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Choose the right size cat tree
Match the height, footprint and sleeping spaces to your cat and your home.
The Cat Tree UK guide
From finding the right cat tree to making your home more cat-friendly, explore practical buying guides and everyday advice.
Three useful places to begin.
Match the height, footprint and sleeping spaces to your cat and your home.
Discover the spots cats enjoy, with practical tips for windows, living rooms and smaller spaces.
Understand why cats scratch furniture and how to offer an appealing alternative.
Choosing a cat tree for a large cat? Learn what to look for in stability, platform size, scratching posts, weight capacity and beds for bigger breeds.
Choose a cat tree for a small home with practical checks for footprint, platform size, stability, climbing routes and multi-cat households.
Compare cat-tree frames, sisal, carpet, wood and plastic fittings. Learn what to check for stability, cleaning, scratching and replaceable parts.
Choose a cat tree for an older cat with lower steps, stable platforms and easy access. Learn what to look for as your senior cat’s mobility changes.
Choosing a cat tree for a Maine Coon? Learn what post diameter, platform size, stability, sisal, height and weight capacity to look for before you buy.
Choose a cat tree for your British Shorthair. Compare bed space, frame stability, easy access, hammocks, dens and practical placement.
Choose a cat tree for a Norwegian Forest Cat. Check stable climbing routes, spacious landings, bed dimensions, scratching areas and maintenance.
Find a cat tree that fits your Ragdoll. Compare roomy beds, supportive hammocks, stable frames, accessible levels and practical cleaning features.
Choose a comfortable cat house with the right internal size, entrance and position. Compare indoor dens, cleaning, multi-cat access and outdoor shelters.
Choose a cat scratching post that fits your cat. Compare height, stability, sisal and cardboard, placement, replacement parts and everyday use.
Compare cat trees with hammocks, supported baskets and slings. Check usable size, weight guidance, secure attachment, access and washable covers.
Choose a stable scratching post for your kitten. Compare adult-sized posts, low scratchers, safe access, placement, introduction and growth.
Compare freestanding corner cat trees and wall-mounted scratching pads. Check dimensions, scratching height, stability, fixings and placement.
Are orthopaedic cat beds worth buying? Compare support, size, access and cleaning, with practical tips for choosing a comfortable bed for your cat.
Compare tofu, wood, paper and corn cat litter, with practical advice on low-dust options, everyday costs, switching litter and safe UK disposal.
Understand GPS, Bluetooth and radio cat trackers, including coverage, subscriptions, battery life, collar safety and what to check before buying.
Are cat exercise wheels good for cats? Learn the possible benefits, limitations, safety considerations, sizing tips and how to introduce a cat running wheel.
Check cat tree stability, platform size, materials, anchoring and wear. Practical advice for kittens, large cats, older cats and multi-cat homes.
Learn where to place a cat tree, how to introduce it and what to inspect. Practical dos and don'ts for assembly, cleaning, repairs and everyday use.
Create a clean, calm litter box area your cat will actually want to use. Learn about tray size, litter, placement, cleaning, odour control and multi-cat homes.
Compare clay, wood, paper, plant-based and crystal cat litter, with practical advice on clumping, dust, cleaning, changing litter and disposal.
Going on holiday without your cat? Learn whether to use a cat sitter or cattery, what to leave your carer and how to keep your cat safe and comfortable.
Keep your home clean with cats using 10 practical tips for cat hair, litter, odours, scratching, bedding, feeding areas and pet-safe cleaning.
Create a stylish, cat-friendly living room with practical ideas for furniture, scratching areas, cosy beds, litter tray placement and small-space layouts.
Help your cat rest comfortably with 10 practical sleep tips, advice on night-time waking, choosing a bed and recognising when to contact your vet.
Make a simple food puzzle for your cat using cardboard boxes, toilet rolls and egg cartons. Includes safety tips, beginner ideas and ways to increase difficulty.
Learn how to clean cat pee from carpets, sofas, mattresses and hard floors, remove lingering odours and understand when accidents may need veterinary attention.
Feral cat ignoring your shelter? Learn how to improve its position, entrance and bedding, encourage exploration and recognise when a cat needs extra help.
Learn how to cat-proof your home, from windows and cables to kitchen hazards, with practical advice on safe cat tree placement, scratching and resting spaces.
A cat tree does not have to be by a window. Discover when window placement works, essential safety checks and alternative spots your cat may prefer.
Know when to replace your cat’s bed, when cleaning is enough, and how to choose a comfortable replacement with practical care and washing tips.
Remove cat hair from carpets with a sensible vacuuming routine, suitable tools and fabric-safe methods, plus tips for reducing everyday build-up.
Keep your cat safely entertained while you’re at work with food puzzles, cat trees, window perches, safe toys and a simple before-and-after work routine.
Weigh the comfort, sleep disruption, allergies and practical considerations of sharing your bed with a cat, plus how to create a good alternative.
Stop your cat climbing the Christmas tree with 10 safe, practical tips. Learn how to secure the tree, protect decorations and redirect climbing without harmful deterrents.
Why do cats like high places? Discover how vertical space helps cats feel safe, secure and enriched, plus how cat trees can support their natural climbing instincts.
Is your cat demanding food, attention or early breakfasts? Learn how to deal with a spoiled cat using routines, enrichment and positive behaviour changes.
Understand a cat's stare using posture, context and other signals. Learn how to respond calmly and when a change in staring needs veterinary attention.
Why do cats bury their poo? Learn the instinctive reasons behind the behaviour, why some cats stop covering it and what litter tray habits can tell you.
Learn the signs your cat dislikes hugs, how to offer gentler affection, and when a sudden change in handling tolerance needs a vet check.
Discover why cats watch TVs and phone screens, what their reactions can tell you, and how to offer safe screen play alongside real enrichment.
Nervous or fearful cat? Learn 8 gentle ways to help them feel safe, build confidence, reduce stress and know when anxiety needs veterinary or behavioural help.
Has your cat suddenly become shy or started hiding? Discover 8 common reasons, how to help them feel safe and when a behaviour change needs a vet check.
Find out what is known about cats eating grass, how to offer safer access, and when vomiting, plant exposure or a change in behaviour needs a vet.
Why do cats purr? Discover 7 reasons cats purr, how the sound is produced, why cats may purr when stressed or in pain and what their body language means.
Explore how cat trees support climbing, scratching and rest, how to choose useful features, and what to try if your cat ignores a new tree.
Explore the hunting, scratching, resting and communication behaviours pet cats share with wild relatives—and what those similarities mean for good care.
Read cat body language in context, from tails and ears to posture and sounds. Learn when to offer contact, pause an interaction or seek veterinary advice.
Learn how to observe your cat's personality, adapt play and resting spaces, and recognise when a sudden behaviour change needs veterinary advice.
Do cats recognise their owners? Discover what research says about voice, scent, names, faces, attachment, slow blinking and how cats form bonds with people.
Learn how to bond with your indoor cat through play, routine, gentle interaction, enrichment and respecting their boundaries. Includes signs your cat trusts you.
Do cats sleep more in winter? Learn why colder weather, shorter days and reduced activity can affect your cat’s sleep, plus when extra sleeping may need a vet check.
Find out why cats scratch walls and wallpaper, how to choose and position a better scratcher, and how to protect damaged areas safely.
Does purring always mean happiness? Discover the truth behind six common cat behaviour myths, with practical advice on companionship, safety and daily care.
Explore which cats may enjoy a harness, what to consider before trying one and how to introduce it gradually.
Understand cat aggression, respond safely to biting or fighting, recognise possible pain and plan calmer handling, play and multi-cat routines.
Is one cat bullying another? Learn the signs of cat bullying, why conflict happens and 8 practical ways to reduce tension in a multi-cat home.
Learn how to safely stop a cat fight without getting hurt, tell fighting from play, check for injuries, separate cats afterwards and prevent another fight.
Older cat hissing at a new kitten? Learn why it happens, when it is normal, how to introduce them safely and when hissing may signal stress or pain.
Bringing home a new kitten? Use our complete kitten checklist covering 15 essentials, from food and litter trays to beds, toys, grooming and safe spaces.
Do kittens need a playpen? Discover when kitten playpens are useful, how to choose a safe enclosure, what to put inside and whether kittens can use one at night.
Introduce cats and children calmly, plan supervision and safe retreats, teach gentle interaction and build practical family routines for care and play.
Choose a cat by individual temperament, care needs and health. Compare grooming, activity, household fit and responsible adoption or breeder checks.
Not sure whether an outdoor cat is stray or feral? Learn the key behaviour differences, what an ear tip means and what to do if you find one in the UK.
A stray cat keeps coming to your home? Learn how to check for an owner, arrange a microchip scan, help safely and decide what to do if nobody claims them.
Explore adult and senior cat adoption, questions for a rescue, health and cost planning, settling in and building a bond at your cat's pace.
Find 100 unique cat names grouped by personality, colour and theme, with funny ideas, elegant options, names for pairs and tips to choose your favourite.
Discover how the tiny spines on a cat's tongue help with grooming, how cats lap water, and which changes in licking or mouth comfort need a vet.
Understand cat-allergy symptoms, reduce allergen exposure at home and plan sensible next steps with medical advice and your cat's welfare in mind.
Learn why cats meow at their water bowl, which simple changes may help, and when changes in thirst, drinking or vocalisation need a vet.
Choose a complete cat food, compare wet and dry diets, manage portions and treats, and learn when kittens, senior cats or illness need tailored advice.
Learn how to tell if your cat is overweight using body condition, ribs, waist and weight. Plus safe weight-loss advice and when to speak to your vet.
Discover the main cat fur types, colours and patterns, how genetics influence a cat’s coat, grooming needs and signs of a healthy cat coat.
Learn what causes different-coloured eyes in cats, how odd eyes relate to hearing, and why a new eye-colour change needs veterinary advice.
Learn how to groom a long-haired cat safely, including daily brushing, the best grooming tools, preventing mats, bathing, hairballs and when to see a vet.
Why do some cats have a missing ear tip? Learn what ear tipping means, how injuries differ, and when to contact a vet or local rescue.
Understand overgrooming in cats, why medical causes need checking first, and how to record symptoms and make supportive changes at home.
Practical ways to reduce cat-theft risk, keep identification up to date and respond safely if your cat goes missing or you suspect they have been taken.
Know the main food hazards for cats, including onions, chocolate, caffeine and alcohol, plus what information to give your vet after an accidental exposure.
Learn why cheese is best left off your cat's menu, what to do after an accidental nibble and how to choose suitable treats or give prescribed medication.
Is your kitten teething? Learn when kittens lose baby teeth, common signs of sore gums, safe ways to help and when dental symptoms need a vet.
Learn common causes of cat sneezing, the warning signs that need a vet, and sensible steps to take while arranging appropriate care.
Recognise changes in your cat’s mood and explore practical ways to support them, including when to seek help.
Do cats get cold in winter? Learn how to keep indoor and outdoor cats warm, recognise signs your cat is too cold and know when hypothermia needs urgent veterinary help.
Understand feline diabetes, signs needing urgent help, veterinary treatment options, monitoring, feeding and practical routines for caring for a diabetic cat.
Build a gentle cat grooming routine, check coat and claws, understand dental care and bathing, and know when mats or skin changes need professional help.
Spot the signs of fleas, choose treatment safely with your vet and tackle the home environment. Includes kitten advice and warnings about dog flea products.
International Cat Day falls on 8 August. Find thoughtful ways to celebrate your cat, support rescues and choose activities your cat will enjoy.
Explore domestic-cat ancestry, early human relationships, ancient Egypt and newer DNA evidence about cats arriving in Europe around 2,000 years ago.
Explore the history of the Ragdoll cat, its development as a breed, coat colours and patterns, and the affectionate temperament it is known for.
Explore the Egyptian Mau's distinctive spotted coat, markings, eye colour and temperament, with links to cat trees for this active breed.