Think the "curvy" epidemic is limited to humans? Think again! Whether you serve low-quality (high fat) food to your cat or simply overindulge, chances are your furry friend is carrying around too much weight.
This may be due to our inability to judge proper portion sizes or our desire to "treat" our pet with some love through extra servings.
As is the case with humans, too much weight on your cat is not good for him.
Excess weight can lead to a more sedentary lifestyle, further worsening kitty's problem because he doesn't burn off the calories.
Like humans, pets need physical exercise and mental stimulation to stay healthy, alert, and comfortable.
We who walk upright have lots of options to keep exercise interesting: gyms, home DVDs, neighborhood walks, yoga classes, rowing or cycling, the list goes on.
But what about indoor-bound cats? The confined nature of cats which live indoor is one of the very reasons they need extra consideration from their owners.
Just because an indoor environment is fitting for you doesn't mean it offers your cat all he needs.
This is precisely why I purchased some cat trees for my two adult cats.
Cat trees are one type of cat furniture and may be found on online retail sites as well as brick-and-mortar sites specializing in pets.
Some mass merchant retailers (like Wal-Mart) also carry a small selection of cat trees, but I encourage you to do a lot of looking before you decide to buy.
You'll need to factor in the ideal height, width, material, color, and available accessories within your decision.
It's best to buy the most expensive cat trees you can afford once you've narrowed down your search.
Generally speaking, the more expensive cat trees are made from higher quality materials which will make setup easier as well as possibly make the unit more stable during play time.