What should I check before buying a cat tree online?

Check that the listing describes the exact model and variant you intend to order. Colours, dimensions and included accessories can differ between otherwise similar photographs. Look for an assembled dimension diagram, usable sleeping measurements, load information and clear assembly instructions. Confirm whether fixings are included and whether any additional fittings must suit your wall or floor arrangement.

Read the delivery and returns information before ordering, particularly for a large or heavy parcel. Examine customer photographs for everyday scale, but remember that camera angles and the size of the pictured cat can be misleading. Save the product details and your order confirmation so you can compare the delivered parts with the description. If an important detail remains unclear, ask the retailer to confirm it in writing before you buy.

A practical final check is to reopen the selected variant just before payment. Confirm that its image, size and included accessories still match your notes, especially when a listing offers several configurations under one product name.