Cardboard Cat Tree

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Updated 05/04/2021

Slightly less expensive than the larger, more elaborate cat trees, these easy to assemble cardboard cat trees are great if you want a temporary thrill for your kitty, and then throw it away. They are still elaborate, and they last a good, long while, but if you move frequently, it's better and more environmentally friendly to discard them and get a new one. See more in this collection.

Buying Guide

Cats love to play and rest in vertical spaces that suit their feline needs but unfortunately, their human friends live in a largely horizontal world. If you don’t provide your adorable cats with an environment that's both horizontal and vertical, you are actually denying them the fun, comfort, and safety that they are naturally wired for. A cardboard cat tree provides the best vertical life option for your cat in his or her territory. It’s not just a luxury but an important part of feline life.

Why choose a cardboard cat tree?

Well, cardboard is a versatile material that provides your cat with a wide range of pleasurable activities from climbing, cozy hiding places, and safe elevated playing spots to scratching and just chilling out as cats often do. Cardboard is also 100% eco-friendly and recyclable. When your adorable feline friend no longer needs the cat tree, the cardboard can be recycled or repurposed for other uses. Cardboard is also amazingly cheap material. A cat tree made of cardboard is comparatively less expensive than one made of other materials.

What are the key features to consider when buying a cardboard cat tree?

Let’s take a quick look at some of the key features to look for in the best cardboard cat tree:

Materials used in its construction. You obviously value the safety of your cat so find a reliably strong, well-constructed cat tree made of durable cardboard and other materials. The cat tree should ideally be made of corrugated cardboard which is strong lightweight, and more budget friendly than wood.
A sturdy scratching post. A scratching post is a must item in every cat tree. Cats need it for exercise to stay fit and happy. They normally stretch their bodies and pull against any rough surface to maintain their agile and limber physiques. A cardboard is perfect for your cat’s scratching pleasure because of its coarse nature. Remember if you don’t give your cats a scratching post, they might just end up using your expensive furniture instead.
Furniture and home décor style. It is highly recommended to get a cardboard cat tree that matches the style of your furniture. You wouldn’t want your cat’s new toy to mess up your décor. A good thing with cardboard cat trees is that they come in a style that goes well with most homes décor.

What extra features to look for in a cardboard cat tree?

Other extra features to look for in a cardboard cat tree include the following:

A soft comfortable condo where the cat can rest or sleep like a boss.
Built-in toys to keep the cat entertained when no one is around to play with. A toy can be anything from a few long feathers to a ball hanging from a string.
Climbing levels. Due to their natural feline instinct, cats love climbing on higher vertical levels. The cat tree must, therefore, have several elevated levels to keep your feline friend entertained for hours. The cat tree should preferably have three or more levels.

A cardboard cat tree may seem like an extravagant purchase at first but it will help to keep your cat physically fit, healthy and happy. It is an important piece of furniture to have in your home especially when you have two or more cats competing for playing and resting space.