I have a 9 week old kitten, he likes to jump on the furniture which could potentially put punctures into it. Could this help?
1383024
Maybe, but at 9 weeks, keeping them from jumping and climbing is hard. It's how they learn to hunt, their reason for being. It won't hurt and it might mellow him out a bit. Just don't expect him to act like an older cat that knows the rules. If it's leather furniture, there are repair kits that are miraculous. Keep his nails trimmed with an cat nail trimmer (start with removing small 1/4" amounts or he won't want to let you do it). Never hit him, and get him fixed. Enjoy your kitten--they are a non-stop entertainment machine.
1383025
No! I had a leayher couth and my cat was so excited..he couldn't help but scratch the couch with his claws. It puts them in a better mood but does not stop yhem from clawing!
1383026
The Feliway hasn't affected my cat's desire to jump on the furniture. My vet recommened using Feliway to help decrease my 13 year old cat's anxiety attacks and get her to stop pulling out her fur. It worked for those things. Kittens have so much energy I'm not sure if few calming pheromones will do much to diminish it, but it can't hurt. Give your kitten some climbing alternatives like cat trees and he might be less inclined to climb on the furniture.
2179231
I only used it to house an older cat, I do think that newborn kittens could possibly escape and as they got older could probably stick their little heads through and get stuck, I suggest maybe contacting the manufacturer for better info, I hope I was able to help.
180418
This would depend on how well your cat is at improvising. My cats lean on one front leg while using the other to fish out the treats. Also, I put this away when I'm not giving them treats. It has plastic prongs that stick straight up and I'm always afraid that my cats will start playing around it and fall right on those prongs. That would really hurt! So, I supervise and they love the Activity Center. If my cat had only one leg, I would probably NOT get this. But then, only you know what your cat is capable of.
1188605
Unfortunately my cat is a rescue and he was declawed. He does use the top and crawls into the bottom. He is 15 lbs.
911054
probably if the cat is within the sense field. Something to play with. I don't think that animate or inanimate items matter.
621350
No, it is not an issue for my two kittens. They play with the strings (paw at them), IF they even notice them, they are usually too hyper from running through the tunnel to pay them any mind. I have been using the strings to attach the tunnel to their cat tree so they connect together (which eliminates the strings dangling freely. I am thinking you could also tape them to the side of the chute so they do not attract their attention). We've had the chute for about a month and it does get a lot of use, but the strings are not an issue for us.
1567100
Don't suppose why not - assuming you could get your cat to stay still ... does not work very well when our baby moves a lot (hard to get steady reading); I would assume if you could get your cat to lay down or something it should work just fine though.
464869
Yes as long as its near something sturdy so that the kitten won't be able to knock it over while inside.
2030845
I think that he would be able to play with this. One side has a place that the can eat the food/treat directly from -if he wants - some of my cats do that. There is an area in the middle that he could bat the food/treats around to get it in a position where he wants so he could eat it. The other end has cups. If your baby is like my friends tripod cat, I think that he would enjoy the challenge of getting the food/treat out of the cup. I know her cat has amazing balance and strength so if he is like her cat, I believe he would enjoy this.
589188
I think it would be excellent because the platforms are spaced well for jumping. Kitties wouldn't need claws to get up on out and enjoy the perches.
951307
This would work great for kittens! Get a kitten started on a scratching post like this early and hopefully you could save the time and expense of the claw covers.
750228
definitely yes. My cats have punctured my air mattresses before & this feels no stronger. I wouldn't use it with cats.
595031
I really bought this for my dog who had back surgery, but I also have 2 - 11-year-old cats that use it. One of them likes to also use it for a scratching post. It is steep, but I don't think your cat would have a problem getting up it. There is a resting "step" at the top big enough for a cat to sit on. I have longer ramps, but this one is nice because it takes up less room. It is lightweight enough for you to easily move, but my pets have not moved it going up or down.
309781
No, My kitten had could climb the poles but my 15 lb cat couldn't. I moved mine next to my desk so he could climb on my desk then jump to the housing. When I called Kitty Mansion regarding this problem they were no help. They both use the housing and upper part less because no easy access
7759
Your kitty should totally enjoy being able to jump between the levels with no problem. At least you won't have to deal with the sisal rope coming off since he won't be clawing it. If he needs an incentive to get to the higher levels, try putting some catnip in the carpet.
1950949
it may very well work, just make sure to keep it against a wall. i had one situation were my cat did a flying leap across the living room, strait for the claw post and it tumbled over. she wasn't hurt or anything, just scared her. If there had been a bunny inside of it at the time, things may have gone differently, especially since bunnies can be prone to being literally scared to death.
1919762
I would be hesitant and I'll tell you why. The base and scratching posts are very solid - no complaints about that. However, the U-shaped platform at the top and the lower platform that curves upward, are not nearly as solid as the rest of the piece and sure enough, those are the areas where a cat would typically sit. The U shaped platform at the top is OK, but the lower platform is very weak in my opinion. (And I'm not really sure what purpose the upward curving of the lower platform serves anyway - my cats have never scractched on the outside of that section.) If your cat doesn't put any weight on that area, it might be ok. BUT, if your 20# cat puts weight on it, I think it might break pretty quickly. I bought this for 5 foster cats - none of whom are over 8#. The smallest kitten who is about 4# jumps on the top of that lower curved platform and the entire thing shakes. I've had it for about 10 weeks and nothing is broken so far (except the toy). One other FYI that comes to mind - the removable "cushion" is just 2 pieces of plush fabric sewn together - there is no cushioning inside. Whatever you decide, I hope you find one that works great for you and your kitty!