Assembly varies by product: many listings state “Adult assembly required,” some say “No tools needed,” others include the tools or list tools not provided, and a few arrive fully assembled with no assembly required. Always check the product listing for specific instructions and whether tools are included.
Common features include sisal- or jute-wrapped scratching posts, dangling toys or fur balls, jingling toy balls, hammocks, multiple platforms and perches, and enclosed hideaway holes or baskets for napping and climbing.
Capacities vary by design: many hideaways and beds are sized for a single cat, while multi-bed or multi-cubby designs can accommodate two to four cats. Product examples reference one- to four-cat options, and one wooden shelter noted suitability for three adult cats or four kittens. Always check the product’s stated capacity and dimensions for your cats’ sizes.
Look for anti-tipping or anti-toppling devices/kits, wide and stable bases, wall- or ceiling-mounting hardware (including adjustable rods for floor-to-ceiling units), and elevated or ventilated foundations for outdoor designs. These features improve stability and overall safety.
Common options include enclosed cages and enclosures, multi-level cat trees and towers with platforms and hammocks, stacked hideaway towers with enclosed cubbies or beds, wooden cottage-style houses with balconies, and compact perch-style or cardboard condos.
Footprints range from compact bases around 15–19 inches across up to larger multi-level units with footprints over 50 inches. Heights span from under about 18 inches for small hideouts up to tall towers of 70+ inches; some floor-to-ceiling designs list adjustable heights around 93"–107". Check the product’s footprint and height to ensure it fits your space.
