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Cat Play House Buyer’s Guide

by Xadia Cashif
Cat Play House Buyer’s Guide

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  • Factors to consider before Buying a Cat house
  • Types of Cat House
  • Size and Levels of Cat House
  • Age of your Cat
  • Size of your cat
  • Personality of Cat
  • Material of Cat House
  • Sturdiness, Stability of cat condo
  • Weight of Cathouse
  • Assembly
  • Cost
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Cats are restless creatures and they love to do running, jumping, scratching, lounging, and hiding which keeps them healthy and happy. A cat playhouse provides cats a sufficient space with height and different probs and toys to enjoy the time in a cozy place especially when cats get scared of robots, vacuum cleaners,s, and battery-operated kids’ toys. Moreover, it protects your furniture and fixtures from cat’s paws scratching and provides an engaging house for cats.

There are different playhouses for cats in the market like cat condos, cat trees, cat houses, etc. The question is what type of playhouse is suitable for your cat.  You need to consider some factors so that you can acquire one of the Best Cat Play Houses.

Factors to consider before Buying a Cat house

  • Different types of cat houses
  • The size of your cat house and the size of the place where you intend to place it
  • Age of your cat
  • The size of your cat
  • Cat’s personality and aptitude
  • Material of the cat house
  • Sturdiness and stability
  • Durability
  • Weight of cat house
  • Assembly
  • The cost

Types of Cat houses

Types of Cat House

There are three types of cat houses in the market;

Freestanding: These are most common and need to assemble and place where you intend to keep the cat house. Freestanding cat houses come in various sizes and levels.

Wall Mounted: If you live in a small apartment then you can save space by providing your cat with a wall-mounted cat house. These types of cat condos come in various levels and provide the cat with a unique climbing experience on the wall.

Hanging: These types of cat houses come either come in the form of a basket or a platform to hang in the ceiling. So that cat can enjoy the cozy space and observe the surrounding from a certain height.

Size and Levels of Cat House

Size of cat house

You need to consider the size of the cat house to ensure that it may fit in a place where you need to keep it.  There are different sizes;

Small: Small cat houses come either in the form of a box or a basket. These are suitable for kittens and small spaces. These houses provide ample space for cats to hide and play.

Medium: Mid-size cat houses have 2 platforms or levels and provide space for the cat to perch, play, hide and enjoy the surrounding from height.

Large: Large cat houses come in the form of trees and have a minimum of three platforms or levels with hiding holes, built-in toys, grooming Aid, contains catnip, sisal scratching posts.

Extra Large: Super Large cat trees are tall and have more than 4 levels or platforms. These are suitable for multiple cat owners. They have all the key features in a cat house. An extra-large cat tree or house is mostly the main attraction of the room.

Age of your Cat

Consider the age of your cat before buying a cat house. If your cat is young then it may be active and love to jump, climb and play and will utilize all the levels of a cat house. But if your cat is old, it is useless to buy a taller tower for an older cat.

Size of your cat

If your cat is in a heavier size then make sure that cat house must be sturdy and must be at least 16 lbs or more in weight. Large cat condos are suitable for big cats. You can visit large cat tree UK that suggests suitable cat houses for large cats.   Not only weight but the dimension of the platform also matter. Look out that whether there is enough space for your cat to sit comfortably.

Personality of Cat

If your cat is active then cat house with catnip and arches covered with brushlike bristles and scratching posts are suitable for your cat. If your cat is lazy then a simple cat tower with multiple posts and a comfy bed is your thing. If your cat loves to stay in a carton or packing box then a cat house with a single collapsable box and scratch post is better.

Material of Cat House

You must consider the material of a cat house that must also match your home decor as well as has the tendency to clean easily. There are different materials like;

Solid Wood: These are the most durable but expensive

Practical board: CAt house made of the practical board are cost-saving but not durable.

Rope:  Cat houses made of rope are suitable for cats that love to scratch.

Carpet: Carpets are comfy and soft. Cats love to scratch the carpet as well.

Fabric: Different types of fabric used on cat houses like faux fabric, cloth, or carpet. Consider the personality of your cat and buy accordingly.

All of these materials are flammable so keep the cat house away from fire.

Sturdiness, Stability of cat condo

A stable and sturdy base is essential to ensure the safety of your cat. A wobbly cat house or cat tree is dangerous for cats and kids. Do not waste money to buy a cheap cat house because the cat will not stay there once the pet finds it unstable.

Weight of Cathouse

You must also consider the weight of the cat house. A heavy cat house does not necessarily mean a stable one. Remember that you need to move the cat house for cleaning purposes. It should be light enough to move around easily. But make sure that it must be sturdy and stable no matter what is the weight of the cat condo.

Assembly

Some cat houses come pre-assembled but most require the assembly. Read out the reviews about the complicated or convenient units. Remember that the more the features, the more complex the assembly would be.

Read the instruction carefully and it is better to watch a tutorial on youtube or any other platform, where it is available to avoid frustration and wastage of time.

Cost

Last but not least is the cost of the cat house. Cat houses are available at $50 to $200 in the market. It depends upon the size, quality, number of features, and material of a cat house.

Final Verdict

I will suggest you first find out your budget then consider the personality and size of your cat. Then shortlist the best cat houses and choose the best one with all the key features having stability and durability as well as match the theme of your house.

 

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Author Bio

Xadia Cashif
Xadia Cashif
She has been analyst, beauty expert, mom of 2, cook, teacher, content writer, and a reviewer with a passion to have a smart home with her husband. She often tests new things and gadgets that come into the market with the help of her team to review items. When she’s not at her computer, you can find her at her kitchen, busy with 2 kids, or maybe on Pinterest @xadiacashif where she likes to share about her lifestyle and work. Alternatively, try her email at xadcash@gmail.com, and she’ll probably shoot you back a list of her favorite and latest gizmos.
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