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Armarkat Cat Tree Model B7701, Ivory, 36"(L)X31"(W)X77"(H)
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Target Species | Cat |
Product Dimensions | 36"L x 31"W x 77"H |
Breed Recommendation | Medium, Large, All Breed Sizes |
Specific Uses For Product | Active, Teeth, Behavior, Indoor |
Recommended Uses For Product | Indoor |
About this item
- Cat Daddy Approved by noted cat behaviorist Jackson Galaxy.
- 78 Inch height multi-layer structure design, convenient for cat's scratching, climbing, sleeping, and exercising.
- Ivory color, high density faux fleece cover for felines comfort and soft, coverings are permanently adhered to wood structures.
- 100% natural, seasoned sisal rope wraps all posts securely for years of scratching.
- All hardware and step by step instruction are included. It is easy to set it up.
- Covering Material: Faux Fleece
- Board Material: Plywood
- Overall Dimensions: 36-inch(L) by 31-inch(W) by 77-inch(H)
- Max Holding Weight: 80-pound
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Company Profile & Products
AeroMark manufactures the Armarkat brand of Cat Trees and Pet Beds. For the last 20 years, Armarkat has been internationally recognized as the most reliable brand for quality, endurance and style at affordable prices. As the innovator in the field, AeroMark offers the deepest line of Cat Trees on the market as well as a growing line of ergonomic pet beds in an increasing array of colors and fabrics.
The Armarkat product line is both pet-centric and pet-friendly. Our Cat Trees, which come in visually appealing materials and hues, blend with any décor. Sturdy bases and foundations support easy-to-assemble structures that are a breeze to put together.
Use and Care Instructions
- Assembly Required: All Hardware and Instructions Provided.
- Fabrics can be easily spot cleaned with soap and water to avoid stains
- Replacement parts available from manufacturer.
Cats will adore Armarkat’s action-packed model B7701 Classic cat tree.
features with two condos, a ramp, three perches, and multiple levels
- This cat tower offers 7 levels of interactive fun and the perfect place to nap and snuggle.
- Cat Daddy Approved by noted cat behaviorist Jackson Galaxy.
- 78 Inch height multi-layer structure design, convenient for cat's scratching, climbing, sleeping, and exercising.
- Ivory color, high density faux fleece cover for felines comfort and soft.
- 100% natural, seasoned sisal rope wraps all posts securely for years of scratch.
Dimensions:
- Overall Dimensions:36"(L) x 31"(W) x 77"(H)
- Base Dimensions:26" x 24"
- Playhouse1 Dimensions:20"(L) x 14"(W) x 13"(H)
- Playhouse2 Dimensions:14"(L) x 14"(W) x 13"(H)
- perch Dimensions:14" x 14"
- Pressed wood Thickness: 15mm
- Net Weight: 58 lbs.
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Ideal design of structureQuality materials, good craftmanship, structural design suitable for cats, pets can play jump and dow happily. |
Perfect nap perchesCats love being up high to get a view of the birds, squirrels, and neighbors. The 3 top perches is a perfect spot. |
Sisal Scratching PostWrapped with natural sisal rope and strong enough scratching posts are ideal tool for cats to sharpen their claws. |
Extra Thick Plush CarpetThick plush carpeting of 40oz or greater for a long lasting, durable, high quality piece of cat furniture. Cats can roll on it comfortably and it can provide good touch for cat’s lovely paws. |
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Height | 78 inches | 84 inches | 69 inches | 80 inches |
Overall Dimensions | 42"(L) x 26"(W) x 78"(H) | 32"(L) x 24"(W) x 84"(H) | 36"(L) x 32"(W) x 69"(H) | 26" (L) x 24" (W) x 80" (H) |
Max Holding Weight | 70 lbs | 70 lbs | 70 lbs | 80 lbs |
Features 1 | Cat Daddy Approved by noted cat behaviorist Jackson Galaxy | Cat Daddy Approved by noted cat behaviorist Jackson Galaxy | Scots pine cat tree | Cat Daddy Approved by noted cat behaviorist Jackson Galaxy |
Features 2 | 10 Posts, 1 hammock, 1 basket, 2 soft tents | 12 Posts,3 Perches | 9 Posts,1 Perches, 6 levels | 10 Posts,3 Perches, 3 Full carpeted condos, multiple tier |
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- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- Product Dimensions : 36 x 31 x 77 inches; 58 Pounds
- Item model number : B7701
- Date First Available : January 1, 2010
- Manufacturer : Armarkat
- ASIN : B003BYQ1I2
- Country of Origin : China
- Best Sellers Rank: #53,821 in Pet Supplies (See Top 100 in Pet Supplies)
- #401 in Cat Trees
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Product Description
Cats will adore Armarkat’s action-packed model B7701 Classic cat tree. Offered in ivory, this cat tree comes with two condos, a ramp, three perches, and multiple levels. It is Cat Daddy Approved by noted cat behaviorist Jackson Galaxy. F and B Bullet: 77" height Cat Tower in ivory faux fleece, coverings are permanently adhered to wood structures, easy to clean and goes with furniture, suitable for medium and large cats. Well constructed of 15mm pressed wood material, making it not only thicker but stronger and keep it in shape. 100% natural, seasoned sisal rope wraps all posts securely for years of "scratch.". Dimensions: Base Dimensions:26" x 24";. Condo Dimensions:20"(L) x 14"(W) x 13"(H) and 14"(L) x 14"(W) x 13"(H);. Perch Dimensions:14" x 14". Post Diameter: 3.5" . Maximum Holding Weight: 80 lbs. Replacement parts available from manufacturer.
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Sturdiness | 4.6 | 4.5 | 4.6 | — | 4.8 | 4.8 |
Stability | 4.5 | 4.7 | 4.6 | — | 4.7 | 4.7 |
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material | Engineered Wood, Sisal | Plush, Pine Wood, Sisal, Birch Multilayer Board | Cotton, Wood | Engineered Wood, Polyester, Sisal | Wood | Cardboard |
size | 36"(L)X31"(W)X77"(H) | 77.5 Inches | — | 15"(L)X15"(W)X32"(H) | 16? x 16? | 1 Level |
number of levels | — | 6 | — | 2 | — | 1 |
style | Classic | modern | Modern | Modern | Modern | Ultimate Cat Scratcher Lounge |
weight | 58 pounds | 77.5 pounds | 23.6 pounds | 27 pounds | 35.2 ounces | 7.5 pounds |
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Customers like the quality, ease of assembly, size and value of the cat tree. For example, they mention it's well constructed, sturdy and holds up well. They appreciate the easy-to-follow instructions and the fact that it comes ready to assemble. Customers are also impresseded with the appearance, saying it looks very nice in their living room.
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Customers like the quality of the cat tree. They say it's well-constructed, sturdy, and holds up well. They are impressed with the quality for the price. The carpet used is high quality and the tree is very stable. Overall, customers recommend it to other cats.
"...It is very sturdy. It's also nice and tall so the cats sit at the top and love to look down at everything going on around them...." Read more
"...The quality of the hardware is quite good, and I was able to tighten the bolts very tight without having any of the bolts strip or having the heads..." Read more
"This is the second cat tree we have purchased by this brand. Made well,nice color,sturdy and easy to put together...." Read more
"...It's not cardboard, and not threadbare, but it's not made with love by an Amish grandfather to be passed down the cat loving generations, either...." Read more
Customers find the cat tree easy to assemble. They mention that the instructions are easy to follow, and the tree comes ready to assembly. The only tool needed is an allen wrench. Customers also say that the tree is sturdy and solves all logistical problems for a cautious kitty.
"...It has a lot of parts because of all the tiers but it was pretty straightforward and easy to assemble which I did by myself...." Read more
"...It was easy enough for me (alone) to push across our (carpeted) floor after assembly--it doesn't require you to get a moving crew if you want to..." Read more
"...The directions were excellent. They obviously have read the feedback and fixed the problems mentioned in previous reviews...." Read more
"...Made well,nice color,sturdy and easy to put together. Nice and tall for those cats that love height!" Read more
Customers like the size of the cat tree. For example, they mention it's tall, attractive, well made, and affordable. Some say that the house is the right size for their cat and that the top platform is pretty darn high.
"...It is very sturdy. It's also nice and tall so the cats sit at the top and love to look down at everything going on around them...." Read more
"...Made well,nice color,sturdy and easy to put together. Nice and tall for those cats that love height!" Read more
"...It is nice and tall which gives our cats a great height to watch what goes on in the house...." Read more
"...WHAT WE LIKE:-Good construction-Roomy condos and platforms for big kitties.-Modular pieces..." Read more
Customers find the cat tree well worth the price. They say it's worth the quality.
"...The value for the money is excellent. The product was delivered very quickly and was packaged well. The color is kind of a creme...." Read more
"...But because it's so inexpensive, I was still impressed with the quality I got for less than $100 and free shipping with Amazon Prime!!..." Read more
"...and given the pleasure they give the cats, they are well worth it...." Read more
"...Worth every penny." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the pet supplies. They say it looks very nice in their living room, the faux fur is nice-looking and durable, and the color is light and unobtrusive. They also say the tree is well-designed and tall for cats that love height. Overall, customers say it's a nice cat tree and worth the price.
"...It is very sturdy. It's also nice and tall so the cats sit at the top and love to look down at everything going on around them...." Read more
"...THE PROS: We think it's absolutely beautiful in a silly way. It's not tan, thank goodness, and it makes our living room more visually interesting...." Read more
"...The fit and finish of the other parts is excellent. The covering is very well attached and wraps nicely around the edges...." Read more
"...Made well,nice color,sturdy and easy to put together. Nice and tall for those cats that love height!" Read more
Customers like the stability of the pet supplies. They mention that it stays fairly steady, does not wobble, and is not easy to tip over. The stairs attach very solidly and are securely screwed in. The tree is strong and has good weight, and it doesn't tippy at all.
"...wood and some are particleboard, but everything feels heavy and all stuck to itself, if that makes sense...." Read more
"...The quality of the hardware is quite good, and I was able to tighten the bolts very tight without having any of the bolts strip or having the heads..." Read more
"...The dogs are no longer curious and ignore it. It still hasn't fallen...." Read more
"...It fits perfect in the spot we pre-chose for it, so I'd look at the measurement before purchasing to make sure it can go where you wish...." Read more
Customers like the space provided by the cat tree. They mention that the scratching posts cover the entire thing, the extra space on the perches is great, and the sisal rope makes for great scratch-post opportunities. The horizontal places are big enough for them to lay down and get comfy, and they like that the vertical posts are 100% scratching post from top to bottom. They also appreciate the compartments and seats at the top being plenty big for their cats.
"...What's GREAT about the cat tree is that the house and the perches are very spacious...." Read more
"...-Good construction-Roomy condos and platforms for big kitties.-Modular pieces..." Read more
"...The fabric that covers the wood is soft and thin, but the cats don't scratch on that. They use the rope posts...." Read more
"...They still seem to enjoy it. The compartments are plenty big enough for my big guys...." Read more
Customers like the versatility of the cat tree. They say it's sturdy, excellent for larger breed cats, and easy to put together. Some say that it works for two large male cats and is good for senior cats. The nook has a hole in the side, which is great for keeping one cat from feeling cornered. Overall, customers are happy with the product's versatility.
"...It was a fun family project. After assembly, it still seems solid and pretty...." Read more
"...Overall though I love the size for two cats and it is very stable...." Read more
"...which was disappointing because she loved the toy and was entertaining to watch!..." Read more
"...But it's pretty sturdy and stands up to 3 cats using it. Have owned this about 2 weeks, and I plan to tighten the bolts tomorrow...." Read more
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We have to tighten the screws every few months--especially the one between the top pole and the box that it rests on, both because of the cats scattering up it, and because of my daughter spinning it to get the cats to face her (no, she is not supposed to do that)--it tends to loosen over time.
It has lived through our beautiful stripey cat becoming full-grown and quite gloriously tough and pudgy, AND through the adoption of a new lil black kitten--which means LOTS of fierce up and down and aroundness and swats and jumps and knocks.
They use the top spots the most--the top plate is the favorite napping spot in the house; the brown "cat scoop" is the second favorite--but they do use all parts of it, disincluding the ladder (which I love for its adorableness). We do still keep toys in the hammock for the most part--they get in that the least.
Oh, and our stripey cat eats every string that she can find anywhere, so we had to trim the fray from the hanging rope so that she would stop ingesting it--it is bone-straight now and looks sad, but your cat is probably less ridiculous than ours.
The screws not screwing flush to the surface has never seemed like an issue. The cats never sleep in the box (that has the protruding screw), but maybe they wouldn't anyways--they like being up high.
Amarkat never sent me a replacement box for the one that was burned (just a sightly problem; no functional issues) during manufacture/shipping! :-(
It does sway when they play vigorously--we thought about bolting it to the wall, but they seemed to like it just fine like this, and it's never come close to falling--I figure it's like that Ani song about buildings and bridges being made to bend in the wind because what doesn't bend breaks. <3
ORIGINAL REVIEW: Ours is Model A7802 in Silver Gray. We're one night and one morning into this purchase!
Like others, I obsessed over this purchase and read a million reviews. I went with this one because our 3.5-month old kitten is a tiny dynamo who's all over all our shelves, the kitchen counters, all the plants, the screen door (all the way to the top!), etc., and this cat tree had the most things for her to "do" when balanced with quality and price. If anycat is gonna try the swingy hammock, it's her. And if not, well, we do need a place to put cat toys.
THE PROS: We think it's absolutely beautiful in a silly way. It's not tan, thank goodness, and it makes our living room more visually interesting. The fabrics are absolutely luscious, even if they do look a little bit cat lady / middle schooler. The fabrics and ropes are all firmly attached to the boards and poles with no gaps or frays. The boards are all solid--some are solid wood and some are particleboard, but everything feels heavy and all stuck to itself, if that makes sense. The screws and tools (a tiny wrench and tiny allen wrench) were all included and none were missing, and my daughter was charmed by the little soft drawstring bag that they came in. <3. It took the two of us about an hour to put together, with her being super driven and delegatey. :-) You do have to push the screws through the fabric, like others said, but the holes in the fabric are started for you, and the implement that you're screwing in (a pole or whatever) covers the spot and will thus prevent any fraying. It was a fun family project. After assembly, it still seems solid and pretty.
The kitten likes it! So far her main activity is to stand on top of the box and bat at the rope. She has also explored the rest and chewed on the rope ladder a little. She hasn't ventured into the brown "cat scoop" (daughter's term) or hammock, or slept in any part of it yet--she still prefers sleeping on top of our mouse's cage (super fun for the mouse) or curling into our potted plants SIGH--but my fingers are crossed.
It was easy enough for me (alone) to push across our (carpeted) floor after assembly--it doesn't require you to get a moving crew if you want to rearrange your living room.
THE CONS: It's a little wobbly--the structure itself is sound, but just tall, and with maybe a narrower and lighter base than would be completely ideal. When our energetic baby frolics around, it jiggles a bit. We wonder whether she'd feel more secure, and more likely to sleep on it, if it were more stable? We're going to look into bolting it to the wall and will get back to you. :-)
There was visible glue (like hot glue) at many junctures--mostly at the places that the thick rope attached to the red-orange rubber stoppers. I was able to pull the worst of it off--you know hot glue--but a fair amount remains, which seems not entirely safe, especially since the kitten chews on the ropes.
The box part (third level down from top) came with a brown streak across its outside, maybe half an inch wide and 4 inches long, that my daughter said "looks like feces," lol. Upon further inspection, it did not appear to be feces, but rather a place that the fur was burnt / melted during the manufacturing process. I trimmed it off with haircutting scissors, which worked--the pile of the fur is shallower there now, and that is visible, but because the fur is velvety / changes color when wiped from side to side, the mark looks normal/natural, and isn't noticable unless you get up close. Still, it happens to be on the side that faces the dining room and hallway, and if Armarkat wants to send me a replacement box, I won't fight them. :-)
A few of the screws don't screw in flush to the surfaces--notably the two at the top of the ladder, which protrude above at about the height and size of a pencil eraser (slightly wider) and worry me a little--what if the kitten happens to hit her head on them or something? Can I cover them with something? Putty and fabric? Taking recommendations. Most of the other screws that show have wide flat tops like little dinner plates, so there isn't this problem, BUT the one in the far corner of the box (a dinner plate type) wouldn't go flush no matter how many times we tried. Maybe we weren't getting it into the hole straight--it's a very tough spot to reach and to manipulate within--but we tried SO many times. In the end, it remains about 4mm above the surface, and the little dinnerplate of it is about an inch across, so I worry that it will be uncomfortable if our kitten tries to curl up in the box. But maybe I'm being too precious.
So far, a solid purchase! We'll update after some time has passed. :-)
Reviewed in the United States on July 22, 2017
We have to tighten the screws every few months--especially the one between the top pole and the box that it rests on, both because of the cats scattering up it, and because of my daughter spinning it to get the cats to face her (no, she is not supposed to do that)--it tends to loosen over time.
It has lived through our beautiful stripey cat becoming full-grown and quite gloriously tough and pudgy, AND through the adoption of a new lil black kitten--which means LOTS of fierce up and down and aroundness and swats and jumps and knocks.
They use the top spots the most--the top plate is the favorite napping spot in the house; the brown "cat scoop" is the second favorite--but they do use all parts of it, disincluding the ladder (which I love for its adorableness). We do still keep toys in the hammock for the most part--they get in that the least.
Oh, and our stripey cat eats every string that she can find anywhere, so we had to trim the fray from the hanging rope so that she would stop ingesting it--it is bone-straight now and looks sad, but your cat is probably less ridiculous than ours.
The screws not screwing flush to the surface has never seemed like an issue. The cats never sleep in the box (that has the protruding screw), but maybe they wouldn't anyways--they like being up high.
Amarkat never sent me a replacement box for the one that was burned (just a sightly problem; no functional issues) during manufacture/shipping! :-(
It does sway when they play vigorously--we thought about bolting it to the wall, but they seemed to like it just fine like this, and it's never come close to falling--I figure it's like that Ani song about buildings and bridges being made to bend in the wind because what doesn't bend breaks. <3
ORIGINAL REVIEW: Ours is Model A7802 in Silver Gray. We're one night and one morning into this purchase!
Like others, I obsessed over this purchase and read a million reviews. I went with this one because our 3.5-month old kitten is a tiny dynamo who's all over all our shelves, the kitchen counters, all the plants, the screen door (all the way to the top!), etc., and this cat tree had the most things for her to "do" when balanced with quality and price. If anycat is gonna try the swingy hammock, it's her. And if not, well, we do need a place to put cat toys.
THE PROS: We think it's absolutely beautiful in a silly way. It's not tan, thank goodness, and it makes our living room more visually interesting. The fabrics are absolutely luscious, even if they do look a little bit cat lady / middle schooler. The fabrics and ropes are all firmly attached to the boards and poles with no gaps or frays. The boards are all solid--some are solid wood and some are particleboard, but everything feels heavy and all stuck to itself, if that makes sense. The screws and tools (a tiny wrench and tiny allen wrench) were all included and none were missing, and my daughter was charmed by the little soft drawstring bag that they came in. <3. It took the two of us about an hour to put together, with her being super driven and delegatey. :-) You do have to push the screws through the fabric, like others said, but the holes in the fabric are started for you, and the implement that you're screwing in (a pole or whatever) covers the spot and will thus prevent any fraying. It was a fun family project. After assembly, it still seems solid and pretty.
The kitten likes it! So far her main activity is to stand on top of the box and bat at the rope. She has also explored the rest and chewed on the rope ladder a little. She hasn't ventured into the brown "cat scoop" (daughter's term) or hammock, or slept in any part of it yet--she still prefers sleeping on top of our mouse's cage (super fun for the mouse) or curling into our potted plants SIGH--but my fingers are crossed.
It was easy enough for me (alone) to push across our (carpeted) floor after assembly--it doesn't require you to get a moving crew if you want to rearrange your living room.
THE CONS: It's a little wobbly--the structure itself is sound, but just tall, and with maybe a narrower and lighter base than would be completely ideal. When our energetic baby frolics around, it jiggles a bit. We wonder whether she'd feel more secure, and more likely to sleep on it, if it were more stable? We're going to look into bolting it to the wall and will get back to you. :-)
There was visible glue (like hot glue) at many junctures--mostly at the places that the thick rope attached to the red-orange rubber stoppers. I was able to pull the worst of it off--you know hot glue--but a fair amount remains, which seems not entirely safe, especially since the kitten chews on the ropes.
The box part (third level down from top) came with a brown streak across its outside, maybe half an inch wide and 4 inches long, that my daughter said "looks like feces," lol. Upon further inspection, it did not appear to be feces, but rather a place that the fur was burnt / melted during the manufacturing process. I trimmed it off with haircutting scissors, which worked--the pile of the fur is shallower there now, and that is visible, but because the fur is velvety / changes color when wiped from side to side, the mark looks normal/natural, and isn't noticable unless you get up close. Still, it happens to be on the side that faces the dining room and hallway, and if Armarkat wants to send me a replacement box, I won't fight them. :-)
A few of the screws don't screw in flush to the surfaces--notably the two at the top of the ladder, which protrude above at about the height and size of a pencil eraser (slightly wider) and worry me a little--what if the kitten happens to hit her head on them or something? Can I cover them with something? Putty and fabric? Taking recommendations. Most of the other screws that show have wide flat tops like little dinner plates, so there isn't this problem, BUT the one in the far corner of the box (a dinner plate type) wouldn't go flush no matter how many times we tried. Maybe we weren't getting it into the hole straight--it's a very tough spot to reach and to manipulate within--but we tried SO many times. In the end, it remains about 4mm above the surface, and the little dinnerplate of it is about an inch across, so I worry that it will be uncomfortable if our kitten tries to curl up in the box. But maybe I'm being too precious.
So far, a solid purchase! We'll update after some time has passed. :-)
I will post pictures later, but we just received and built this cat tree today, and I wanted to post an immediate comment on the product. We spent a couple of weeks shopping all the various sites and reading reviews, and FINALLY decided on this one.
The value for the money is excellent. The product was delivered very quickly and was packaged well. The color is kind of a creme. The two little "cat houses" are already built for you, all you have to do is screw the posts to the platform, and then the houses to the platforms, then attach the perches. The design is well thought out and the construction is sturdy. The directions were excellent. They obviously have read the feedback and fixed the problems mentioned in previous reviews. All the parts have little stickers on them for identification. It took me just under an hour, and I took my time...
I oriented the house the way it is in the directions as I built it (I'm spatially challenged :). Do yourself a favor and buy yourself a decent hex wrench. The one provided is adequate, but I found it really helpful to have the leverage of a good wrench to torque the bolts into place. Be very careful to get the bolts started correctly. There is carpet all around the holes for the bolts and a stray carpet fiber could cause you to get the bolt started improperly and strip it. Pay attention to the lengths of the bolts and their placement, and it's a snap to put together.
I built the bottom part first, as they suggest in the directions. I found it easier to put it on my dining room table to begin with so I wasn't stooping over, especially to tighten the bottom posts to the platform. After you have the first level done, you can then put it on the floor before it is very heavy. DON'T build the thing on its' side and then try to tilt it up, you will trash it! I don't want to give the impression that this is not built well, it is! But it is also tall and the bolts aren't meant to have lateral pressure put on them...
The quality of the hardware is quite good, and I was able to tighten the bolts very tight without having any of the bolts strip or having the heads strip-out on them. The fit and finish of the other parts is excellent. The covering is very well attached and wraps nicely around the edges. The finished product feels very sturdy and looks very nice. The general design for the cat's usage is well thought out. The spacing between the platforms is just right. I took one user's suggestion and flipped the platform that the ladder rests on around, so that the longer part is inward-toward the house. This makes it a little more stable, but also gives the a cat a place to sit under the ladder. My cat seems to like this. The top of the lower house is right at the bottom sill of our window (just over 33" from the floor), purrfect sun-deck for watching birdies. The cat took to it's Killer Condo right away and is sleeping right now in the lower house. We are looking around for another rescue kitty to give it a "roomie".
I'm very impressed with this product. There is a ton of crap out there. I have bought my fair share, lured by price or clever marketing. This is not that. It is very sturdy and designed well. I consider the bang for the buck to be quite high. I would not hesitate at all to buy again from Armacat, and I highly recommend this product. Cheers!
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Reviewed in Canada on April 29, 2017
This one is prettier than the picture and it's worth it.
Cat doesn't use the hammock or the rope ladder, but I didn't really expect her to
Excellent product 9/10!