Cats climbing trees isn’t usually a problem. That is, until your cat ends up getting stuck in the tree because he’s too afraid to jump down. Why do cats climb trees anyway?

Most cats like to be up high. It allows them to survey their territory without worrying about becoming prey for a larger animal. That’s why indoor cats need cat trees!

That still doesn’t explain why some cats end up climbing the tree so high that they can’t get down. Not only do cats climb trees to observe, they climb trees to escape danger. If a cat gets too scared, he may climb a little too high without really thinking it through. Cats can climb up, but they can’t really climb down, which is why your feline friend will likely need to be rescued.

Your veterinarian Glendale, AZ can tell you more about this and other feline behaviors.