Cat Trees for 2 or Multiple Cats
How should a cat tree for multiple cats look? Checklist
Cat Trees for feline families allow several animals to satisfy their need for scratching, exploration, and rest simultaneously.
- They must be exceptionally stable. After all, 2 or 3 cats playing on a scratcher is a completely different load than just one resident!
- Ensure that the posts are thick (with the correct circumference) and made of hard, durable materials. Also, check that the beds or rosettes do not sag under pressure.
- Speaking of beds, remember there cannot be too few of them! Some cats like to sleep cuddled up to their loved ones, but not all of them, and not always.
Very often, large cat trees are a great choice for feline families, as they offer plenty of sleeping spots and are very sturdy.
How should a cat tree for multiple cats look? Checklist
Cat Trees for feline families allow several animals to satisfy their need for scratching, exploration, and rest simultaneously.
- They must be exceptionally stable. After all, 2 or 3 cats playing on a scratcher is a completely different load than just one resident!
- Ensure that the posts are thick (with the correct circumference) and made of hard, durable materials. Also, check that the beds or rosettes do not sag under pressure.
- Speaking of beds, remember there cannot be too few of them! Some cats like to sleep cuddled up to their loved ones, but not all of them, and not always.
Very often, large cat trees are a great choice for feline families, as they offer plenty of sleeping spots and are very sturdy.
How many beds does a solid cat tower for 2 cats or more have?
The optimal number of beds on a scratcher for a family depends directly on the number of family members. The absolute minimum is the number of family members, and in an ideal scenario, we have 1 spare bed. Let the table below illustrate this. Remember that if there are really many cats in your home, or if you are a foster home, 1 cat tree for 2 cats might not be enough!
| Number of cats in the home | 1 cat |
|---|---|
| Cat Trees – minimum | 1 |
| Cat Trees – optimum (with spare) | 2 |
| Number of cats in the home | 2 cats |
| Cat Trees – minimum | 2 |
| Cat Trees – optimum (with spare) | 3 |
| Number of cats in the home | 3 cats |
| Cat Trees – minimum | 3 |
| Cat Trees – optimum (with spare) | 4 |
| Number of cats in the home | 4+ cats |
| Cat Trees – minimum | 4 |
| Cat Trees – optimum (with spare) | 5 |
Number of cats in the home | Cat Trees – minimum | Cat Trees – optimum (with spare) |
|---|---|---|
1 cat | 1 | 2 |
2 cats | 2 | 3 |
3 cats | 3 | 4 |
4+ cats | 4 | 5 |
For more than 4 cats, we suggest at least two separate scratchers.
How many beds does a solid cat tower for 2 cats or more have?
The optimal number of beds on a scratcher for a family depends directly on the number of family members. The absolute minimum is the number of family members, and in an ideal scenario, we have 1 spare bed. Let the table below illustrate this. Remember that if there are really many cats in your home, or if you are a foster home, 1 cat tree for 2 cats might not be enough!
| Number of cats in the home | 1 cat |
|---|---|
| Cat Trees – minimum | 1 |
| Cat Trees – optimum (with spare) | 2 |
| Number of cats in the home | 2 cats |
| Cat Trees – minimum | 2 |
| Cat Trees – optimum (with spare) | 3 |
| Number of cats in the home | 3 cats |
| Cat Trees – minimum | 3 |
| Cat Trees – optimum (with spare) | 4 |
| Number of cats in the home | 4+ cats |
| Cat Trees – minimum | 4 |
| Cat Trees – optimum (with spare) | 5 |
Number of cats in the home | Cat Trees – minimum | Cat Trees – optimum (with spare) |
|---|---|---|
1 cat | 1 | 2 |
2 cats | 2 | 3 |
3 cats | 3 | 4 |
4+ cats | 4 | 5 |
For more than 4 cats, we suggest at least two separate scratchers.
Can cats share the same cat tree?
If the cats are members of the same family group (meaning they know each other well, like each other, and willingly spend time together), then they can absolutely use the same cat tree for multiple cats. The problem only arises when two cats live together, but they definitely need their own territory. In that case, it is better to invest in smaller, separate scratchers and place them in different spots. This way, you will avoid conflicts, and the cats will feel safe.
Can cats share the same cat tree?
If the cats are members of the same family group (meaning they know each other well, like each other, and willingly spend time together), then they can absolutely use the same cat tree for multiple cats. The problem only arises when two cats live together, but they definitely need their own territory. In that case, it is better to invest in smaller, separate scratchers and place them in different spots. This way, you will avoid conflicts, and the cats will feel safe.
Can cats share a scratcher even if they are not family?
In the case of cats, whether an animal belongs to the same family group is more important than blood ties (real family connections like mother-son or sister-sister). Such a group forms very naturally between cats who willingly spend time together and accept each other. You can recognise an "adopted" feline family by the fact that:
- The cats often groom each other, which is a sign of huge trust.
- Individuals send each other affiliation signals, i.e., friendly ones, such as blinking slowly when looking at each other.
- The animals feel safe being close to each other; they often choose to sleep on one bed or watch birds together on the windowsill.
Interestingly, members of a feline family may, but do not have to, want to play with each other; not all individuals simply like it! But if you see that the cats willingly share other resources, they will most likely also share a cat tower with 2 or more cats.
Can cats share a scratcher even if they are not family?
In the case of cats, whether an animal belongs to the same family group is more important than blood ties (real family connections like mother-son or sister-sister). Such a group forms very naturally between cats who willingly spend time together and accept each other. You can recognise an "adopted" feline family by the fact that:
- The cats often groom each other, which is a sign of huge trust.
- Individuals send each other affiliation signals, i.e., friendly ones, such as blinking slowly when looking at each other.
- The animals feel safe being close to each other; they often choose to sleep on one bed or watch birds together on the windowsill.
Interestingly, members of a feline family may, but do not have to, want to play with each other; not all individuals simply like it! But if you see that the cats willingly share other resources, they will most likely also share a cat tower with 2 or more cats.