Cat Furniture: Perches, Pillows, Condos and Carriers
Your pet will undoubtedly appreciate her own cat furniture, even if she seems to be perfectly happy to share your furniture with you. You don't have to go overboard with this. Just give her something of her very own. A cat perch, cat condo, or even a simple cat pillow are all examples of cat furniture that may be just the thing to make your kitty purr.
The In-Home Basics – Cat Perches, Cat Pillows and Cat Condos Cats love to perch, and while you don’t necessarily have to buy a cat perch designed specifically for kitty, make sure there is a window ledge (with a screen to keep her from falling) or empty shelf somewhere in your home for your cat to sit on. If there is not, or if you want her to have her own special seat, you can buy a perch that transforms any window into a cat perch. Cat pillows are also a must for most cats. You will probably want your cat to have her own pillow so that you don’t have to clean fur off of every pillow in the house! The best way to be sure that your cat chooses to sit on her own pillow is to get one of those cat pillows filled with a bit of cat nip. These are worth having for the entertainment value alone (for both you and the cat), and once she is done playing, she will have a cozy spot to curl up on. If you have a bit more space for cat furniture, there are dozens of cat condos on the market in all shapes and sizes. These are like little cat houses with perches, tunnels and scratching pads all in one. You can find a wide variety of cat condos and other
cat furniture at a pet superstore.
Cat Furniture for Mobile Pets – The Cat Carrier Of course, if your cat is going to do any traveling, she will need a cat carrier. Some cats can travel without a carrier, but you still need to have one with you in case you need to confine her. Be sure to choose a carrier that is roomy enough for your cat to sit in comfortably, especially if you are going to take her on long trips. Don’t use the carrier only for trips to the vet. If you do, she will associate the cat carrier with an unpleasant experience and will very likely give you a hard time when you try to put her in it. Cats often do not like to travel by car, so even taking your cat to visit a friend or to a pet-friendly hotel may pose a challenge. While some cats adjust well to traveling, it is important to be sure your cat is comfortable and safe in the car. You can determine whether it is better to let the cat find her own space or whether he or she should be confined to the cat carrier. This will depend on your cat’s unique temperament and behavior patterns. If your cat is not one to sit still in the car, it is best to keep her in a carrier and take breaks during the trip to let her stretch her paws. You can also make the carrier cozy and enticing by putting her favorite toy and pillow inside and letting her travel with the door open so that sitting inside the carrier becomes her choice.
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