Top 5 Best Cat Trees (We Tried Them All)

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  • A great cat tree provides a healthy outlet for your cat’s natural instincts, minimizing destructive behaviors while maximizing your cat’s physical and psychological health. We tried these top trees and evaluated their sturdiness, cat-friendliness, and more. Read the buyer's guide: cats.com/reviews/best-cat-trees
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    0:00 Introduction
    0:13 Why Get a Cat Tree?
    1:17 What to Look for in a Cat Tree
    2:06 Our Review Process
    3:12 Armarkat 73” Deluxe Cat Tree
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    5:50 CozyCatFurniture 73” Large Cat Tree
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    7:59 Trixie Baza Senior Cat Tree
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    10:28 Trixie Miguel Fold and Store Cat Tower
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    12:22 On2Pets Large Round Modern Cat Tree
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    15:36 Conclusion
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  • @matttelfer1409
    @matttelfer1409 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1119

    I love our cat tree. I spend hours playing in it. The cat just watches me.

  • @ashleyferris5749
    @ashleyferris5749 3 ปีที่แล้ว +307

    I bought my first cat tree from Petco, it was fully assembled and on clearance. I remember the store was across the street from my 1 bedroom apartment, and my partner and I walked it over like crazy people since we didn't have a large car lol. I still have it I have had to replace rope and carpet but it was the best 90 bucks spent.

    • @janineheartandsoul
      @janineheartandsoul 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I’m going to check that out! I want one assembled. My kitten needs it now lol 😂

    • @beware8937
      @beware8937 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@janineheartandsoul trust me there very very easy to assemble constantly seeing your willing to spend 90 bucks and they all come with a alley wrench the only tool u need and screws included

    • @viveka937
      @viveka937 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Haha, thats so cute.

    • @Mark-OutWest
      @Mark-OutWest 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Cool. Personally I will never again purchase a pre-made cat tree as they are a nightmare to dispose of years down the road when they've become completely shredded or uncleanable. Tearing the things apart with brute strength, a hammer or a saw is no fun. I like what I can get on Amazon where it all screws/bolts together.

    • @jc.1191
      @jc.1191 ปีที่แล้ว

      I lucked out like that with a display unit at PetSmart. And my cat loves it. I had overlooked it's importance for years.

  • @antediluvianer
    @antediluvianer 3 ปีที่แล้ว +250

    You know you're a GENUINE cat person and presenter when the promo merch you're wearing has cat hair all over

    • @user-ei8rb7sj6c
      @user-ei8rb7sj6c 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      As a cat lover & fashion influencer, I declare a new trend-you’re not fully dressed without a few wisps of white cat hair on black clothing!

    • @Doxymeister
      @Doxymeister ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@user-ei8rb7sj6c LOL, IKR? Being a bit stout in my old age, I do tend to wear dark clothing. I've noticed it's almost impossible to even get my clean clothing from the dryer into the other room to fold, without at least a few white hairs! Two red and white small dogs and a new kitten--I'm doomed, laundry-wise! 🤣

  • @nexxterra
    @nexxterra 3 ปีที่แล้ว +463

    "why would you get a cat tree in the first place"...To grow more cats, where did you think cats come from?...silly!

    • @twilight5204
      @twilight5204 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Amassing

    • @lukemitchell1975
      @lukemitchell1975 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      lol thought you was serious at first

    • @nexxterra
      @nexxterra 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@lukemitchell1975 That is just silly, cats are only grown hydroponically!

    • @DrZoonotics
      @DrZoonotics 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Because it is a real tree-t for a cat.

    • @kittenmimi5326
      @kittenmimi5326 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@nexxterra that is the more practical way to do it

  • @creepywaffles4783
    @creepywaffles4783 2 ปีที่แล้ว +57

    I really appreciate the senior cat tree. I don’t have or have had a senior cat but my grand parents had 2 senior dogs. A small shiz zu and a golden. It was always heart breaks to see the little one try to get on the couch. They got a small ladder with 2 steps and she was so happy! And then with the golden after the other passed started getting old too. They got a plush staircase for her to get on the bed with them! It was so sweet!!! But eventually even that became too much and a while after she passed away.
    I really love and appreciate people who make accommodations for senior and/or disabled pets. They just warm my heart!

  • @ehdub13
    @ehdub13 3 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    I am building some custom cat trees to raffle off for our home-based, registered nonprofit rescue and this video was SO HELPFUL. It gave me some good ideas for new builds and for improvements on existing designs. Thanks for making this!!

    • @Dumbluck14
      @Dumbluck14 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Name of your business???

  • @-anxiety-8733
    @-anxiety-8733 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    This channel ( especially this video) helped my families cat life! We got a new kitten and she likes being high, climbing and hiding. This helped so much!!!!

  • @basumner6989
    @basumner6989 3 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    Hi Mallory, I bought your recommended tree (the Armakat 73") and my two cats love it. It was less expensive than I thought and easy to assemble. Thank you so much!!

  • @user-ou7kc7lh3o
    @user-ou7kc7lh3o 3 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    This is the one review I’d have to disagree with. I’ve had cat trees with the “plush” material and the microfibres shed and can be easily ingested/inhaled. My throat felt itchy after setting one up so I can’t even imagine the cats laying on it, scratching, licking it everyday. All my cat trees are now carpet. I really like Cat Condo.

    • @AllAboutCatsYT
      @AllAboutCatsYT  3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Good point! The New Cat Condos tree is one of the best on the market; unfortunately, it became unavailable at the time when I was ordering for the review. It is mentioned as one of the best options in our written review. Again, thank you for sharing your thoughts and experience.

  • @elmustain5953
    @elmustain5953 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I love that I was just looking to buy a new cat tree (the old one is about 5 years old), and this pops up. Super helpful!! Thank you so much!

  • @TheLo354
    @TheLo354 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Thank you for your reviews. I’m a new cat mom and was overwhelmed by the choices out there.

  • @babygal9702
    @babygal9702 3 ปีที่แล้ว +117

    I was just thinking I hope that they have a video about cat trees & BOOM

    • @HeidiSchweichler
      @HeidiSchweichler 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      😂 yeah, same thing happened to me. Are you sure you were just THINKING? I was talking today with a friend about getting a cat tree and this same video popped in my Home videos... but now I know why: th-cam.com/video/CVazBWGgg64/w-d-xo.html

    • @mikaylamessina6446
      @mikaylamessina6446 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Me too!! 😂😂

    • @skatertrader
      @skatertrader 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Google Voice aka "Big brother" hears you, watches you, then gives you advertisements based off google searches and what you say into your phone

  • @thetheflyinghawaiian
    @thetheflyinghawaiian 3 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    Meanwhile my cat wont touch a cat tree with a stick, but he loves upright pianos and christmas trees.

    • @TheSherri27
      @TheSherri27 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Neither of mine like them.

    • @jenniferbellshride6776
      @jenniferbellshride6776 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      My cat only wants attention when I go to bed. So she stays on cat tree when I am the living room

    • @misssunnydee
      @misssunnydee 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Have you tried a different place? I've come to notice that a few things are important in order for a cat to use a tree: 1 stability (too wobbly or even just tiny movements and they might not like it) 2. Location in the most used room by their hoomans, preferably close to where your scent is most. 3. View - can they look out of the window and/ or keep his eye on you. 4. Does it fit their character in regards to scratching preference (not every cat likes sisal or that carpet stuff) and lounging.
      Just moving it to another place in your living room might suddenly see action on the tree.

    • @belmum1689
      @belmum1689 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Adam you have to train your cat to use a cat tree, encourage climbing of the tree with play and give treats if your cat paws at the tree &/or climbs on the cat tree, plus take your shirt off and rub it all over the cat tree and leave it there, you can also rub your cat's favorite blanket, toy &/or bed against the cat tree make the tree smell like you and most importantly your cat.

    • @sarasthoughts
      @sarasthoughts 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's probably the placing or the instability!

  • @RareNine
    @RareNine 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I cannot tell you enough how much I love this channel! Thank you for everything you do! ❤

  • @LetsProblemSolve
    @LetsProblemSolve ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thank you for your review! I got the first one from FB market for $50 5yrs ago. Best money I ever spent. We don't purchase the new posts from the store we just get some sissal rope and hot glue and a staple gun and replace them as needed. Our cat's love it I wish we had a second one!

  • @jenniferbalesteri2810
    @jenniferbalesteri2810 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just love your comprehensive reviews…and especially the adorable Wessie and Forest footage! LOL when Wessie was licking the white plush😻😹😻. Your channel has helped me in many ways! Thank you!

  • @Mikayla21
    @Mikayla21 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Hi Marlorie your videos have been so helpful! I’m fostering three baby kittens I found in a bush and there now eight weeks old and are stuffing up my expensive furniture! Love your videos keep it up ❤️

  • @jesusserrano3673
    @jesusserrano3673 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is great feedback. I have 4 bengal cats and I'm sure they're going to love this!!!

  • @MURZBO
    @MURZBO 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Omg clicked on your Amazon link there's literally hundreds of other elaborate cat trees to choose from it's overwhelming

  • @CroissantReviews
    @CroissantReviews 3 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    I foster kittens and this was such a helpful video! Im designing a new foster room, so this was good to hear. Im gonna post a video on it once it is done, so you can see which I picked!

    • @AllAboutCatsYT
      @AllAboutCatsYT  3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Leave a comment and link when you've posted the video. Looking forward to it!

  • @jenniferwillis2611
    @jenniferwillis2611 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I have 3 kitty furbies. Their fav is just the basic hammies without a lot of bells and whistles. I have 4 of them. Mallory does amazing research on products. I always look forward to her videos!!!!

  • @piggy8691
    @piggy8691 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    i love your videos so much. very informational and clear and helpful. thank you.

  • @CrystalJanelleTV
    @CrystalJanelleTV 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Senior cat tree, I never knew!!!! Fold and go is also just what I need!! Thank You!!

  • @TheEmbersFromAshes
    @TheEmbersFromAshes 2 ปีที่แล้ว +58

    There are some things to consider that I notice you didn't list. How easy or difficult to clean the trees are is one of them. I've found the velour/plush fabric used in many cat trees now to be much more fragile and difficult to clean/maintain than the old fashioned carpet covering. Cats barf and carpet is much easier to clean and much more durable. It's also easier to vacuum the fur from without tearing. Overall the velour/plush fabric may be more aesthetically pleasing but it just doesn't stand up well to cleaning or cat claws. You're going to need a vacuum with a very long extension hose for the really tall trees or be able to tip the tree over on its side to clean the uppermost platforms and cubbies. The sturdier the tree the heavier they are to do this with and if you anchor the tree to a wall which many companies recommend then that can be somewhat time consuming. Cardboard uprights, which I noticed most of the reviewed trees use, do not do well with moisture so if you have one or more cats with inappropriate urination problems it will be difficult to use enzyme cleaners on them as they'll eventually turn to mush or warp.
    I'm finding the sisal on sisal wrapped uprights doesn't last anywhere near as long as the rest of the cat tree. It just takes a small portion of it losing its adhesive or being pulled free by a claw and soon the entire string comes loose. This isn't just unattractive but becomes a choking hazard if you have cats with an affinity for eating string like things. Carpeted uprights don't have this problem and it really takes years for them to come unglued/unstapled/unsewn. I like the sisal but it's inclusion on the body of a cat tree pretty much dooms the longevity, aesthetics, and serviceability of trees it's used on. I have sisal scratching posts for my cats to use, separate from the cat trees. They're less expensive to replace when worn out.
    Platform and condo size are super important. Most condos and platforms on inexpensive cat trees are really not realistically sized for even average adult cats. The cutesy "fashionable" trees with like 3 platforms on uprights at the top are a waste of space unless you have very small cats or kittens. There are some that have condos and/or hammocks with the same problem. Sometimes I think the people designing these trees have never owned or even seen a cat. The highest platforms that use plush instead of carpet should also have sides on them to prevent sleeping cats from slipping off while sleeping, carpeted platforms tend to provide firmer support and better traction even without sides and are less slippery.
    The cardboard uprights tend to need frequent tightening and can easily strip out if over tightened as they basically use screws on one end with plastic internal nuts/fasteners.
    Tall cat trees should be anchored to a wall, especially if they have a small relatively lightweight base. Living in CA we have to anchor most tall furniture anyway due to the possibility of earthquakes and our energetic, large cats create their own quakes on a regular basis 😆😆😆😆😆

    • @brookepacey8149
      @brookepacey8149 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @EmbersFromAshes do you have any recommendations? as i'm struggling to find one suitable for multiple large cats

    • @inskee
      @inskee ปีที่แล้ว +4

      EXCELLENT comment/review!
      Spot on!!

    • @TheEmbersFromAshes
      @TheEmbersFromAshes ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@inskee Thanks 😊 We have a lot of cats so constantly replacing what amounts to disposable cat trees is just much too expensive and far too wasteful...there must be a ton of the things in landfills across the nation!

    • @marianna3253
      @marianna3253 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@brookepacey8149 I know your comment is 4 months old but I'm gonna reply anyway. My Maine coon loves a barrel-type scratcher, they're sturdy enough so that it doesn't move when she's putting her whole weight into it (she weighs 8kg/17lbs)

    • @Dumbluck14
      @Dumbluck14 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@brookepacey8149 a cat tree made for Maine Coons. I have had it for about 5 years and I cannot remember where I got it. Probably Amazon

  • @sallychamness2159
    @sallychamness2159 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    My boy loves carpet. He's an indoor kitty and has soooooft paws. He doesn't enjoy sisal ropes any. I think it's too rough on his soft marshmallow paws!😻 Thanks for sharing. ❤🐾

    • @2112res
      @2112res 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Marshmallow! 8D

  • @mieroth
    @mieroth ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Also worth noting that for quite a few cat trees (especially tall ones) you should be anchoring them to the wall for safety. If you - like me - are unable to do this you need to be especially careful with the tree you pick. I wanted a tall tree but knew I was getting two bouncy cats, so stability was top priority. Ended up getting quite a heavy tree that looks a bit similar to the first one in this video - but in the two bottom layers there were 4 columns on each level. So since it's both heavy and the weight is evenly distributed them running and jumping on the tree doesn't move it. You don't want a light/flimsy cat tree in this case even if it's easier to set up.

  • @ketameanii
    @ketameanii 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    thank you for existing im thinking of getting two cats in the near future and you’re helping me a lot

  • @alistercat
    @alistercat 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    We have the first one! My cat hates the hammock and avoids it at all costs. It just holds a bunch of toys now.
    Our favorite cat tree was one my parents got from Petco in the mid to late 90s. My childhood cats never scratched it so they had it basically new condition when I got my cat. He tore that thing up, but he loved it and it was so much better quality than any I've found today. It was heavier, the rope ball never came off no matter what he did, and it took a lot longer to rip the sisal. I've never found a tree with a ball that stays on now. He rips them off in a day.

    • @hengineer
      @hengineer 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      every cat is different, we have a cat that loves her hammock.

  • @jooj3699
    @jooj3699 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    I have the 76” from chewy. Great tree. Holds all three of my boys at once without even blinking. My older boy can only get about half way up because he’s not super comfortable with jumping, but it’s got a great bed for him halfway up and two hide boxes on the lower levels. My younger two go all the way up to the top and fight over the hammock. They all LOVE the tree. I think I spent $130 on it. Great material and great deal!

    • @pamelapetroni4741
      @pamelapetroni4741 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I LOVE CHEWY!! MY CATS DO TOO. THEY LOVE WHEN THE CHEWY BOX ARRIVES. THEY CAN'T WAIT TIL I EVEN UNPACK THE BOX BEFORE JUMPING IN IT 😸😻

  • @bethanygunnels9036
    @bethanygunnels9036 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Molly and Friends make the best cat trees I've ever had. Super sturdy, come assembled, and are made in the USA. I think their production got seriously hampered by the COVID shutdowns and I'm not sure if they are still in business, but I've had a MAF cat tree for 8 years now and other than some damage from scratching, it has held up great to my 15lb cat. My next purchase will be another one if they are still in business at that point.

  • @lindastrang6755
    @lindastrang6755 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I bought the first one and my cats love it.

  • @cb4435
    @cb4435 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for the thorough, thoughtful reviews!!

  • @alexnapier8925
    @alexnapier8925 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i guess today, im binge watching cat product videos while working, found your channel like yesterday, love the info

  • @hollyb8993
    @hollyb8993 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I have one of the Trixie fold and store ones and the best use for this is sitting in front my cats favorite sun soaking window where he can watch the birds at the bird feeder

  • @3dlovely
    @3dlovely 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great review and video! We had just purchased one about a month ago and are quite happy with it as are the girls. It is an Amolife 68 inch multi-level from Amazon. It was basically easy enough to assemble especially when we had two furry assistants. Thanks for sharing your findings. I am off to watch more of your videos.

  • @dnguyen78725
    @dnguyen78725 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for your feedback on the cat trees . I’ve been looking for one for a while for my cat and this video really helps !

  • @Anna08371
    @Anna08371 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    thank you for reviewing a senior one!!!

  • @patmx5
    @patmx5 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I have three different Armarkat trees here; I and the cats are quite happy with them and they seem to hold up pretty well. Some of the scratching posts on the oldest one (bought it about six years ago) are getting frayed and will need to be re-roped soon, but the cats love them and they are almost always 'in bloom' with a furball or two in residence. Their other favorite 'cat tree' is my electronics workbench; I often turn around to see one perched atop my oscilloscope or knocking something onto the floor. How can we can be certain that the earth is not flat? Simple - if it were, cats would have knocked everything off of it by now.

  • @mikefit3343
    @mikefit3343 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    The way your cats were snuggling their bodies against the carpet and hiding out inside the tunnel spaces were fun to watch -but interesting too study at the same time. Cats are very territorial and love to have a wide variety of exploration for them to navigate without feeling to caged into an area for long periods of time so the cat tree is a wonderful invention thanks to whoever came up with this idea.

  • @sangredelic
    @sangredelic 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I saw these crazy wicker "vases" in a thrift store once-they were about 8" in diameter and about 6 feet tall! They looked like termite mounds. Wish I would have grabbed them to this day because they would have made great cat scratching posts.

  • @ahcatwingsmew2323
    @ahcatwingsmew2323 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I just got a new cat tree and it’s perfect for my cats to look out the window and they love it

  • @elmocake2849
    @elmocake2849 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I put a soft fleece lap blanket in the cubby’s where they sleep. Omg, they love it.

  • @66mskhan40
    @66mskhan40 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I bought the Armarkat 73 inch cat tree after watching this video and our cat loves it! It's sturdy and decent quality. Our cat doesn't use the hammock because it's too low but she uses everything else.

    • @AllAboutCatsYT
      @AllAboutCatsYT  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Glad to hear that it's working for you.

  • @thecheesycats8073
    @thecheesycats8073 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love our armarkat that lasted 5 years but I can't find the company much anymore😢 so I really appreciate your detailed reviews!

  • @evetsaderes2721
    @evetsaderes2721 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I custom build my cat trees. If I can't stand or climb it (190lb) man. It's not made to last.
    For a few more bucks, why not get something strong?

    • @kelcritcarroll
      @kelcritcarroll 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Please give us some plans!🙁my cat tree is big and bulky and blocks half of the back sliding window……..

  • @kalikamaria2557
    @kalikamaria2557 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I love your reviews and would be very interested to watch and read a comparison of treat dispensing toys/balls! ;)

  • @dirtytatter
    @dirtytatter 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I bought a Armarkat Tree in 2007. I still have this tree today and my new kitten still plays on it and it's still in good shape. But I have to attach it to a wall. My Ragdoll loves it.

    • @dirtytatter
      @dirtytatter 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I just bought a tree from Amazon, Bewishome. It is cheap and built cheap. I think I'll end up getting rid of this one and going with another Armarkat in a couple of years.

    • @sacdigitaldesignweb
      @sacdigitaldesignweb 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I just bought a armarket for the four kittens I just rescued. The kittens don’t climb. They just sleep under it.

    • @dirtytatter
      @dirtytatter 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@sacdigitaldesignweb I can't tell you how many times I've bought something I thought was cool and expensive only to have my cat play with the box rather then the item. Cats, they can be a bit of a dick.

  • @kristinfrostlazerbeams
    @kristinfrostlazerbeams 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for this video. I totally ordered the cat trees I can buy replacement parts for. This was very helpful!

  • @icouldjustscream
    @icouldjustscream ปีที่แล้ว

    This was awesome, thank you!

  • @BoppityBeepBoop
    @BoppityBeepBoop ปีที่แล้ว

    Just invested in a tree for my cat! Bought the Armarkat 82 inch ivory color cat tree. It’s on the pricy side, but so far my cat has loved it. Definitely recommend, though the building process was tedious.

  • @mtrocine
    @mtrocine 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Sometimes the shorter cat trees are nice to go next to a window. I have two shorter ones in front of lower set windows in my finished attic

    • @alistercat
      @alistercat 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Me too! My cat's current favorite tree is a gray perch I keep by a window that is exactly window sill height. He chills there all the time and watches the wildlife. It's just one step up and then the perch that is a good size to lay down on.

    • @andrewharald88
      @andrewharald88 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi 👋

    • @andrewharald88
      @andrewharald88 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Michelle

  • @alexhardao2742
    @alexhardao2742 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for the clear comparison

  • @Skye_Writer
    @Skye_Writer 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I love that Amarkat makes tree replacement parts. I was just saying the other day it's a crying shame to have to replace an entire tree just because the scratching posts are stripped of their cording; we've tried replacing it ourselves, but hot glue does not hold up, and we don't use staples so the kitties' claws don't get stuck in them.
    That said, the tree did *not* look very stable and I saw a lot more wobble than I would hope to just with Wessie rubbing his face on the platform. My 2 furbabies are little at only 8 to 9 pounds a piece, but you get 9 pounds of cat running at a tree that isn't set into a corner and it seems like it would be easy to topple. Do they not have one with a thicker/larger base?

  • @DRSTICKEY
    @DRSTICKEY 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love your channel…you give great info and reviews !!!

  • @kellybroady6378
    @kellybroady6378 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    We bought our cat "mansion" at the Minnesota state fair in the 90s. We got a new one in 2017, they took the old one and gave us a 100.00 credit. It's not cheap, but lasts forever. We just recapped the spots that needed it. We have 4 total, all solid wood, nice and sturdy and guess how many the cats use. ONE! we had 5 cats when we purchased, down to 2 seniors who could care less about the mansion of a cat tree they have. Oh well, we have it for when we get kittens again.

  • @mandypdx
    @mandypdx 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My cats prefer hard surfaces. Thank you for sharing! 💕

  • @arif1979
    @arif1979 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Always enjoy your videos Mallory! I'm hoping for more variety in the future as opposed to almost all videos related to product reviews. For example, videos on tips/tricks, cat behavior, etc. I know Jackson Galaxy does a lot on these topics, but I would very much like your input and these types of videos too! I'm sure I'm not the only one :)

    • @AllAboutCatsYT
      @AllAboutCatsYT  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Ari, thank you for your comment! We plan to introduce more of that type of content in the future. As always, it's great to have you here!

  • @IamSquirrel
    @IamSquirrel 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I bought the senior cat tree. Your review helped me find the last tree I need. Glad I am not the only person that stresses on cat trees. I have had an armakat tree. They are pretty good trees. I just bought 2 pawnoma trees and a go pet club in leopard print. Just thought I would mention to pass some info along. 😸

  • @wavel2154
    @wavel2154 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    love the content!!

  • @AncoraImparoPiper
    @AncoraImparoPiper ปีที่แล้ว +5

    When I started to explore cat trees for my second cat who is a huge climber, I also discovered that most commercial cat trees have not been designed for cats at all because access to the different levels is difficult except for the most acrobatic. I bought one cat tree which is very high but only built it to half height to allow easier access. I've not decided to build my own cat tree ( easy for me since I love woodworking) which both of my cats can easily climb and connect it to my bookshelves and other high furniture items that will make it more versatile for both of my cats. Glad I didn't buy any more of these badly designed cat trees.

  • @hlaynaa8703
    @hlaynaa8703 3 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    Omg I clicked so fast but I was eating my churros and now sugar and cinnamon is all over my screen😭

  • @fludrbywest3886
    @fludrbywest3886 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much for all your information ❤ wow 😮 great information❣️

  • @FiveStarPicks500
    @FiveStarPicks500 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    These utensils for cats are interesting, especially if you love these beautiful pets.

  • @mandylee1950
    @mandylee1950 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I really love these videos, soo helpful when cat tree shopping! I have 5 adult kitties n excited to buy them a new cat tree.
    Would love to see toys that ur cats love or even treats or dry food u recommend. My one male is getting a little overweight n not sure how to go about helping him lose some

  • @eastercat
    @eastercat 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Just got my cat the Trixie Fold and Store Tower. My cat is very needy while I'm working at my desk. since it's easy to move around, I set the tree up next to me and she's happy to sleep on top of it.

  • @suewillis9074
    @suewillis9074 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Ran a small cat rescue for years and have had a lot of experience with cat trees. Almost all of them use cardboard tubes with round plastic end caps to hold bolts in place to join the tubes to a base and have a platform on the top. The plastic caps will break over time, leaving the bolt exposed. Replacement parts are expensive. I never use these types of trees now. Look for all wood frames. I have a large tree that's been in use for 21 years and the frame is still solid as a rock. I've just needed to replace the carpet and sisal rope around the posts that wear out from use.

    • @mashal.5634
      @mashal.5634 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      thanks for the advice!

    • @mashal.5634
      @mashal.5634 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      do you have any specific recommendations for cat trees with wooden frames?

    • @suewillis9074
      @suewillis9074 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@mashal.5634 Check for solid wood, not the thin 1/4" stuff, joins that don't move, a base big and heavy enough to not topple when it becomes a part of the NASCAT race track. If you're looking for something that's going to last a long while, you'll end up paying for it up front - they're not cheap. And they're not easy to find on-line, you'll need to do some searching to find a good company putting out a good product.

    • @mashal.5634
      @mashal.5634 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@suewillis9074 ahh okay, I'm looking for a good quality wooden cat tree but I can't find one .. do you know any good companies that sell them?

    • @AllAboutCatsYT
      @AllAboutCatsYT  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Masha, they weren't available at the time when I was ordering products for this review, so I wasn't able to include them in the video roundup, but New Cat Condos sells very highly-rated cat trees that are made from solid wood. Here's a listing on Amazon: www.amazon.com/New-Cat-Condos-Deluxe-Kitty/dp/B00VBBPKSO/?tag=best-cat-trees-20

  • @maddie77933
    @maddie77933 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    When your fav channel uploads!!!

  • @jccote6059
    @jccote6059 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    We have the Armarkat tree recommended in this video. My two cats love it. We have it for almost two years and it is still in good shape even if the cats do use the posts to scratch as intended. The cubby box is very popular with my cats during the winter when the sun hits the box and warms it up. I would buy it again for sure. They did not care for the rope so I removed it. Covered the hole and added a cat bed on the shelf…..instant favourite spot for them.

  • @masterofthecats740
    @masterofthecats740 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    These cats are living the dream life. I wish i were that happy (on my own. If im with my pampered princess Cloud im that happy)

  • @phyllismarony8948
    @phyllismarony8948 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks, very helpful.

  • @markharrisllb
    @markharrisllb 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    With our cat tree I found out 6 month old kittens make very poor assembly assistants.

  • @frankpeck1448
    @frankpeck1448 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for an amazing, as well as a thorough review of cat trees!

  • @jeffreyphipps1507
    @jeffreyphipps1507 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I built mine using MDF and 2x4s along a wall. It used carpet squares here and there because I wanted it serviceable. Because it's along the wall, it's anchored and can't tip over.

  • @glorijavogrin2857
    @glorijavogrin2857 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video 💕💕can you do how well trees hold after a long time😻😻🐾🐾stay safe 😻😻and which one you use 🐾

  • @MsGechi77
    @MsGechi77 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    These are so amazing!

  • @thelifeofzoe9201
    @thelifeofzoe9201 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I bought 220 meter of Sisal rope for my second stage of catifing my house and expand my first build cat tree which still looks great after one year of usage.

  • @ADustyOreo
    @ADustyOreo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    View #2! Thanks for this! Looking to get one for the hallway window but it has to be narrow and tall, hopefully not wobbly either.

    • @le9051
      @le9051 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      If it's narrow that could mean each level is straight up from the one below. Difficult for cats to navigate, she mentions this about #2. That was a big downfall of my purchase.

  • @MobileMusic
    @MobileMusic 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Fandrea Songmics 58" is the one I bought as it is the only big and comfy one I found for my Maine Coon cat who is going to be big.

  • @keaganalldred1978
    @keaganalldred1978 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome content!

  • @fatnsassy99
    @fatnsassy99 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Well done video 👍

  • @davidakin1481
    @davidakin1481 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great job great reviews

  • @gailhall6994
    @gailhall6994 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I don't know about most of these trees, but the one I have is a bit wobbly (they generally have one large screw in the middle holding the pieces together). But my biggest issues are that # 1 - the fabric they are covered in "inspires" a cat to scratch, which rips it apart. There are bare spots....and some damaged "board" underneath it! The second one of these issues it that the rope wrapped around the posts is in the middle, and most cats will stretch up and rip the fabric apart that is at the top rather than scratching in the middle. Some of the platforms are rather weak and sway with a big cat on them and could break. I replaced the top part of the posts (where the fabric was) with sisal rope.....they ripped that into coarse "hairs"! Just a few things to keep in mind if buying one.

  • @stuartsgp
    @stuartsgp 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    amazing thank you

  • @zapowee
    @zapowee 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great Video Thank you!

  • @kittenlizey7576
    @kittenlizey7576 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My cats/ foster kittens only really use the hammock bed as well

  • @MRPET111
    @MRPET111 2 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    I love our cat tree. I usually make a house for cats

  • @nicoleleung3518
    @nicoleleung3518 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Best cat trees I've come across are Contempo Cat! They're wooden with removable carpet inserts which are fantastic for anyone with cat allergies like me (and has long-haired cats haha).

    • @kittenmimi5326
      @kittenmimi5326 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I really wonder about pet allergies now is it really that mild? I've seen so many people saying the same thing. I am allergic to (blank) and my pet is a long haired (blank) but I use (blank) product and now all problems seem to go away

    • @nicoleleung3518
      @nicoleleung3518 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@kittenmimi5326 oh the allergies don’t go away unfortunately. They’re just SIGNIFICANTLY more manageable. Also a mixture of consistent cleaning, vacuuming, and good circulation. Sorry if my comment was misleading.

    • @NancyMartineziambeyonce
      @NancyMartineziambeyonce 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Where did you purchase one?

    • @nicoleleung3518
      @nicoleleung3518 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@NancyMartineziambeyonce Contempocat! They have their own website

    • @kittenmimi5326
      @kittenmimi5326 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@nicoleleung3518 oh I see thanks for your answer!!

  • @CherylRives462
    @CherylRives462 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love the video. I was super excited. Actually wanted to try the fold and store, but now it's doubled in price. Dang it Amazon.

  • @humilityfirst1402
    @humilityfirst1402 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have the Armarkat tree. It is awesome. Cat loves it.

    • @humilityfirst1402
      @humilityfirst1402 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      One of the benefits of the Armarkat tree that is not mentioned is the long straight portion for climbing. This is one of the main reasons we bought this one for our kitten that loved to climb her scratching post.

  • @uhavemooface
    @uhavemooface 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    If your paying over 140 for a cat tower it should have good if not the best stability. That should be the part that any cat tower maker should invest into when building them.

  • @nca521
    @nca521 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Why shess underrtdd love from earth💗💗💚💚

  • @stemirreviews
    @stemirreviews 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Useful!

  • @roxymcdonald6518
    @roxymcdonald6518 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I just subscribed to your channel today!! Love it!! I was wondering if you could do a review of cat water fountains? Also, do you recommend those tilted cat bowls for food? 🐈 🐈

    • @AllAboutCatsYT
      @AllAboutCatsYT  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Roxy, our very first upload was a video on the best cat water fountains! Here you go: th-cam.com/video/YHS9ddj2qJg/w-d-xo.html

  • @sharayahsolomon9653
    @sharayahsolomon9653 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I feel like I've found my ppl in these comments

  • @kathleenswenning9915
    @kathleenswenning9915 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you very much!!!!

  • @hengineer
    @hengineer 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    one thing you can do, is take your cat to Petsmart and actually let them climb on the cat trees in the store. We did that with purchasing our first tree, the one she laid down on was the one we bought.

  • @surplusbargains
    @surplusbargains ปีที่แล้ว

    Very nice and informative video

  • @lizfashiontalents
    @lizfashiontalents 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for such informative info... I have 6 kittens 😸 😍 they loveeee cat trees .... new sub here!! Enjoyed your content! Your furbabies are soooo 😍 cute!

    • @AllAboutCatsYT
      @AllAboutCatsYT  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! It's a pleasure to have you and your kitty family here! :)

  • @dkleath8697
    @dkleath8697 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow, such Spaciousness! ( I live in 5th Wheel Trailer w/my "guy" 🥴). TY, Mallory!

  • @kaikai52720
    @kaikai52720 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    These are great videos!

    • @AllAboutCatsYT
      @AllAboutCatsYT  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! Glad you think so. :)