In addition to being fun to play with cats.
Cat proof christmas tree stand.
How to cat proof a christmas tree stand.
Playing with a christmas tree stand.
The average christmas tree stand isn t designed to withstand a climbing cat or the battering ram of a retriever s tale so pet owners may want to consider some additional reinforcement.
10 tips to cat proof your christmas tree by kathy december 5 2012 december 5 2012 comments 3 if you have a curious kitty and a christmas tree you know there is a chance that you ll find your ornaments on the floor gifts with little claw marks on them and a cat perched in your tree peeking out at you.
But if you have a real tree things get a little dicier.
If you have an artificial tree you can simply cover it with a piece of fabric or a tree skirt.
That way if your cat has the urge to climb up something s he will have the appropriate cat climbing tree in sight.
If you are dead set on putting up a live tree be sure to also use a covered tree stand so the water tank can t be.
Ensure adequate play exercise time.
Use a solid tree base with enough heft to hold the tree upright.
You know what seems fun to a cat.
And understand that there s nothing you can pour into the tree stand that will lengthen a fresh christmas tree s life aside from fresh water.
Here are some great tips on how to keep your cat from destroying the christmas tree.
In order to cat proof a christmas tree consider placing cat approved toys and cat trees nearby but not next to the tree.
Help the base do its job by securing the tree to the ceiling or wall with fishing line a k a.