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. We created the PEOPLE Tested seal of approvalto help you find the very best products for your life. We use our unique methodology to test products in three labs across the country and with our network of home testers to determine their effectiveness, durability, ease of use, and so much more. Based on the results, we rate and recommend products so you can find the right one for your needs. 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 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.

What I Love About It: This cat tree makes a safe and stable place for your older cat to enjoy napping and resting. 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. SizeHaving put together over two dozen cat trees ourselves, we can tell you assembly times vary greatly. Some are easy to assemble and can be set up in under five minutes, while others take over an hour. Make sure you're up for the time commitment and have all the necessary tools and hardware — and think about recruiting a buddy for an extra pair of hands. 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. But we don’t stop there: We also regularly re-review the categories in which we’ve awarded the PEOPLE Tested seal of approval — because the best product of today might not be the best of tomorrow. And by the way, companies can never buy our recommendation: Their products must earn it, fair and square.

Platforms – Platforms can offer easier access to higher levels, but they also provide somewhere for your cat to perch. In the case of top, cushioned platforms, you may find your cat enjoys spending a lot of time up there, watching the world from an elevated vantage point. Again, ensure that the size is appropriate for your cat and that the structure is stable enough for your cat to perch on top. 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. Scratching Posts – Cats not only enjoy scratching but they use it as a means of relieving stress, maintaining their claws, and playing. If you don’t provide surfaces that your cat is allowed to scratch, it increases the likelihood that they will scratch surfaces they aren’t supposed to. Cat trees naturally have columns in place, used for providing structure and support, and these are usually covered in a sisal rope. Sisal is a tough fabric, but it won’t usually cause injury to your cat so it is a good choice. It will last longer than fabric. The more scratching columns and posts on a cat tree, the better. It is difficult to judge the stability of a cat tree, but key factors include the overall weight and the size of the base relative to the structure itself. Look for those trees that are heavy and wide, especially if you are looking for a tall cat tree. Alternatively, some do come with fixings that can be used to attach the tree to a wall and ensure greater stability. Image Credit: Té De Gatos, Pexels Features Some cats love to explore vertically as well as horizontally, while some are quite happy with a simple post and bed. If yours is an adventurous cat, look for one with as many layers or levels as you can reasonably fit.Those platforms really are big with the top platform measuring 19.6″ by 19.6″! That’s almost double the size of many cat tree platforms and that’s a big reason why this cat tree also tops as one of the best cat trees for Maine Coons and big cats. 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.