Cat Condos: Exercise And Fun For Our Feline Friends

Having been rescuing and befriending abandoned cats for over 26 years, I have become very cognizant of the importance of providing and maintaining our furry friends' once active outdoor lifestyles to their new indoor environment. My current three "wonder cats" - Mikko, Panther and Buddy - used to be very active outdoors; some activities were of a "fending one's turf", resulting in the showing of "battle scars"; some were more of a playful nature, i.e. running, chasing and climbing. Deciding to transition my kids to be solely indoor inhabitants was due mostly to their well-being and overall health. Because of this I was concerned about how to maintain their active lifestyles, maintain a healthy body weight, and offer a quality of life which was both fun and relaxing.

After succeeding in coaxing my guys indoors (it took me 2 YEARS to finally get Panther to trust me enough to come indoors, and even then continued to be a "process"!), I wanted to offer them a quality of life where I felt I wasn't depriving them in any way by keeping them indoors, while maintaining their health.

Along with investigating the most optimal nutritional needs for my guys, I wanted them to get the most out of indoor exercising tools. I researched and discovered that cat condos, trees and beds (also known as furniture) offered a specific place for cats to call their own, in addition to providing them with fun, relaxation and most importantly exercise, due to the climbing, jumping, chasing and scratching (most coming with scratching posts) that seem to be common activities.

My two black and white cats - Mikko and Panther - seem to have been developing a very unique and special relationship, playing, "stalking" each other and hanging out together quite frequently during the day and into the night. Although Buddy has a very loving and kind personality, he and Panther tend to continue to be "territorial" around each other, causing them to mostly avoid the other, with occasional "scruffs." And Mikko seems to be the "peace keeper" between the other two.

I totally love watching my three felines in their cat tree. I have found on many occasions I turn the tv (and other "distractions") off, and watch the "kids go at it", they seeming to be totally immersed in their "jungle gym" and with each other. Knowing they are all having fun, and getting their exercise at the same time, makes me one happy dad!

I have my own online business specializing in cat trees, condos and beds, both self-standing and wall mounted. I also have included on my website litter box cabinets with additional drawers, for those humans who prefer a more "hidden look" with cat's "bathrooms" from the standard litter box areas.

If you would like to check out my website, I can be found at http://www.CatCondoFun.com. I have an assortment of high quality hand-built cat condos and trees to choose from, suitable for every budget.
All the best,
Joe Fazio

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All You Need To Know About Cat Condos

Experienced cat owners will know that cats, just like most domestic animals, love to explore and are fascinated by new things around them. While your favorite couch could be their favorite scratch toy as well, there are ways to ensure that this does not happen. One of the avenues that many pet owners resort to is to purchase a cat condo for their feline friend. These are excellent tools to ensure that your kitty enjoys a fun, safe and comfortable environment within your home, where it can play, nap or just relax.

Understanding the Concept of Cat Condos

Cat condos are cat furniture designed specifically to allure and excite your pet into playing or relaxing for hours, without really spoiling your furniture. They come as platforms and poles, often covered with a variety of fabrics, which can offer exciting play options for cats. Available in various sizes and types, these useful cat treats are extremely popular with most cat owners today. However, choosing the perfect one would largely depend on the activity level of your cat. These are extremely useful furniture as they will make your cat stay away from your own furniture, while actually allowing it to have its own share of fun.

Caring For and Cleaning Cat Condos

Cat condos, like all other furniture in your house, require regular maintenance and cleaning, especially if you want to avoid potential cat health problems. Cleaning these equipment is extremely simple and requires taking them down into individual pieces. Disassembling them into singular pieces will actually help clean them better than if they were assembled. Once this is done, you will have to remove the cat hair with a brush and then vacuum the surface areas of the pieces to remove dust and hair. Stains on the furniture should be treated akin to stains on your carpeted floor. Odors can be removed by spraying freshener. Once this is done, it can be reassembled and set for play.

Before actually buying anything, it is important to understand the nature of your cat, its level of activity, your budget and the space that's available. Thanks to the availability of a wide array of cat condos in the market these days, choosing the perfect one has become an easy job provided you have done your homework well and taken into consideration the factors as mentioned above.

Purchase a cat condo today and have countless hours of fun with your feline friend!

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