Tree Condo and Scratcher $175.21 Give your cats a place to play with the Armarkat cat tree condo and scratcherSky blue faux fleece-covered pet toy includes hanging tunnel and holds up to 40 poundsPet furniture is made of pressed wood and easy to assemblePost diameter: 3.5 inchesOverall dimensions: 38 inches (L) x 24 inches (W) x 66 inches (H) Perch dimensions: 12 x 10 inches Base dimensions: 22 x 22 inches House dimensions: 12 x 12 inchesStep-by-step instructions includedModel number B6605

Armarkat Cat Tree Pet Condo and Scratcher $157.92 Give your cats a place to play with the Armarkat cat tree pet condo and scratcherSky blue faux fleece pet toy holds maximum weight of 30 poundsPet furniture is made of pressed wood and easy to assembleModel No.: B3803Post diameter: 3.5 inchesOverall dimensions: 31 inches long x 20 inches wide x 38 inches highBase dimensions: 24 x 20 inchesHouse dimensions: 12 inches long x 8 inches wide x 10 inches high Step-by-step instructions included

Armarkat Cat Tree Pet Furniture Condo Scratcher $103.88 Your pet will love a cat scratcher pet condoDurable wooden pet furniturePet condo covered by stylish faux fur materialCovering Material: Faux furCovering Color: BeigeBoard Material: Pressed woodPost Diameter: 3 inchesOverall Dimensions: 16 (L) x 14 (W) x 42 inches (H)Base Dimensions: 16 x 14 inchesHouse Dimensions: 16 (L) x 14 (W) x 12 inches (H)Perch Dimensions: 14 x 14 inchesEasy to assemble with step by step instructionMax Holding Weight: 15 poundsModel number: A4201

GoPetClub Scratcher 56-inch Cat Tree Condo $269.16 This durable, quality cat tree offers a wealth of fun activities for your cats, with plenty of places for scratching, climbing, jumping, playing and even sleeping or lounging. This grey and tan scratcher furniture includes hanging balls and rope.Front bottom post can turnCarpet covering on the poles and condosHanging ball toys and ropeBoard material: Pressed woodIncludes step-by-step instruction and tools for assemblyColor: Grey and tanOverall size: 21 inches wide x 21 inches long x 56 inches highBase board size: 21 inches wide x 21 inches longSize of Condo 1: 14 inches wide x 10 inches highSize of Condo 2: 12 inches wide x 10 inches high

Condo House Scratcher 72-inch Cat Tree Furniture $344.17 Your cat will enjoy this durable leopard print cat tree and bed furniture. With a ramp and scratch posts covered with natural sisal rope, your cat can lounge and play in this cat furniture for hours.Color: LeopardOverall size: 50 inches wide x 26 inches long x 72 inches highBase Board Size: 28 inches wide x 24 inches longCondo #1: 20 inches wide x 15 inches long x 11.5 inches highCondo #2: 15 inches wide x 12 inches long x 10 inches highPerch size: 13.5 inches wide x 13.5 inches long x 2.5 inches highPosts: 10Levels: 15Posts covered by natural sisal ropeCovering material: Faux furBoard material size: Pressed woodEasy to assembleStep by step instruction and tools included

Cat Tree Condo Scratcher Bed 40-inch Furniture $186.38 Your cat will enjoy this durable cat tree and bed furniture. With a hanging bed and scratch posts covered with natural sisal rope, your cat can lounge and play in this cat furniture for hours.Dimensions: 33 inches wide x 24 inches long x 39.5 inches highBase board size: 24 inches diameterCondo size: 13 inches in diameter x 12 inches highTop bed size: 13 inches in diameter x 3.5 inches highBed size: 17 inches long x 12 inches long x 4 inches highHanging toy: OnePosts: FiveLevels: SixPosts covered by natural sisal ropeCovering material: Faux furBoard Material: Pressed woodEasy to assemble Step-by-step instruction and tools includedColor: Beige

Cat Tree Condo House Scratcher 70-inch Furniture $293.25 Your cat will enjoy this durable cat tree and bed furniture. With a ramp scratching board and scratch posts covered with natural sisal rope, your cat can lounge and play in this cat furniture for hours.Color: BeigeOverall size: 38 inches wide x 26 inches long x 70 inches highBase board size: 24 inches wide x 24 inches longRamp scratching board size: 10 inches wide x 25 inches long (sisal fabric)Top bed size: 15 inches in diameter x 4 inches highCondo size: 14 inches wide x 14 inches long x 10 inches highPosts: 11Levels: EightPosts covered by natural sisal ropeCovering material: Faux furBoard material: Pressed woodEasy to assemble Step-by-step instruction and tools included

Cat Tree Condo House Scratcher 62-inch Furniture $225.18 Your cat will enjoy this durable cat tree and bed furniture. With a hanging bed and scratch posts covered with natural sisal rope, your cat can lounge and play in this cat furniture for hours.Color: BeigeOverall size: 36 inches wide x 20 inches long x 62 inches highBase board size: 26 inches wide x 20 inches longCondo size: 10.5 inches wide x 12 inches highTop perch size: 14 inches wide x 14 inches long x 2 inches highRope: OnePosts: SevenLevels: EightPosts covered by natural sisal ropeCovering material: Faux FurBoard material: Pressed woodEasy to assemble Step-by-step instruction and tools included

Cat Tree Condo House Scratcher 72-inch Furniture $336.3 Your cat will enjoy this durable cat tree and bed furniture. With a hanging toy and scratch posts covered with natural sisal rope, your cat can lounge and play in this cat furniture for hours.Color: BeigeOverall size: 53 inches wide x 22 inches long x 72 inches highBase board size: 24 inches wide x 22 inches longCondo size: 21 inches wide x 16 inches long x 12 inches highPerch size: 15 inches wide x 15 inches long x 2.5 inches highPosts: 11Levels: NinePost cover material: Natural sisalCovering material: Faux furBoard material: Pressed woodEasy to assembleStep-by-step instruction and tools included

Cat Tree Condo House Scratcher 80-inch Furniture $372.52 Your cat will enjoy this durable cat tree and bed furniture. With mulitple levels and condos (rooms) and scratch posts covered with natural sisal rope, your cat can lounge and play in this cat furniture for hours.Color: BeigeOverall Size: 45 inches wide x 30 inches long x 80 inches highBase board size: 24 inches wide x 24 inches longBig condo size: 16 inches wide x 16 inches long x 14 inches highSmall condo size: 12 inches wide x 10 inches highBasket size: 12 inches wideTop paw perch size: 14 inches wide x 16 inches long x 3 inches highTop round perch: 14 inches wide x 3 inches highTop perch: 13 inches wide x 13 inches longHanging rope: OneHanging toys: ThreePosts: 13Levels: 13Posts covered by natural sisal ropeCovering material: Faux furBoard material: Compressed woodEasy to assemble Step-by-step instruction and tools included

GoPetClub 65-inch Cat Tree Condo House Scratcher $243.16 This Durable Quality Cat Tree offers a wealth of fun activities for your cats with plenty of places for scratching, climbing, jumping, playing and even sleeping or lounging.Color: BeigeNumber of Rope: 1Number of Posts: Posts covered by natural sisal ropeCovering Material: Faux FurBoard Material: Pressed WoodOverall Size: 25 inches wide x 27 inches long x 65 inches high Base Board Size: 24 inches wide x 24 inches long Size of Condo: 13inches wide x 13 inches long x 11 inches high Size of Top Perch: 13inches wide x 12 inches long x 2.5 inches high Model: F45Assembly required

Cat Tree Condo Scratcher 28-inch Furniture $119.11 Your cat will enjoy this durable cat tree and bed furniture. With a hanging bed and scratch posts covered with natural sisal rope, your cat can lounge and play in this cat furniture for hours.Color: BeigeSize: 18 inches wide x 17.5 inches long x 28 inches highRound house size: 10 inches deep x 12 inches longTwo Hanging balls included(Front) Bottom post can turnPosts covered by natural sisal ropeBoard covering material: Faux furBoard material: Pressed woodEasy to assemble Step-by-step instruction and tools included

Go Pet Club 50-inch Cat Tree Condo Scratcher Furniture $204.36 Go Pet Cat Club tree furniture is designed with quality durable wood and thick faux fur material. Your cat will love playing endlessly in this cat condo.Color: BlueOverall size: 32 inches wide x 25 inches long x 47.5 inches highBase board size: 27 inches wide x 25 inches longSize of condo: 17 inches wide x 14 inches long x 9.5 inches highTop of bed: 14 inches diameter x 3.5 inches highTop of perch: 14 inches wide x 14 inches longNumber of rope: OneNumber of ladder: OneNumber of posts: FiveNumber of levels: EightPosts covered by natural sisal ropeCovering material: Faux furBoard material: Pressed woodEasy to assemble with step by step instruction and tools includedAssembly required

GoPetClub Cat Tree Condo House Scratcher 38-inch Furniture $184.64 This durable cat tree offers fun activities for your cats with plenty of places for scratching, climbing, jumping, playing, and even sleeping or lounging. This cat furniture features eight levels, eight posts, and condo and basket for your furry friend.Color: BeigeNumber of rope: One (1)Number of posts: Eight (8)Number of levels: Eight (8)Covering material: Faux fur, natural sisal ropeBoard material: Presse woodEasy to assembleIncludes step-by-step instruction and tools Overall size: 33 inches wide x 18 inches long x 38 inches highBase board size: 21.5 inches wide x 12 inches longCondo size: 16 inches wide x 11.5 inches highBasket size: 12 inches wide x 12 inches longTop perch size: 17.5 inches wide x 11.5 inches longImported

Go Pet Club Cat Tree Condo House 54-inch Scratcher $231.81 Your cat will enjoy this durable cat tree and bed furniture. With a hanging ball and scratch posts covered with natural sisal rope, your cat can lounge and play in this cat furniture for hours.Color: BeigeOverall size: 21 inches wide x 24inches long x 54 inches highBase board size: 20 inches wide x 24 inches longCondo house size: 20 inches wide x 14 inches long x 11 inches highTop bed size: 12.5 inches diameter x 2.5 inches highHanging ball (The hanging ball will make sound when cat scratch it)Posts covered by natural sisal ropeCovering Material: High-pile plushBoard Material: Pressed woodEasy to assemble Step-by-step instruction and tools included

Go Pet Club Cat Tree 50-inch Condo Scratcher $201.51 Your cat will enjoy this durable cat tree and bed furniture. With a hanging ball toy and scratch posts covered with natural sisal rope, your cat can lounge and play in this cat furniture for hours.Color: BeigeOverall size: 28 inches wide x 26 inches long x 50 inches highBase board size: 28 inches wide x 26 inches longCondo size: 17 inches wide x 14 inches long x 10 inches highBed size: 14 inches wide x 14 inches longOne two-level stairwayPosts: Four (4)Levels: Six (6)Posts covered by natural sisal ropeCovering material: Faux furBoard material: Pressed woodEasy to assemble Step-by-step instruction and tools included

Go Pet club Cat Tree 50-inch Condo Scratcher $201.15 Your cat will enjoy this durable cat tree and bed furniture. With a hanging bed and scratch posts covered with natural sisal rope, your cat can lounge and play in this cat furniture for hours.Dimensions: 33 inches wide x 24 inches long x 39.5 inches highBase board size: 24 inches diameterCondo size: 13 inches in diameter x 12 inches highTop bed size: 13 inches in diameter x 3.5 inches highBed size: 17 inches long x 12 inches long x 4 inches highHanging toy: OnePosts: FiveLevels: SixPosts covered by natural sisal ropeCovering material: Faux furBoard material: Pressed woodStep-by-step instruction and tools includedColor: Black/beigeAssembly required

Cat Tree Furniture Scratcher 28-inches $128.68 This cat tree is easy to assemble and comes in a vibrant leopard print in faux fur. This item features a rotating post and a condo like feel for your cat. Color: LeopardSize: 18 inches wide x 17.5 inches long x 28 inches highSize of round house: 10 inches in diameter x 12 inches longTwo hanging balls includedFront Bottom post can rotate Posts covered by natural sisal ropeBoard covering material : Faux furBoard material: Pressed woodEasy to assemble with step by step instruction and tools includedModel number: F12

Go Pet Club 64-inch Cat Tree Condo Scratcher $183.65 The Go Pet Club Cat Tree Furniture is designed with quality durable wood and thick faux fur material perfect for scratching. This cat condo and house includes step-by-step instructions and tools for easy assembly. Color: BeigeNumber of rope: OneNumber of posts: FiveNumber of levels: EightPosts covered by natural sisal ropeCovering material: Faux furBoard material: Pressed woodEasy to assemble Step-by-step instruction and tools included Overall dimensions: 38 inches wide x 28 inches long x 64 inches highBase board dimensions: 29 inches wide x 15 inches longTop basket dimensions: 14 inches wide x 14 inches highHouse dimensions: 19.5 inches wide x 15 inches long x 10 inches highImportedAssembly required

GoPetClub Scratcher and 45-inch Cat Tree $160.5 This quality cat tree offers a wealth of fun activities for your cats with plenty of places for scratching, climbing, jumping, playing and even sleeping or lounging.One 2-level stairwayOne hanging ropePosts covered by natural sisal ropeFour levelsFive scratching postsFaux fur coveringMaterials: Pressed woodEasy to assemble with step by step instruction and tools includedColor option: BeigeCondo measures 14 inches wide x 14 inches long x 13 inches highTop bed measures 14 inches in diameterTree measures 17.5 inches wide x 17.5 inches long x 45 inches highModel number F04Assembly required

Cat Tree House Scratcher 70-inch Furniture $298.53 Your cat will enjoy this durable cat tree and bed furniture. With a hanging bed and scratch posts covered with natural sisal rope, your cat can lounge and play in this cat furniture for hours.Color: BlackOverall size : 38 inches wide x 26 inches long x 70 inches highBase board size: 24 inches wide x 24 inches longRamp scratching board size: 10 inches wide x 25 inches long (sisal fabric)Top bed size: 15 inches in diameter x 4 inches highCondo size: 14 inches wide x 14 inches long x 10 inches highPosts: 11Levels: EightPosts covered by natural sisal ropeCovering material: Faux furBoard material: Pressed woodEasy to assemble Step-by-step instruction and tools included

Armarkat Cat Tree Pet Furniture Condo $114.27 Your fur ball will love this cat scratcher pet condo. A durable wooden frame ensures durability. Covered in stylish faux fur Model: A5201Covering Material: Faux furCovering Color: BeigeBoard Material: Pressed woodPost Diameter: 3 inchesOverall Dimensions: 20 long x 20 wide x 52 inches highBase Dimensions: 16 inches x 16 inchesHouse Dimensions: 16 long x 16 wide x 10 inches highPerch Dimensions: 13 inches x 13 inchesEasy to assemble with step by step instructionMax Holding Weight: 20 pounds

Armarkat Cat Jungle Gym Pet Furniture Condo Scratcher $226.49 Your pet will love this cat tree pet furnitureDurable wooden pet furniturePet furniture covered by stylish faux fur materialModel Number: A7463Covering Material: Faux furCovering Color: BeigeBoard Material: Pressed woodPost Diameter: 4.5 inchesOverall Dimensions: 36 (L) x 32 (W) x 74 inches (H)Base Dimensions: 24 x 20 inchesPerch Dimensions: 14 x 12 inchesExtra Feature: Hanging TunnelEasy to assemble with step by step instructionMax Holding Weight: 60 pounds

Armarkat Cat Tree Tower Pet Furniture Condo $284.68 Your pet will love this cat scratcher pet furnitureDurable wooden pet furniturePet furniture covered by stylish faux fur materialModel Number: A8001Covering Material: Faux furCovering Color: BeigeBoard Material: PlywoodPost Diameter: 3.5 inchesOverall Dimensions: 40 (L) x 33 (W) x 80 inches (H)Base Dimensions: 24 x 24 inchesHouse Dimensions: 17 (L) x 17 (W) x 12 inches (H)Perch Dimensions: two 14 x 14 inches and one 15 x 15 inchesExtra Feature: RampEasy to assemble with step by step instructionMax Holding Weight: 80 pounds

Bungalow Cat Furniture Tree Condo $197.4 Give your cat a playground with this awesome Bungalow tree condoCat tree is covered in elegant faux sheep skin that will withstand the toughest clawsFeatures second story residence, ladder, two perches, rope toy and a dangly mouseAssembles in minutes with simple step-by-step instructions and provided toolsCleans easily with a vacuum and damp clothMeasures 47 inches high x 32 inches long x 23 inches wide

Casita Cat Furniture Tree Condo $159.99 Give your cat a playground with an awesome Casita Cat Tree Cat condo is covered in elegant honey-colored faux fur skin Sisal rope-wrapped posts will withstand the toughest clawsFeatures second story residence, ladder, two perches, rope toy and a dangly mouseAssembles in minutes with simple step-by-step instructions and provided toolsCleans easily with a vacuum and damp clothMeasures 48 inches high x 32 inches long x 23 inches wideAssembly required

Imperial Cat 01124 Giant Christmas Tree Scratcher 2in1 $130.13 Looking for a Christmas gift that makes a real big impression? Then look no further. The Giant Christmas Tree Scratcher is certain to bring holiday cheer to any feline. Boasting nearly three feet of vertical scratching surfaces on two sides and a “kitty tunnel” for horizontal scratching and play the Giant Christmas Tree Scratcher is the ultimate cat amusement center. In addition this shape’s sturdy design will withstand climbing and is great for homes with multiple cats. Comprised of 100 recycled materials and 100 recyclable. Includes a bag of Certified Organic Catnip. Made in USA. Outside: 12 D x 19 W x 33.5 H. Inner piece: 12 D x 10 W x 16 H.

GoPetClub 51-inch Cat Tree Condo $239.41 This 51-inch cat condo is great place for your cat to live a scratch. This pet condo features a ladder, hammock, and a scratching post. One hanging toyPosts covered by natural sisal ropeEasy to assemble Step by step instructionTools includedColor: BeigeOverall size: 30.5 inches wide x 26 inches long x 51 inches highBase board size : 24 inches wide x 19.5 inches longSize of big condo house: 16.5 inches wide x 12 inches long x 11 inches highSize of small condo house: 14 inches wide x 10.5 inches long x 10 inches highSize of top three perches: 13 inches wide x 13 inches long x 2.75 inch highCovering Material: Faux furBoard material: Pressed wood

GoPetClub Cat Scratcher and 59-inch Cat Tree $282 This quality cat tree offers a wealth of fun activities for your cats with plenty of places for scratching, climbing, jumping, playing and even sleeping or lounging.One 2-level stairwayOne hanging ropePosts covered by natural sisal ropeFaux fur coveringPressed wood board materialEasy to assemble with step by step instruction and tools includedColor option: BeigeCondos measure 12 inches in diameter x 10 inches highTop bed measures 13 inches wide x 16 inches long x 4 inches highTree measures 22 inches wide x 46 inches long x 59 inches highModel number F37

Imperial Cat 01042 Flip the Dolphin Cat Scratcher $16.25 Our Dolphin Scratcher is not just for relaxing! Its rough, tree-bark like surface is guaranteed to please a cat's claws. Comprised of 30% minimum recycled materials and 100% recyclable. Includes a bag of Certified Organic Catnip. Made in USA. Depth: 9". Width: 15". Height: 3.5"

Go Pet Club 36-inch Cat Tree Scratcher Post $157.91 From Go Pet Club, this Cat Tree scratcher post will give your cat endless enjoyment. The scratcher furniture is designed with hanging beds so cats can lounge and play for hours.Color: BlackPosts covered by natural sisal ropeTwo hanging toysCovering material: Faux furBoard material: Pressed woodEasy to assemble with step-by-step instructions and tools includedHanging beds measure 14 inches wide x 13.25 inches long x 2.5 inches highBaseboard size: 21 inches wide x 23 inches longOverall size: 26 inches wide x 27 inches long x 35.5 inches highAssembly required

78-inch Bungalow Cat Furniture Tree Condo $342.86 Bungalow Tree covered in elegant faux sheepskin Cat condo features sisal rope-wrapped posts to withstand the toughest claws Beautiful pet gift playground features a third story residence, multiple levels, porthole, four perches, dangly mouse and rope toyAssembles in minutes with simple step by step instructions and tools provided Cleans easily with a vacuum and damp cloth

78-inch Casita Cat Furniture Tree Condo $313.77 Casita Tree covered in elegant faux sheepskin Cat condo features sisal rope-wrapped posts to withstand the toughest claws Beautiful pet gift playground features a third story residence, multiple levels, porthole, four perches, dangly mouse and rope toyAssembles in minutes with simple step by step instructions and tools provided Cleans easily with a vacuum and damp cloth

64-inch Bungalow Cat Furniture Tree Condo $307.54 Bungalow Tree covered in elegant faux sheepskinCat condo features sisal rope-wrapped posts to withstand the toughest clawsBeautiful pet gift playground features multi-level residence and three perchesAssembles in minutes with simple step by step instructions and tools provided Cleans easily with a vacuum and damp cloth

64-inch Casita Cat Furniture Tree Condo $290.91 Casita Tree covered in elegant honey-colored faux sheepskinCat condo features sisal rope-wrapped posts to withstand the toughest clawsBeautiful pet gift playground features multi-level residence and three perchesAssembles in minutes with simple step by step instructions and tools provided Cleans easily with a vacuum and damp cloth

66-inch Casita Cat Furniture Tree Condo $299.22 Casita Tree covered in elegant faux sheepskin Cat condo features sisal rope-wrapped posts to withstand the toughest claws Beautiful pet gift playground features a residence, multiple levels and three perchesAssembles in minutes with simple step by step instructions and tools provided Cleans easily with a vacuum and damp clothMeasures 66 inches high x 31 inches wide x 28 inches deep

66-inch Bungalow Cat Furniture Tree Condo $253.51 Bungalow Tree covered in elegant faux sheepskinCat condo features sisal rope-wrapped posts to withstand the toughest clawsBeautiful pet gift playground features a residence, multiple levels and three perchesAssembles in minutes with simple step by step instructions and tools providedCleans easily with a vacuum and damp cloth

62-inch Casita Cat Furniture Tree Condo $224.42 Casita Tree covered in elegant faux sheepskin Cat condo features sisal rope-wrapped posts to withstand the toughest claws Beautiful pet gift playground features multiple levels, hammock, cubby holes, dangling rope and look-out perchAssembles in minutes with simple step by step instructions and tools provided Cleans easily with a vacuum and damp cloth

Bungalow Cat Furniture 52-inch Tree Condo $134.02 Bungalow Tree covered in elegant faux sheepskinCat condo features sisal rope-wrapped posts to withstand the toughest clawsBeautiful residence features main entry topped by spacious residence, dual perches high above for a mid-afternoon siesta or to survey his kingdom and a mouse dangle toyAssembles in minutes with simple step by step instructions and tools providedCleans easily with a vacuum and damp cloth

52-inch Casita Cat Furniture Tree Condo $155.84 Casita Tree covered in elegant faux sheepskinCat condo features sisal rope-wrapped posts to withstand the toughest clawsBeautiful residence features main entry topped by spacious residence, dual perches high above for a mid-afternoon siesta or to survey his kingdom and a mouse dangle toyAssembles in minutes with simple step by step instructions and tools providedCleans easily with a vacuum and damp cloth

40-inch Casita Cat Furniture Tree Condo $112.2 Casita Tree covered in elegant faux sheepskinCat condo features sisal rope-wrapped posts to withstand the toughest clawsBeautiful residence features main entry topped by spacious residence and dual perches high above for a mid-afternoon siestaAssembles in minutes with simple step by step instructions and tools providedCleans easily with a vacuum and damp cloth

73-inch Bungalow Cat Furniture Tree Condo $434.31 Bungalow Tree covered in elegant faux sheepskin Cat condo features sisal rope-wrapped posts to withstand the toughest claws Beautiful pet gift playground features multi-level residence, three perches and a dangly mouseThe base dimension: 24 inches by 28 inches Assembles in minutes with simple step by step instructions and tools provided Cleans easily with a vacuum and damp cloth

73-inch Casita Cat Furniture Tree Condo $380.27 Casita Tree covered in elegant honey-colored faux furCat condo features sisal rope-wrapped posts to withstand the toughest claws Beautiful pet gift playground features two residences, a ladder, a ramp, a nest, two perches and dangly mouseAssembles in minutes with simple step by step instructions and tools provided Cleans easily with a vacuum and damp cloth

72-inch Bungalow Cat Furniture Tree Condo $315.85 Bungalow Tree covered in elegant faux sheepskinCat condo has sisal rope-wrapped posts to withstand the toughest claws Beautiful pet gift playground features fourth story residence, ladder, two nests, two high perches and dangly mouse Assembles in minutes with simple step by step instructions and tools provided Cleans easily with a vacuum and damp cloth

72-inch Casita Cat Furniture Tree Condo $313.77 Casita Tree covered in elegant honey-colored faux furCat condo has sisal rope-wrapped posts to withstand the toughest claws Beautiful pet gift playground features a fourth story residence, a ladder, two nests, two high perches and dangling mouseAssembles in minutes with simple step by step instructions and tools provided Cleans easily with a vacuum and damp cloth

78 Classic Cat Tree in Silver Gray $113.49 Your fur ball will love this cat scratcher tree condo. A durable wooden frame ensures long-lasting quality.

Armarkat 65 in. Cat Tree Condo Scratcher Pet Furniture – B6605 $89.99 Pressed wood construction Faux fleece covering material Sky blue colored covering Dimensions: 38L x 24W x 66H inches

Armarkat Cat Tree Pet Furniture Condo Scratcher – A4201 $44.99 Pressed wood construction Faux fur covering material Beige colored covering Dimensions: 16L x 14W x 42H inches

Armarkat Cat Tree Pet Furniture Condo Scratcher – A5801 $80.99 Pressed wood construction Faux fur covering material Beige colored covering Dimensions: 38L x 28W x 58H inches

Armarkat Cat Tree Pet Furniture Condo Scratcher – A6401 $90.99 Pressed wood construction Faux fur covering material Blanched almond with silver grey colored covering Dimensions: 34L x 24W x 64H inches

Armarkat Cat Tree Pet Furniture Condo Scratcher – A6501 $99.99 Pressed wood construction Faux fur covering material Beige with silver grey colored covering Dimensions: 30L x 28W x 65H inches

Armarkat Cat Tree Pet Furniture Condo Scratcher – A6601 $99.99 Pressed wood construction Faux fur covering material Saddle brown with white paw print colored covering Dimensions: 35L x 20W x 66H inches

Armarkat Cat Tree Pet Furniture Condo Scratcher – B2903 $41.99 Pressed wood construction Faux fleece covering material Sky blue colored covering Dimensions: 25L x 25W x 30H inches

Cat Tree Condo House Scratcher 80-inch Furniture $143.99 Your cat will enjoy this durable cat tree and bed furniture. With mulitple levels and condos (rooms) and scratch posts covered with natural sisal rope, your cat can lounge and play in this cat furniture for hours.

Cat Tree Condo Scratcher House Post Pet Furniture 1211 $20.88 Thick baseplate to guarantee stabilityFaux fur covered platforms

GoPetClub 62 Cat Tree House Condo Scratcher Post Furniture $79.99 Your cat will enjoy this durable cat tree and bed furniture. With a hanging bed and scratch posts covered with natural sisal rope, your cat can lounge and play in this cat furniture for hours.

GoPetClub 70 Cat Furniture Tree Condo Scratcher Post Pet House $69.99 Your cat will enjoy this durable cat tree and bed furniture. With a hanging bed and scratch posts covered with natural sisal rope, your cat can lounge and play in this cat furniture for hours.

GoPetClub 70 Cat Tree House Condo Scratcher Furniture $69.99 Your cat will enjoy this durable cat tree and bed furniture. With a ramp scratching board and scratch posts covered with natural sisal rope, your cat can lounge and play in this cat furniture for hours.

GoPetClub Cat Tree Condo Scratcher Post Pet Bed Furniture $79.99 Your cat is sure to enjoy this durable pet furniture from Go Pet Club. The jungle gym furniture features ladders and scratch posts to keep cats entertained for hours. Assembly required

GoPetClub F2060 Cat Tree Condo Scratcher Post Bed Furniture $69.99 * Color : Beige* Overall Size : 28 W x 28 L x 70 H* Base Board Size : 23.5 W x 23.5 L* Size of Two Condo : 12 W x 12 L x 10 H* Top 3 Perches : 13.5 Dia* Number of Hanging Rope : 1* Posts covered by natural sisal rope* Covering Material : Faux Fur* Board Material : Wood* Easy to assemble with step by step instruction and tools included

GoPetClub F40 Cat Tree Condo Scratcher Post Bed Furniture $49.99 Give your pet a lovely perch with this Go Pet club cat tree. The tree features posts coveredin carpet and faux fur for your pet to comfortably rest on.

GoPetClub F54 Cat Tree Condo Scratcher Post Bed Furniture $69.99 * Color : Beige/Blue* Overall Size : 27 W x 34 L x 36 H* Base Board Size : 26.5 W x 23.25 L* Size of house : 18 W x 13.25 L x 13.25 H* Ramp Scratching Board Size : 10 W x 26.5 L (Sisal Fabric)* Board Covering Material : Faux Fur* Board Material : Wood* Easy to assemble with step by step instruction and tools included

GoPetClub F55 Cat Tree Condo Scratcher Post Bed Furniture $69.99 The posts on this Go Pet Club Cat Tree are the perfect stretching spot for your pet. The cat tree features a cat condo and two perches for your pet to rest on while surveying the land.

GoPetClub F56 Cat Tree Condo Scratcher Post Bed Furniture $45 This Go Pet cat tree is the perfect place for your pet to hang out, or climb. The posts are covered in sisal rope and the tree features two perches and one large cat condo.

GoPetClub Jungle GYM Cat Tree Condo Pet Furniture Scratcher Post $109.99 Your cat will enjoy this durable cat tree and bed furniture. With a ladder and scratch posts covered with natural sisal rope, your cat can lounge and play in this cat furniture for hours.

New Pet Cat Tree Condo House Scratcher Post Furniture $29.49 Brand New CAT Tree Scratching Post! This is a very nice and sturdy scratching post / play tree!

Common Cat Mishaps and How to Deal With Them Without Going Crazy

Inevitably, in the life of every pet owner, there are unexpected behavioral problems here and there that need dealing with. It pays to be understanding and patient with your cat, as many times the issue is fully fixable and just a matter of understanding pet behavior. Here are some of the most common problems owners report having with their cats, and suggestions on how to handle them.

Soiling outside the litter box.

This is something that many cats will do when the litter box is not kept clean. Like us, they want to relieve themselves in a clean environment. If you have a multiple cat household like I do, buy more than one litter box, use scoopable cat litter and strain it frequently to keep it clean as possible. I have one robotic cat box that automatically cleans a few minutes after one of the cats leaves it. It does a great job but it must be kept clean or it will malfunction. The bottom line is, keep the litter box clean.

Wherever the cat has soiled outside the box, make sure the area is cleaned thoroughly with appropriate cleaner. You can buy cat repellant sprays at the pet store, those work pretty well. If you don’t have any, spray the fully cleaned area with potent perfume, cats usually hate perfume and will avoid the area totally to avoid the smell.

Throwing up on the carpet.

If you think your cat is sick, ask the doctor by phone if the symptoms are worth bringing in kitty for a checkup. Cats barf, it happens. They get hairballs from cleaning themselves, or they eat too fast and hurl it back up afterwards. If I see blood in the vomit, that is when I know to call the vet and bring kitty in, especially if he isn’t eating. Don’t delay if that happens. But for everyday barfing up hairballs or overeating, those I prevent as much as I can through their diet. I buy dry food that is for “Sensitive systems” or “Hairball management”. Ask a vet other tips on supplementing kitty’s nutrition so he won’t feel the need to hurl so much. Surely there are more ways to prevent this, but watching my cats’ diets has cut down on their needing to vomit, considerably.

You bring home a new cat, and the new cat doesn’t like it.

Cats are territorial, and it takes some adjustment for everyone when a new pet is added in. Cats naturally react with hissing, maybe growling and swatting one another when really mad. I introduced a new cat into my household a year ago and he instantly got along with one of my cats but hates the other one. But, they have learned to tolerate eachother, and I bet when I’m not looking they may actually be buddies deep down. How I acclimated them to eachother is, at first I used a cat pheramone spray called Feliway in the room, which is a natural calming medium for some cats. It calmed my more hyper cat down somewhat. Also, a spray bottle filled with water works great if they swat at or get nasty with eachother. One good squirt of water, and cats will scatter. Basically, you are re-training them to live with eachother. By rewarding good behavior and quickly, calmly responding to unwanted behavior, they learn to mellow out and co-exist. After 30 plus years of cat ownership, I know all cats can get along eventually. I grew up with cats and we always listened to hissing and mayhem when introducing new ones. If they get really nasty, put one in the bathroom, and let them sniff eachother under the door. Gradually put the two cats together more and more until they are more tolerant of one another. Even now in my household, there is a hiss here or there, or a swat, but nothing catastrophic. Make sure to pet both cats when you bring a new cat in, so the they both see that you “approve” of them. Be patient and don’t lose your temper, as anger will make everything worse, not better. Don’t stir fear into the picture, stay calm and let them go through their meowfest until they calm down. They will, trust me.

Kitty likes to sharpen his claws on your couch and other things he shouldn’t touch.

Buy a scratching post, and a cardboard cat scratcher (found in pet stores). Put dried catnip on the scratching post to attract the kitty and he’ll be climbing all over it in no time. The cardboard cat scratcher comes already infused with catnip, and absolutely no cat will refuse that thing when they smell it. Put your fingers on the post as they are looking at it, and pretend to scratch. I know, it sounds dumb, but it works. Cats mimic their mothers when they show them to hunt, so they can mimic you, the human parent, as you “scratch” at the post. Praise them profusely when they do what you do and start to scratch. If you can afford it, get a kitty condo or cat tree. There are some great ones on online auctions, brand new. I bought a huge one for half of what it would cost at the pet store chains, online. It was easy to put together, and my cats live on it. If you get one, again, put catnip on it to show them how interesting it is. My cats live on theirs. It keeps them off the couch, and gives them something to watch birds from (I put mine next to a large window).

Your cat likes to jump up on tops of things he shouldn’t, such as shelves or the tv.

If the space is small, get a semi-tacky thick roll of painters’ tape (it’s sticky but not overly so) or double sided sticky tape. Put strips of it on top of the items you know he will jump on. When he jumps up on it, believe me, he will not want to do it again. My one cat loved jumping on top of my stereo speakers, but when I did this, he stopped doing it forever after one encounter with the tape. The idea is to make the environment unpleasant to the kitty, and that should do the trick quickly. For larger spaces like a chair seat, buy a Purr Pad at the pet store, which gives a mild shock when kitty jumps on the area. It comes in different sizes and doesn’t hurt the kitty, just shows him that the place he jumped on isn’t for him. Or, tape some balloons on the surface of a place the kitty wants to frequent. One claw touching those balloons and he won’t be wanting to go there again.

These are some tips my family and I have used for years to train our cats. Some cats are more mischevious than others, but that is part of their charm. Cats are a joy to watch, just watch a kitten play, it is fun to see such unbridled energy and excitement. Just show them what behaviors you expect of them, since they won’t know until you guide their way. Do it with love, and patience. And they will reward you with unconditional love for life.

About the Author

Carolyn McFann is a scientific and nature illustrator, who owns Two Purring Cats Design Studio, which can be seen at: http://www.cafepress.com/twopurringcats . Educated at the Rochester Institute of Technology in New York, Carolyn is a seasoned, well-traveled artist, writer and photographer. She has lived and worked in Cancun, Mexico, among other interesting professional assignments in other countries. Clients include nature parks, museums, scientists, corporations and private owners. She has been the subject of tv interviews, articles for newspapers and other popular media venues.

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