We all know the more you buy of just about anything the less you pay per unit cost. If you can apply this principle to buying pet food you can save money. You should try to buy pet food in the largest quantity possible because you know buying the same amount over time in smaller quantities will cost you more. This practice will give you a larger quantity than you can reasonably use so you should try to split the food and cost with a pet-owning neighbor, friend or family member.
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If you live in the Chicago Land area you may be able to eliminate the cost of shipping a new cat tree which could be a substantial savings. Great Lakes Pet Furniture will be participating in the Chicagoland Family Pet Expo at Arlington Park March 19 to 21, 2010.
If you order a cat tree and will plan to pick it up at the Arlington show we would be happy to bring it and save you the shipping cost. If you are interested in this savings we encourage you to get your order in as soon as possible so we can get your cat tree into the production schedule and be sure to have it by show time.
Several times a month we answer questions about making design or color changes to our cat trees and other cat furniture. We always try to be most accommodating and if there is any way we can satisfy the customers’ request we will certainly do that.
Result of a special request
The most common request is to change carpet color. Generally we tell people if you see a color we are using on any cat tree we can put that color where you want it. The only general exception is using the color black. Black carpet doesn’t look good when it goes around a sharp edge. That’s because too much of the backing shows and there is so much contrast you really do notice, so its better to avoid using black on a sharp turn. Other than that, we are happy to modify the color scheme for customers. We do charge a one time $25.00 set up fee for the new color.
Another frequent request is to change the design slightly. Many people will ask if we can make a cat tree slightly taller or a little shorter. And the answer to that is always yes. Before we accept the order for a change of this nature we always communicate with the customer to let them know if that change will affect any other part of the cat tree. For example – someone asks to make a cat tree eight inches shorter. We can do that, but it may result in eliminating a hole and a cubby. We want to make sure the customer knows what effect the change will have on the whole cat tree before just accepting the request and doing it. In many of these cases we go back and say “eight inches will eliminate the hole, but if we only reduce it six inches we can keep the hole – what would you like to do?”
Be aware that these type of changes are available and we welcome your requests. The best way to find out if we can do it is to email us. That will also give us the opportunity to let you know if the change would result in a higher fee, or in some cases it can actually be a savings.
Last week we published a post that linked to past date issues of our Newsletters which contained articles on what features you should look for when buying a cat tree for a particular breed of cat. In that post we provided information for the Bengal, Abyssinian, Persian and Pixiebob. This now is a continuation of that first post.
We all know that different cat breeds have different characteristics and idiosyncrasies. You cannot say “one cat tree fits all”. So what features should you look for? Here are some additional links to past Newsletters addressing what you should be looking for in a cat tree based on your breed:
Be sure to visit our website and sign up for our Newsletter so you are informed not only about cat tree products, but many other interesting subjects covering many aspects of the cat industry. If we haven’t covered your breed it is another good reason to sign up for the Newsletter, because as we go forward we will be expanding the list.
Most kittens prefer to have their own cat bed. They like something comfortable, something that will keep them warm, and something that will give them a sense of security when they are resting or sleeping.
Button Cat Bed
The small cat beds produced by Great Lakes Pet Furniture satisfy all three of these needs. First, the center of each cat bed is padded so its more comfortable to lie on. Second, the center of the cat bed is lined with a heat retention layer that absorbs and radiates back your cats’ body heat for maximum comfort. And third, the bed is 5 inches deep so when your cat is laying down inside it can’t help but have a secure feeling.
Best of all … these cat beds are very affordable. The same high quality material that goes into all of their trees is also used for the cat beds, and each bed is individually hand crafted to ensure quality. Go online to see the various styles and to place your order today for a high quality cat bed.
Looking for the ultimate cat tower gym? This 7 foot tall indestructible piece of cat furniture may just fit the bill. Not only will it be the center of conversation, but it will also be the center of activity.
The five levels of cat perches, cubby holes, and pass throughs provide endless opportunity for your cat(s) to enjoy this unique cat tree whether resting or playing. This is one way to make sure your cat(s) gets enough exercise to keep muscles and joints in shape and to keep those extra pounds off that can be so devastating to overall cat health.
The “Eagles Nest” at the top of this cat tree is one of our most popular tops. It surrounds your cat in comfort with its padded thermal lined center and the 3″ to 6″ high ridge around the top provides something to snuggle against. There are a total of nine holes positioned in the trunk to maximize the exploring activity that cats’ just love to engage in. An extra wide base gives this cat tree great stability.
You can get more details about this, and other cat trees at:
Customers often ask us what might be the best cat tree for a particular breed of cat. While cats in general have a lot in common, there are still individual breed characteristics and idiosyncrasies that set each breed apart.
Several months ago we started a series of articles in our Newsletter that offer tips on what you should look for in a cat tree based on the breed of cat that owns you.
Here is the first of a two part post that directs you back to articles in past date issues of the Newsletter addressing what features you should look for when buying a cat tree based on the breed:
Be sure to visit our website and sign up for our Newsletter so you are informed not only about cat tree products, but many other interesting subjects covering many aspects of the cat industry. And look for the second post that will be published next week covering additional cat breeds.
We make some of the most unique cat furniture in the industry. Our line includes cat trees that have a built it cat condo that your cat will love to play or rest in.
All our cat condos are hand made in the United States. We use only the finest materials to assure long lasting usability ensuring satisfaction of owners and their cats.
Courtesy of Prairiebaby Cattery
Features we built into our cat furniture include:
- the leaves we attach to the trunks are contoured so your cat “molds” into the leaf for maximum comfort
- the leaves and flower centers have a thermal liner that retains and radiates back your cats’ body heat for more enjoyment
- all our tops, leaves and bases are easily replaced in the event of damage or excessive wear thus giving you an affordable way of extending the life of your cat tree
- the cat condos are fully carpeted inside
- an extra wide base provides maximum stability
We build a wide variety of sizes and designs in different colors to ensure you can find a cat condo to please the most finicky of cats or hard to fit area of your home.
Our most popular and best selling cat tree for 2009 was the Spider.
The Spider is a small, versatile cat tree loved by both kittens and mature cats. It is a unit which is reversible and because the petals on each side are of different lengths its a little different look and feel when you turn it over.
Kittens Will Love This!
Kittens love to have the short petals down because it gives them a small tight crawl space they love to explore and play in. As the kitten grows it’s easy to extend the enjoyment simply by turning the tree over thus giving the cat a little more room in the area it has grown to love.
Mature cats, especially those with arthritis or spinal problems, love the Spider because it gives them all the benefits of larger cat trees they may no longer be able to enjoy. The petals are spaced so that a mature cat can easily get into the flower. The flower is padded for comfort and it contains our thermal liner that will absorb and retain your cats body heat, and then radiate that heat back for maximum comfort.
So if you are looking for something special for your kitten or most trusted companion and friend look no further than the Spider. Order today and we will have it to you in about two weeks.
The Tropical Flower cat tree condo is a colorful piece of cat furniture that goes well in any decor. Standing only 32″ high, with a width of 40″ from leaf tip to leaf tip, its a perfect size for the living room, dining room or den. It also fits well under an outdoor window to give your cat a window perch to view the outside world.
The two large sculptured leaves are constructed with a heat retention liner providing more comfort for the resting or sleeping cat. That same liner goes into the flower center so your cat will get the save benefit when snuggled in the flower top. The unusual petal design base makes this very stable – so much so, we guarantee it won’t tip over under normal cat use.
The Tropical Flower cat tree is one of our most popular products so we highly recommend ordering early.
