Cats need an appropriate area to scratch- and there’s really no getting around that.That’s because scratching does a lot more than just help keep kitty claws under control, it’s also a way for your cat to identify their territory. While not every cat tree needs to have a huge scratching area, your cat does need somewhere to scratch so always consider what options your cat already has and find a cat tree that makes sense within your current setup. How To Find The Perfect Placement For Your Cat Tree Condos/Caves – Some cat trees call them condos and some call them caves, but they are essentially small boxes with an entry. Your cat can climb in and get away from the world. The entrance needs to be large enough for your cat to get in comfortably, and the sleeping area should be spacious enough for them to stretch out. However, big cats can struggle with some of the trees on the market because they simply aren’t designed for the large frame, long legs, and extra weight of breeds like the Maine Coon. When looking for the best cat tree for large cats, you should consider the following features to ensure you get one that is right for your cat, and you. Size Earning perfect scores for setup, quality, size, and value, the Siegfried Cat Tree was, by far, the best option we tried. While assembly took about 50 minutes, the directions were clear, and the process was straightforward. The support poles, which are also scratch posts, are 15 centimetres in diameter, so they will take a lot of weight and because the whole thing weighs 130 kilograms, it takes a lot of human effort to push it over, so it is suitable for cats of all sizes regardless of their strength.

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It took us 50-minutes to assemble this cat tree, which was on the higher end of the spectrum among the trees we tested. The Armarkat 50-Inch Premium Scots Cat Tree is a large cat tree that your Maine Coon kitten can grow into and keep using as an adult. It has nicely spaced platforms so your small kitten can easily jump from level to level to reach the perch and condo at the very top.The best cat trees for large cats in the UK can be expensive, and the selection is somewhat limited. Fortunately, there are a few brands that make some solid, stable, and fulfilling cat trees that are suitable for cats of all sizes and breeds. You'll also want to make sure the cat tree fits in your home. Apartment dwellers may want to look for a compact unit like the Feandra Cat Tree, whereas those with large living rooms might consider something more substantial. And vertical towers often sit tall with a small footprint, which can help save space and leave you more room for other necessities, like an air purifier. This cat tree can support multiple cats and has spaces big enough for Maine Coons. It has two condos at the lower levels and two perches at the top. A better design would have been placing the condos and perches at different levels so that cats could enjoy more variety.

Beds – Adult cats sleep for around 18 hours a day, and they tend to have a few favourite places to nap. With sleep being such an important part of a cat’s life, it is hardly surprising that most cat trees include at least one bed if not two or more. For a large cat, the bed also needs to be large, and those with a plush cushion offer even more comfort and some additional warmth. The Hey-brother cat tree features a removable and well-padded platform cushion. Also, there are sisal wrapped scratching posts that will enable your cat to sharpen its claws. RHRQuality specialises in producing cat trees, scratching posts, and other items for extra-large breeds and they do it well. The RHRQuality Cat Tree for Large Cats XXL Royal Cat Palace is a giant of a tree designed for giant cats, but it does have a similarly large price tag attached to it.

Prestige Cat Trees 130012 Maine Coon Cat Tower made this specific cat tower in response to cat owners requesting a good cat tree for their large Maine Coons. It has large platform perches so that a Maine Coon can sit and lie down on them. They also have raised, carpeted sides to keep your cat safely inside.