Introduction

You’ve probably noticed that your cat has a thing for climbing up things. Maybe it’s the back of your toilet, or maybe it’s a stack of books that you needed to return to the library anyway. Whatever it is, we all know how frustrating this can be when your kitty decides to sit there for hours on end. Luckily for you, I have a solution: Cat trees! Yes, those overpriced pieces of furniture are actually great investments if you want to keep your feline friends from doing something they shouldn’t be doing (or at least keep them happy while they do)! In this blog post I’ll outline some of my favorite tips on how to make sure that your cat is happy with their new piece of furniture and not just using it as an excuse not move off something else in our homes (like my guest bathroom sink).

Get your cat accustomed to a new piece of furniture.

You can introduce a cat tree slowly. Place it in an area where your cat spends time and watch for signs that he or she is curious about the new piece of furniture. Some cats will explore, sniff, rub against it and even sleep on it right away! Other cats are too suspicious to approach at first—if this is the case with your cat, leave him alone for a few days then try again. Once you see that your cat has accepted the tree as part of his environment (this usually takes about 1–2 weeks), start putting him on top of it by hand if he’s willing to climb up (you may have to coax him with treats). If he isn’t interested in climbing up himself yet, place him there using two hands under his belly or wrap him up in a towel and gently transfer him from one spot to another.

Don’t force anything: if your cat does not want onto/in/around the tree after 2-3 tries then stop trying for now until later when you feel he has been given enough time to adjust to its presence without feeling threatened by its proximity or forced into something new which might raise his stress levels further than necessary at this point in time when introducing something new is already stressful enough without needing additional anxiety caused by forcing them into doing something they aren’t ready for yet either physically or emotionally!

Provide a familiar environment.

The first step to getting your cat accustomed to a new piece of furniture is to provide them with a familiar environment. Cats like routine, and if you can find a spot where they already spend most of their time, it’ll be easier for them to adjust if you put the cat tree there.

Also, make sure that room is safe from other animals and children. If your pet has any sort of anxiety or fear issues it could cause them more stress if there are unfamiliar sensations nearby. Also make sure that no wires or cords are close by on the floor as they can get tangled in these things while climbing up or down off the tree and may cause injury!

Use the new cat tree as a feeding station.

• Make it fun to eat: You can make eating from the top of a cat tree fun for your cat by placing their food bowl at the highest point, and making sure it’s accessible for them to reach.
• Make it fun to play: Cats love toys! Place toys at various points on the cat tree so that your feline friend has something interesting to do while they’re lounging about.
• Make it fun to sleep: Cats like their privacy, just like us humans do! So why not place one or two beds on different tiers of your new kitty playground? This way, when one kitty’s sleeping area gets crowded by another (or if you have more than one), there will still be places left over where they can lay down without disturbing anyone else’s nap time.
• Make it fun to scratch: Your indoor cats need opportunities outside as well—and one way that they get this outside time is through scratching posts or trees made specifically with their needs in mind!

Introduce other animals to the cat tree.

This is an important step that can help ensure that your cat feels comfortable using the tree. If you have other pets, introduce them to the new piece of furniture in a positive way. This can be as simple as placing their food bowl on top of it or moving their favorite toys there. You should also consider letting children play around with the tree before your cat uses it. Children tend to roughhouse more than adults and that could help get kitty acclimated to the new area.

It’s also important not to force your cat into interacting with any other animals or people when they aren’t comfortable doing so, but there may be times when you need or want both species present at once (especially if they’re already familiar with one another). In this case, try introducing them slowly by allowing them some time alone together first – perhaps in separate rooms – before letting them mingle freely under supervision from above ground level (cats are better able than dogs at climbing trees).

Offer praise and rewards.

In addition to the above, you can also offer your cat rewards. For example, if you see them sitting on a new piece of furniture or using it as intended (like a tree), reward them with treats or praise. If they’re reluctant to use the new spot, try putting their favorite toy there and rewarding them when they play with it. In many cases, this will encourage them to engage with that particular object more frequently—which is exactly what we want!

In summary: cats love climbing trees for safety reasons; cats like high places so they can survey their territory; cats love boxes because they provide extra space for hiding from predators; and cats enjoy scratching posts because they’re good for digging their claws into when grooming themselves (and also feels really good!).

Consider your cat’s preferences.

It’s crucial that you consider your cat’s preferences when deciding on a new piece of furniture. Cats are creatures of habit and like being in high places where they can see their surroundings. They also like having a place where they can hide, as well as scratch and claw away at something. Take these things into account when choosing the right type of tree for your furry friend!

Make it fun!

As a cat owner, you know that there’s nothing more entertaining than when your cat is doing something it shouldn’t. It’s a little bit like watching someone in gym shorts trying to climb a tree—you want to laugh out loud, but also want to help them down from the harm they’re sure to encounter.

So how do we make it fun for everyone? Try these ideas:

• Put your cat on top of your head
• Give yourself an imaginary hat with no opening at the bottom and let your kitty wear it while they bat at objects around their face level (think pillows or toys)
• Hide treats beneath couch cushions or behind doors (if you have an indoor-only cat)

Cat trees are a great way to keep your feline friends off of things you don’t want them on and happy too!

Cat trees are a great way to keep your feline friends off of things you don’t want them on and happy too!

I know what you’re thinking. “But my cat doesn’t want a new piece of furniture in the house! He’s perfectly content with the old box I set up for him in the living room. Why should I bother getting one?” Well, for starters, cats love these things (you’ll see why shortly) and will often spend more time playing or sleeping on it than they would have otherwise. Plus, if you have small children who are allergic or sensitive to dust mites (like my daughter), having a cat tree helps cut down on allergens floating around inside your home as well as keeping cats from going places where they shouldn’t go (like beds).

The best part about these types of trees is that they come in many styles: some can be freestanding while others need something strong enough to support their weight like a wall or table leg; some consist solely of platforms while others feature multiple levels connected by ramps which allow kitties easy access between floors without having to jump down onto hard surfaces like concrete or tile flooring; then there are those that even include toys hanging from ropes or chains so your furry friend has some fun with their new space! So no matter what type suits your needs best then there’s no reason not give one try today!”

Conclusion

In short, a cat tree is the best way to keep your cat off of things you don’t want them on and happy too!