CanDPet Large Cat Window Perch Review

Getting a cat window perch is a great way to keep your cat healthy, entertained, and happy throughout the day. They provide easy access to sunlight and added warmth essential for several health benefits, provide an entertaining view, and keep them visually stimulated. But what happens when you have a large cat, two cats, or your window sill is larger than average? That’s why the Candpet Large Cat Window Perch is just the right fit for your cat.

About CanDPet Perch Sizes

Though the Candpet Cat Window Perch comes in two sizes, Small and Large, this particular review is for the Large size. The Large size is suitable for very large cats or two average-sized cats if they don’t stretch out completely and more importantly if they like each other. In this review I analyze features, pros & cons, and more. In case you want information about the CandPet Perch small size, suitable for an average-size cat, visit this link.

Check also: Best 5 window perches for cats that don’t require tools to install

Features

The Large Window Perch by C&D Pet products is a handmade wooden piece of furniture that sits beautifully on any window it is installed on. Talk about getting your cat a piece of luxury furniture, the Large Window Perch is sure to add beauty and elegance to your home decor, and it works on most sliding and double-hung windows. The perch features a 1-inch thick foam that guarantees extra comfort for your cat.

• Color: Covering the foam and giving beauty to the furniture is a rug that comes in various colors ranging from Tan to Green, Grey, Dark Speckled, Natural, and Speckled Sand. So regardless of the color of your room, you have a variety of options available to choose from to match your decor.
• Size: The CandPet Large Window Perch has two supports and measures 12.5 Width x 24.5 inches Length.
• Materials: This furniture is crafted from the finest quality solid wood and plywood, and no particle board (which can be toxic) or cardboard was used in the production process. The carpets and sisal rope are of the highest quality, and every surface of the window perch is carpeted.
• Support: The perch can attach firmly to the window thanks to 2 metal clips that fit perfectly into the window track and the two pivots supports underneath the Perch. This is very effective as it provides sufficient opposing pressure and support for the furniture’s weight keeping your cat safe and comfortable. The Large size perch has a weight holding capacity of 35 pounds.

How to Install the Large Window Perch

You need to assemble the perch and then mount it on the window.

Assembly Instructions

1. Lay the perch on the table, with the carpeted side facing down.
2. Remove the wing nut from the perch.
3. Place the carpeted support over the bolt, with the wood side facing down. Make sure the straight side faces the metal clips.
4. Place the plastic/metal spacer over the bolt with the metal side facing up. This ensures that the top of the spacer is level.
5. Replace the wing nut and be careful not to get the carpet caught in the nut.
6. Ensure that you don’t over tighten the wing nut

Mounting Instructions

1. After assembling the perch, place the perch on the window, still taking care to catch the metal clips in the window track (window can be open or shut).
2. Slide the support towards the wall until the perch is firmly in place.
3. Tighten the wing nut, and your window perch is good to go.

What are the Pros & Cons of the CanDPet Large Cat Window Perch?

Positive and negative aspects to consider before getting this cat window perch:

PROS

• The CandPet Perch Large size has two very sturdy support legs that brace against the wall underneath the window.
• The Large size perch is large enough to support even the heaviest house cats, and it won’t break a sweat.
• It comes in a variety of exciting colors ranging from Tan to Green, Grey, Dark Speckled, Natural, and Speckled Sand.
• It can be installed and uninstalled with ease and without damaging the wall; no adhesives, velcro, or drilling, but very strong and sturdy.
• It works perfectly with the windows open or closed.
• As long as you have a window track and sill, it can be installed on any window.

CONS

• The CandPet Window Perch will not work on a window with Crank Handles
• It will not work on older casement windows (they have the crank without being modified).
• The carpet cannot be removed or washed.

Conclusion

If you want to provide a very comfy and sturdy perch for your large cat or for your two cats this is a good option. The perch has a nice thick foam pad and the two supports work well. You need to consider that this perch measures 12.5 inches in width so the window sills need to be on the wide side. If you love this cat window perch and you have questions about the window sills or installation, you can contact directly CandPet and they will quickly provide you with all the information you need. To visit CanDPet and get more information about this unit, click on this link.

In case your windows don’t have sills see the review of the K&H Pet Products EZ cat window perch, the Wooden Handmade Cat Window Perch, or the Kitty Cot Original.