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Urban Pet Haus Needs Your Help! Leave Your Feedback, Enter to Win!
Our friends over at Urban Pet Haus have been hard at work developing new concepts for some fabulous ultra-mod cat condos and hideaways. They asked me to share the concepts with you to get your feedback, and as a special thank you, one lucky reader who leaves feedback will receive a set of UPH Wave [...]
Continue reading...Moderncat April Giveaway: CatCube from UrbanCatDesign
1. April 2011
In February I introduced a brand new Dutch cat furniture design company UrbanCatDesign. Everyone loved their ultra mod cat furnishings, so we asked them to sponsor the April giveaway. This month’s giveaway will be for one of their awesome CatCubes! I just love this sleek wall-mounted kitty perch that provides a spot on top and [...]
Continue reading...Introducing the Sunny Seat Cat Bed ENTER TO WIN!
28. March 2011
We all know how much cats like to curl up in a sunny spot by the window. Well, the new Sunny Seat cat bed makes it really easy to set-up the perfect window perch for kitty. The folks at Sunny Seat sent us one to test, and I was a bit hesitant at first. You [...]
Continue reading...The Cat Library
27. March 2011
Belgian designer Corentin Dombrecht obviously paid close attention to cat behavior when he created this modular bookshelf that accommodates both books and cats. The system is based on three different modules and, depending on how you stack them, you can create little stairways for kitty to climb among the books all the way to the [...]
Continue reading...Cat’s Trapeze Coming Soon to US and Canada
25. March 2011
When I first wrote about The Cat’s Trapeze, it was a huge hit! Everyone who owned an active cat or a kitten immediately saw the usefulness of this unique product. The Cat’s Trapeze was designed specifically to provide active cats with an alternative to climbing the curtains and furniture. The sturdy cotton fabric withstands heavy [...]
Continue reading...New From the Czech Republic, Catworks Modern Cat Furnture Spells Out Good Design for Moderncats
16. March 2011
Just found this new line of modern cat furniture from a company in the Czech Republic called Catworks. The line of scratching/perching equipment includes eight “letters” of the alphabet (A, C, G, M, O, R, S and T), each one with a different configuration of perches, hidaways, and sisal scratching surfaces. The product line comes [...]
Continue reading...Another Kitty Catsle Copycat
28. February 2011
Do you remember Colin’s Kitty Catsle and Sari’s awesome copy that it inspired? Well, Moderncat reader Urs created another fabulous version. He wanted his to match the bookshelf, so he used laminated birch plywood, plus he added a scratching post. Perfect adaptations! Colin will be proud! And as you can see, Urs’ cats are loving [...]
Continue reading...Introducing UrbanCatDesign, New Line of Modern Cat Furniture From the Netherlands
25. February 2011
Introducing a brand new Dutch modern cat furniture design company, UrbanCatDesign. Just launching their new product line, this company obviously takes great care to consider the cat’s needs as well as design aesthetics. Clean lines and smooth white finishes combine with brightly colored carpet inserts for a perfect modern look. All products are designed in [...]
Continue reading...Keep Kitty Close with the Trillo Desk and Integrated Cat Climber
9. February 2011
Last year, I introduced some wonderful cat furniture designs from Korea, including the Trillo climbing towers and cat trees. They have added a new product to the line, a connecting table base. The work surface connects to the Trillo climbing tree, providing you with a desk that’s close to kitty. You can also add extra [...]
Continue reading...Eco-friendly Cat Tower with More Activities Than Disneyland
6. January 2011
Introducing the Cat Power Tower, quite possibly the most feature-packed cat tower I’ve ever seen. Let’s see, where to start… how about the hunting hole platform. Fill it with stuffed toys and goodies and let kitty act out her natural hunting instinct as she reaches into the holes to catch her prey. Next, the cat-powered [...]
Continue reading...Special Offer from The Refined Feline: Get a Free Kitt-In Box with Purchase
14. December 2010
The Refined Feline is offering a special limited-time offer. Get a free Kitt-in Box with purchase of a Lotus, Little Lotus, or Catemporary Cat Corner. Simply visit this link to place your order. This offer is good through December 19, 2010.
Continue reading...Moderncat Holiday Give-a-thon: Win a Four Box Kit from Catty Stacks
13. December 2010
Some lucky kitties are going to win a new designer cat house from Catty Stacks! These fun cardboard cubes connect together to create all kinds of configurations that cats love to climb on and hide in. With Catty Stacks you can create a structure that both you and your cats will love. Choose from five [...]
Continue reading...DIY Climbable Christmas Tree
10. December 2010
Jayne from Like Kittysville designed this fabulous climbable Christmas tree for her kitties. Here’s what Jayne had to say: For years I’ve missed using my vintage aluminum Christmas tree, but don’t miss the kitty havoc that was decimating the tree and its vintage ornaments. I wanted a tree that’s not just cat-proof but cat-inviting. This [...]
Continue reading...Design Tips to Make Kitty Feel at Home
22. November 2010
As you probably know, my cats are my kids, and I know that a lot of Moderncat readers feel the same way about their own feline companions. To celebrate this special bond, the folks over at Petside.com have organized a special Pet ‘Net Family Event, bringing together pet bloggers to highlight the many ways we [...]
Continue reading...Custom Moderncat Interior Designed for Cats With Special Needs and a Couple on the Move
20. November 2010
Eleanor and her husband, a diplomatic couple who move frequently, prefer a simple, minimalist design aesthetic, and with five special needs animals who share their home, they were having difficulty finding just the right decor items that would suit their lifestyle. Items needed to be designed to fit their aesthetic, to function for the needs [...]
Continue reading...Moderncat November Giveaway: New Acacia Cat Tree from Square Cat Habitat
1. November 2010
We have a very exciting giveaway this month! It’s Square Cat Habitat’s brand new product, the new Acacia cat tree, a smaller version of the Baobab. Both are beautiful sculptural forms that look amazing in a modern home. The original Baobab is five feet tall and the Acacia is three feet tall. It’s the perfect [...]
Continue reading...A Bookcase Made Just for Kitty, No Books Allowed! Plus Special Discount from CatsPlay.com
28. October 2010
We all know that cats tend to take over the furniture, so why not just give them what they want. This special bookcase was designed with cats in mind! Created by Sauder Woodworking Co, masters of flat-pack furniture design, this is the ultimate all-in-one piece for your feline friends. It has multiple levels for kitty [...]
Continue reading...Designer Cat Products Featuring Unreal Lambskin™
21. October 2010
This line of stylish cat accessories comes from Alpha Pooch (I’ll forgive the name) and they’re using an interesting material called Unreal Lambskin™. This fabric was developed by Alpha Pro Tech for use in hospital grade bed and wheel chair pads as well as heel/elbow protectors. Unreal Lambskin™ is extremely soft and durable plus it’s [...]
Continue reading...NEW! Cat Silhouette Cat Shelves from The Refined Feline
19. October 2010
The Refined Feline has several exciting new products coming out just in time for the holidays! First are their new Cat Silhouette Cat Shelves. Cut from heavy duty steel and powder coated, these shelves are not only artistic, but they are the perfect place for kitty to perch. Available in three different designs and six [...]
Continue reading...DK Cat Now Offering Custom Designs
14. October 2010
Dani Kilmer, designer of beautiful eco-friendly scratchers and climbers for DK Cat, is now offering custom designs. She can create the perfect cat tree, perch or scratcher just for you using eco-friendly and cat-friendly materials. Dani’s modern, natural style is a perfect fit for any moderncat home. Contact Dani today to order your custom eco-cat [...]
Continue reading...EcoFriendly Natural Cedar Cat Trees, Perches and Scratchers
6. October 2010
If you’re looking for an eco-friendly alternative for your tree hugging moderncat, then these beautiful cat trees, perches and scratchers from CatsPlay.com might be the thing for you. Made from 100% solid red cedar with no particle board, plywood, carpet or adhesives, these are some of the greenest cat products I’ve seen. Each item is [...]
Continue reading...Moderncat October Giveaway: Cat’s Trapeze with New Colored Cushion Covers
1. October 2010
When we first introduced The Cat’s Trapeze, it was so popular we decided to offer another one for the October giveaway, this time with a special bonus, a set of colored cushion covers! These new cushion covers were designed for The Cat’s Trapeze to add a punch of color and make cleaning easier. Just remove [...]
Continue reading...Eco-friendly, Affordable Pet Steps Give Kitty a Boost
30. August 2010
If you’re looking for an inexpensive way to help your older or arthritic kitty reach the bed or the sofa, check out these cardboard pet steps from Imperial Cat. Very affordable and easy to assemble, the Step ‘N Play Pet Steps also have a cutout in the side so kitty can go inside to hide [...]
Continue reading...Paw Nation Guest Post: Climbing & Perching Furniture
21. August 2010
Lots of great climbing and perching furniture in my latest round-up over on Paw Nation. Check out the whole gallery here.
Continue reading...NEW! Hollywood Franklin Tower Cabana Accessory
8. August 2010
Hollywood Franklin just released the first accessory for their mod climbing tower: the Cabana. This accessory allows you to add on a little curtain between two of the large platforms to create a secluded hideaway for kitty. Franklin likes his Cabana at the top of the tower where he can keep an eye on things [...]
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