It’s true that cats who live inside need to have some kind of exercise equipment to help them keep a sleek, sinuous physique. The taller the cat tree, the better, I say. And if it has a nice tall scratching post, it’s even better for stretching the muscles and keeping the claws in good shape. I like having a tree to climb on. But I don’t want it to look like a tree. Goodness, if that’s what I wanted, I’d just live outside…and we know I wouldn’t want to do that. All those bugs and all that dirt. Ewww.

But the usual cat trees you see online or in pet stores are so gauche. Totally not my style. And the poor humans who have to look at those things every day…how boring! I want something out of the ordinary. Something with pizzazz and style. Something that makes people (and other cats) take notice.

I found a pawful of modern cat trees that I just adore. They provide all the features a cat needs to stay physically and mentally stimulated. But they do it with style. Instead of trying to blend into the corner like ordinary cat trees (which never works, since they are such big pieces of cat furniture), they become the focal point of the room. And, really, shouldn’t a cat’s accessories support its role as the center of household life?

The only problem I have with these cat trees I found is that I just can’t decide which I like the best. I have such a complex personality. I like the ones that look like something out of a fairy tale. They are colorful and well-cushioned with carpeting, and they do satisfy my whimsical side. But then there’s the ribbon-shaped one that looks like a piece of sculpture. The flowing shape and the wild color choices appeal to my artistic side. And finally, the Lotus cat tree is simple, calm and serene — purrfect for my yoga and meditation time.

So I don’t know. Maybe I’ll just show these to my person and let her pick one out. Take a look at these unique cat trees and see if you don’t have a hard time deciding, too.