Cat Living Space
This guide is built around how cats feel in a space — not just how a space measures. Think in routines: where your cat retreats, where they observe, and what helps them relax day after day.
Start with comfort cuesWhy Living Space Matters
Aspect
Unclear / Exposed Setup
Well-Defined Living Space
Sense of Security
Cats stay alert and hesitate to settle
Cats feel sheltered and relax more easily
Resting Behaviour
Short, restless pauses instead of deep rest
Longer, calmer resting in familiar spots
Daily Routines
Scratching, resting and litter zones overlap
Clear zones support smoother daily habits
Use of Space
Cats wander or keep switching locations
Cats return to the same space with confidence
Overall Mood
Signs of tension like pacing or avoidance
More predictable, calm and relaxed behaviour
Shop by Space
Size isn’t just about scale — it shapes how a cat uses a space. Compact designs create secure retreats, medium sizes support everyday routines, and larger footprints allow open lounging and confident movement.
Small · Retreat & Reassurance
For cats that prefer a clear “safe corner” — the kind of setup that feels sheltered, predictable, and easy to return to.
A compact “retreat-first” setup that gives cautious cats a clear, secure place to settle and reset.
- Provides a sheltered tunnel and resting area that helps cats feel protected
- Creates a predictable “safe corner” cats can return to throughout the day
- Supports calm scratching and light movement without overstimulating the space
- Reduces wandering and stress by defining one clear, reassuring home base
A quiet “hide + scratch” station that feels low-pressure and familiar.
- Supports natural scratching without overstimulating the space
- Offers a tucked-away resting spot for cautious cats
- Encourages short resets between play and rest
- Helps reduce furniture scratching by giving an obvious target
More privacy for litter routines — less “on display”, more peace of mind.
- Helps cats feel less exposed while using the litter area
- Supports a calmer, more consistent routine
- Reduces visual mess and makes the zone feel “contained”
- Simple access for quick daily cleaning
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Medium · Everyday Balance
For cats that switch between resting, watching, and moving — a setup that feels flexible, not “too closed” and not “too open”.
A practical everyday tree that supports “rest → observe → reset” routines.
- Creates a reliable perch for daily observation
- Supports short climbs and position changes throughout the day
- Encourages calmer energy release without chaos
- Gives an obvious place to rest instead of sofa hopping
A “home-friendly” litter zone that blends in — so the routine feels easier to maintain.
- Helps keep the litter area visually discreet in shared spaces
- Supports smoother daily cleaning and tidier habits
- Gives cats a more sheltered, comfortable routine
- Creates a clearer boundary between litter and living areas
More than a scratcher: a quiet corner where cats release tension and feel comfortably at home.
- Gives scratching behaviour an intentional outlet
- Helps prevent “random scratching” across the home
- Supports a consistent litter zone without visual clutter
- Encourages calmer transitions between rest and activity
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Spacious · Freedom & Expression
For confident cats that stretch out, lounge openly, and enjoy having room to choose their own path — without feeling boxed in.
A “sprawl-friendly” lounging and climbing experience — ideal for cats that like open relaxation.
- Supports full-body lounging and relaxed posture changes
- Encourages confident movement across levels
- Creates a clear observation spot for open-plan living
- Helps channel energy into a dedicated cat zone
A generously sized litter space that lets larger cats move, turn, and settle comfortably — without feeling cramped or rushed.
- More room to move naturally, so larger cats don’t feel boxed in
- Encourages relaxed posture and turning, supporting calmer routines
- Feels open yet secure, helping reduce hesitation around litter time
- Creates a smoother daily rhythm, especially for big or long-bodied cats
A “one-corner ecosystem”: rest, scratch, and routines feel connected — not scattered.
- Creates a clear cat zone that’s easy to maintain
- Supports both downtime and movement in one area
- Reduces home disruption by consolidating behaviours
- Helps cats switch between rest and activity more smoothly
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See how it worksFAQ
Should I choose by weight?
- Weight is only a rough guide. If your cat can turn, stretch, and settle without adjusting their posture, the space is likely the right fit.
Can I mix different space types?
- Yes, as long as each space supports a clear behaviour. If resting, scratching, and litter routines feel calm and predictable, the combination works.
What if my cat is between two spaces?
- Focus on daily use rather than size labels. The better choice is the space your cat returns to more often and uses more comfortably.
