Factors in choosing their new tree

Over the last eighteen years, there are some very important lessons that I have learned about cat trees provide for cats. 

Scratching: Like it or not, most cats have an innate need to scratch and yes, they will go after the most rewarding feel they can find. Unfortunately your furniture can become the number one target. Some cats will prefer scratching carpet (choose the Fantasy tree). Most prefer scratching a really solid, natural sisal. Put a few scratch posts around the house. It will be a good idea. 

Exercise: Paying attention to their health, especially their weight should start at an early age. Choosing a tree which will encourages activity will make a huge difference in a cats life.           

Height: Cats love to be high up. We've all seen how the top spot is the favourite. however, more than a competitive game, it's the safety of being up high that makes them want to be up there. I was at a cat show which was within a pet show and on-leash were passing by. A friend who had a young kitten came by and the poor thing was shaking like a leaf, eying the dogs very warily. We put the cat up in the cave of a Fantasy tree and the change in the cats demeanour was instant. It relaxed. It took on an air of superiority. It settled with its paws out over the front edge of the cave and without a care in the world. A pet psychologist one told me that getting the cats up high will destress them and they will live a longer life. I can believe it.