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The purpose of a cat condo is to keep your cat entertained and allow him to scratch on a rough surface that mimics the type found in nature. Unlike dogs, cat paws are retractable, allowing them to scratch to condition their paws and remove the dead outer coat or sheath. And of course, a cat condo is arguably a more desirable place to do this than your expensive furniture or rugs! In addition to preventing your cat from destroying your home, cat condos also offer other benefits.

Feline ethologists will tell you that cat condos are almost a must-have for cat owners, especially those with multiple cats. Many experts believe that cat condos help minimize cat fights, territorial spraying, and widespread anxiety. This is because climbing is instinctive for cats; They actually enjoy the heights! In the wild, where cats are predators and prey, cats are more comfortable perched in a tree or other high place, as this allows them to better detect potential prey and, most importantly, potential predators.

Here are some tips to keep in mind before buying a cat condo. The main thing you want to look for is a tall condo. Beyond this aspect, the larger the condo and the more levels it has, the more suitable it will be for multiple cats. Since it's important to keep cats mentally stimulated, you'll also want to look for a condo that allows your cat to climb it using different paths. This feature will also come in handy if you have multiple cats as it will allow them to scale the condo without bumping into territorial fights. Naturally, you will want to make sure that the condo is very sturdy so that your cats feel safe in it.

Once you have purchased the cat condo, you need to find the best place to put it up; This should be a place that allows your cat easy access to it and that provides the best overview of the room from inside the condo. Since cats also love to look outside, another alternative would be to place the condo near a window. To get your cat used to his new "condo", you can put catnip on different levels or put his food at the foot of the condo or on a lower level. According to experts, if your cat has not used the condo in five days, then it is in the wrong place. If this happens, just move it around until your cat goes to the new location and finally moves out.