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Cat trees are by far the most important piece of cat-only furniture that all indoor cats must have.
Not only do they satisfy all your cat’s needs, but they also don’t take up a lot of floor space. So even if you live in a small apartment, you can buy a cat tree for your cat.
Remember that your home is your cat’s entire world.
Cat trees meet your cat’s territorial needs and also prevent and solve many cat behavior problems.
I wrote an entire blog post about the mind-blowing benefits of cat trees. I hope this convinces you.
To put it simply, if you can’t live without a bed or a couch, your cat can’t live without a cat tree.
Adult Cat Tree Shopping Guide
Around 95% of cat trees available on the Canadian market are not usable for cats. And they are definitely less than useless for large adult cats in particular.
They are small and wobbly, with tiny seats and awkward designs. And they are mainly made to please the ones with the credit card.
I truly want to teach you how to shop for cat trees from your cat’s point of view and based on their needs, wants, and desires. Because honestly, most cat parents suck at it. I say that with love.
Check out my cat tree shopping guide so you know how to shop for cat trees and what to look for and avoid.
All the cat trees below meet the requirements in this guide, so you can understand why I chose them and why cats approve of them.
In the Canadian market, the only place I found with a huge selection of high-quality cat trees that are also suitable for large adult cats is Wayfair Canada. So all the cat trees below are available there.
The cat trees below are also suitable for small to medium size cats, for growing kittens, and they will last a lifetime. So they are definitely worth the investment.
How Many Cat Trees Do You Need?
Regardless of how many cats you have, the number of cat trees you need depends mainly on the size of your home.
Since a bigger home requires more furniture, a bigger home also requires more cat trees.
It’s that simple.
The rule of thumb is:
One main cat tree per room or space.
If you have a large open space, you can definitely have more cat trees in there.
The cat tree should always be placed facing a window or balcony.
This will maximize your cat’s use of it while also giving them proper access to nature and fresh air, which is non-negotiable for indoor cats.
So:
- For a studio apartment: Minimum one main cat tree.
- For a one-bedroom apartment: Minimum two main cat trees.
- For a two-bedroom apartment: Minimum three main cat trees.
If you live in a large house, five to seven cat trees are usually sufficient.
The Difference Between Main and Secondary Cat Trees
It’s simple.
Main cat trees are the biggest, tallest ones, and they are the ones you should buy first.
Main cat trees are the key cat trees that satisfy all your cat’s needs.
Secondary cat trees, on the other hand, are usually smaller and shorter. They complement main cat trees and can be added if you have additional spaces.
Best Main Cat Trees for Up to 3 Cats
For three cats, the cat tree must have at least three top seats, not necessarily at the same level, to avoid any conflict over territory between your cats and allow all of them to comfortably share the cat tree at the same time.
The cat tree must also be heavy enough to handle all three cats doing their cardio workouts at the same time.
Prestige Maine Coon Cat Tree 65” H (3 Top seats, 17” D)
Prestige Maine Coon Cat Tree 65” H (3 Top seats, 17” D, With enclosed base condo)
Prestige Maine Coon Cat Tree 55” H (3 Top Seats, 19” D)
Prestige Maine Coon Cat Tree 57” H (3 Top Seats, 19”-20” D)
Prestige Maine Coon Cat Tree 55” H (4 Top Seats, 16.5” D)
Check out my full collection of main cat trees for up to three cats on my Wayfair Canada storefront.
I regularly test and add new products there.
Best Main Cat Trees for Up to 2 Cats
For two cats, the cat tree must have two top seats, not necessarily at the same level, to avoid any conflict over territory and allow both your cats to comfortably share the cat tree at the same time.
Cat trees for three cats will absolutely work for two cats, but not the other way around.
Prestige Cat Tree 70” H (2 Top Seats, 17” D)
Prestige Cat Tree 84” H (2 Top Seats, 20.5” L, 16.5” D)
Prestige Cat Tree 82” H (2 Top Seats including a cylinder, 23” L, 17” D)
Tucker Murphy Pet Cat Tree 64.2” H (2 Top Seats including a basket 18.9”, 17.7” D)
Browse my full collection of main cat trees for up to two cats on my Wayfair Canada storefront.
Best Main Cat Trees for Up to 1 Cat
For one cat, all we need is a cat tree with one large, comfortable top seat. That’s it. Therefore, these are the easiest cat trees to find.
Cat trees for three cats and cat trees for two cats will absolutely work for one cat as well.
New Cat Condos Cat Tree 63” H (15” D seats, has a cylinder)
New Cat Condos Cat Tree 65” H (17” D seats)
Armarkat Cat tree 78” H (15” L seats)
Tucker Murphy Pet 56.3 H (23.6 L, 17.7 D, has a basket)
New Cat Condos Cat Tree 55” H (15” D seats)
Explore my full collection of main cat trees for up to one cat on my Wayfair Canada storefront.
Best Secondary Cat Trees
Here are some great secondary cat trees to add to your main cat trees if you have extra space.
Prestige Cat Tree 46” H (3 Top Seats, 18.5” L)
Prestige Cat Tree 56” H (2 Top Seats, 19” L, 17” D)
Prestige Cat Tree 46” H (2 Top Seats, 19.5” D)
New Cat Condos Cat Tree 51” H (2 Top Seats, 17” L)
Hatch Cat tree 42” H (1 Top Seat, 16” L, has a cylinder)
Ware Pet Products Cat tree 49.5” H (1 Top Seat, 20” L)
TRIXIE Cat Tree 55.5” H (1 Top Seat, 23.5” D)
My full collection of secondary cat trees is also available on my Wayfair Canada storefront.
Conclusion
If you don’t have cat furniture or need to upgrade what you have, high-quality cat trees for adult cats are your starting point.
I hope this post helps you filter through the noise and redirects you toward cat trees that your cat will love and enjoy for years to come.
Happy cat tree shopping!
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