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Cat tree and sleeping setup for a Selkirk Rex: sizes that work

Selkirk Rex : A medium-height cat tree with wide platforms and a soft bed matches its easygoing lifestyle. Its dense coat makes it sensitive to strong heat: provide a cool spot in summer.

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In short: Medium to large cat (3 to 7 kg), short or long curly coat, moderate energy and a placid temperament. A placid, patient sheep-like cat, cuddly without being demanding, heir to the British Shorthair’s composure. Its curly fleece is maintained with a wide-toothed comb, avoiding heavy brushing that would flatten the curls.

A cat tree scaled to the Selkirk Rex

A stable tree of 1.20 m or more with 45 cm platforms covers this build’s needs: cats live in three dimensions, even the calmest. Put it by a window: watching the world is feline television.

Beds: several, in the right spots

Rotation is part of feline sleep: the Selkirk Rex wants a sunny spot, a calm hideout and a cosy perch to alternate between by the hour — three simple beds beat one designer basket. Washable at 60°C, ideally, for parasite control.

Scratchers and retreat zones

Allow 80 cm of height for the main vertical scratcher, set by the nap spot (cats scratch on waking, fully stretched), and pair it with an inclined or flat model: your sofa will thank you. Add one quiet hideaway per cat — everyone needs somewhere to vanish unfollowed.

Frequently asked questions

Which cat tree for a Selkirk Rex?

A stable model of 1.20 m or more with platforms around 45 cm, placed by a window.

Does the Selkirk Rex feel the cold?

Not especially: just keep beds out of draughts and let it pick its own thermal level.

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