Amazon BasicsLarge 3-Tier Cat Durable,Pliable Cage Playpen Box Crate Kennel - 35.8"L x 22.4"W x 50.6"H, Black

I love these. I have three of them. I purchased two last summer (2019) at regular price, and one this current winter (2020) from Amazon Warehouse.I have several of my own cats, and I foster cats, periodically. As all cat people know, not all of our beloved feline friends like each other as much as we would want for them to. Not all cats mix with each other well, or even want to try - especially strays or ferals.In the last few years, I have become accustomed to using crates due to fostering as well as having litters of kittens to care for when one of my girls got out of the yard for a hot date. As any experienced cat rescuer knows, pregnant cats are moody, and once the litter has been born - very protective of their young, and even of the place in which they have chosen to give birth. Cats are territorial by nature. Even cats that generally get on well with each other will have turf wars from time to time. Add a litter of new kittens into the mix, or a stray in need of assistance, and it could be a recipe for disaster (and a trip to both the Vet and ER), depending on the temperament of the cats. I have had to separate my cats at times, and in a small apartment, there's not always adequate room to do so. The solution is to kennel the cats, in increments of time, when one is not able to adequately supervise them and keep the peace.I do have smaller crates - 30", 36", and an XXL 48" crate that I purchased in 2017 for a pregnant foster because my male cat wasn't the father of her litter - and those are great, for short periods of time. However, they are not suitable if the duration of time is longer than two or three hours. Cats can't properly move around in those, and lethargy is just as bad for their muscles as it is for humans. Not being able to move around, or climb, is stressful for them also. Kenneling in general, if for extended periods of time, causes great anxiety and depression, and can directly cause gastrointestinal problems. Crating or kenneling cats should only ever be a temporary solution, and/or for short periods of time, (even if the need is daily while one is at work), if necessary. Despite how nice the crate is, a cat cannot live in one 24-7 and never get out.That being stated, these Amazon Cat Playpens are much more suitable if one needs to crate or kennel their furbabies for the duration of a shift at work, or overnight, and/or if fostering.There is adequate space in the Amazon Basics Cat Playpen for a standard sized litter box; and, three tiers means that the cats can climb - something that all cats love to do. I have added sisal scratch posts (attached to the back of the crates) and hammocks, in addition to cozy fleece blankets and self-warming pads, onto the shelves. Bowls and feeders that attach to the sides of any wire crate can easily be attached to the Amazon Basics playpen. I have several at each level for dry food and fresh water. I have also added feather toys and hanging scratch pads (the kind with catnip in them) to a few sides, to keep them entertained when they have to be kenneled. The shelves are a perfect size for a cat to relax and take a nap on. If one places two shelves directly opposite one another, at the same height, the space in the middle is slightly smaller than the shelf, so there is room for a cat to climb in between. These shelves are adjustable, which is great, because cats of different weights and ages need space adequate to their overall body size. I stagger the shelves so there's more room to climb.To give a better idea of space: two large cats (12lbs - 14lbs) can fit comfortably in the playpen at once. Three of that size will fit, but I wouldn't suggest kenneling three large cats at once, unless it was only for a very, very, short period of time. One large cat of 18lbs - 20lbs can fit by himself/herself. Three smaller cats (7lbs or less) can fit comfortably. Five kittens of six months of age, or younger, as well as Mama cat, can also easily fit into the playpen.The playpens are sturdy, but because my cats love to climb up and on top of them, I have reinforced the sides with cable ties. I have placed cat beds and pillows atop the crates so that my cats can rest up there also. The playpens have wheels, and are very easy to move around. The wheels also lock easily to keep the playpen stationary. The shelves are good quality and very easy to remove and clean.My cats LOVE these playpens, and go into of them of their own volition, several times daily, to rest, to play, to eat or drink (when they don't feel like sitting next to one another in the kitchen at dinnertime) and to use the litter box. (I keep one litter box in each crate, at all times.) There are two doors on the front of the playpen that can be opened up separately. Since it's only my cats and no fosters at the moment - I keep the bottom door open with a bungee cord, (and the top closed) so that my cats can go in and out as they please. I only shut and lock the door when I need to shampoo carpets, or clean, or move things around in the apartment, or occasionally, put someone in time-out because he or she isn't getting along with the others . As mentioned, my cats love these playpens.I would rate the Amazon Basics playpen five out of five stars. It's well constructed, sturdy, and easy to move around. It's easy to clean and to keep clean. It's also easy to accessorize with lots of fun cat toys, scratch poles, hammocks, etc, which all crazy cat people can understand and relate to. It is also priced well, and though much less expensive than other cat playpens on the market, is just as good, if not better than, they.If you are in need of a playpen for your cat(s) - for whatever reason - I highly recommend the Amazon Basics 3 Tier Cat Cage Playpen. It's purrfect.

I got the 4-tier catio for my 6 lb elderly cat and she has plenty of room in there. This catio was easy to assemble with 2 people and it’s very sturdy. The upper and lower doors make it easy to clean and put accessories in. I placed a small round litter box on the base and it fitted perfectly right under the 2nd shelf. A small square cat cave fits on the 3rd shelf and her food/water bowls on the top shelf. I did ordered a set of small hanging bowls separately. The shelves are very sturdy. My little old lady is happy.

So far I give this 5 stars. Easy to put together. I suggest "tightening the corners by using a screwdriver to help close the gap. See pictures. My cats were outdoor/indoor cats until last fall when one came back without her harness and collar. Our neighbors spotted a mountain lion and bobcat in the neighborhood. So they have been indoor since. But driving me nuts now that it is nice out. I added two hammocks and places a piece of fleece on one of the shelves. Didn't put the third one in because of the hammocks. Placed an old 70 inch round vinyl table cloth on the top to offer shade and will bring it, in if raining. Rolls nicely.

I've been caring for Brighton, a semi-feral barn cat for a few years- providing food, water & protected outdoor sleeping spaces. Just this year he started letting me pet him. However his partner recently disappeared, & due to increased coyote activity, I wanted to get him in the house before rainy season & increased predation risk. When he came home lame in early Nov, I trapped him in a secure re-purposed henhouse, made an appointment with the vet, and ordered this crate which arrived very quickly.I set up the crate in a large bathroom where I also keep a litter box for another former barncat (who moved indoors last autumn due to immune system issues). After getting Brighton's cut, infected paw cleaned up & filling him with antibiotics, I put him in this crate with a bed, food and water bowls & a small litter box, and covered it all with an old comforter.He cried initially & it took him a day to figure out the litter box, but overall he did really well in this crate. I just wished it were a few inches longer to give him a little more separation between his bed & litter box. Within a few days I could open the lower door, sit on a stool & pet, & then brush him. He was soon purring & kneading his paws during our sessions. He never used the shelves. After a few weeks, I wheeled him & the crate into the den for a few hours where he could see the rest of the house & the other kitty. We did that on 2 consecutive days. He regressed a bit & took to laying in his litter box, which is a sign of stress, so Ibacked off on his excursions. A few weeks later I tried to coax him out while I was brushing him, but he refused. As there's another adult cat in the house, I didn't want to rush him. After a few more attempts to get him out didn't work, I left the lower door ajar overnight (with the comforter still over it), and he exited on his own. By then he'd been in the crate almost 5 weeks. He seemed depressed & I worried about his inactivity & boredom. By then, both cats were aware of each other & familiar with each other's scent. Initially Brighton hid & I rarely saw him. He's gotten bolder & regularly appears at feeding time now. Today he let me pet him for the first time since he left the crate. He's been using his scratching post and I hear him running around hunting & tossing his toys at night, and often find him & the other kitty cuddled up under my bed during the day. With each week, he's approaching closer and waiting longer before dashing off to his hiding places!This crate made transitioning a neutered adult feral into a house cat so much easier! I wish I had it last year when I house-trained the other guy -it would have helped both of us! For now I've left the crate & its litterbox in the bathroom. While both kitties prefer the same, larger litter box, they still occasionally use the smaller one in the crate.In addition to introducing an adult cat into a new home, I think this large crate would be great for introducing a new kitten into a home and teaching it that its crate is its special safe spot! I'm sure a kitten's insatiable curiosity would have it taking advantage of the shelves & climbing & playing, while also giving it a quiet refuge to learn about it's people & new home.My only complaint was that I couldn't set up the crate alone, and that wasn't clear on the product page. It isn't heavy and setting it up isn't difficult, but as the metal sides accordion open, you need someone to hold them open while you unfold the top so they don't collapse back down on your hand (ouch). I kept getting my fingers pinched when I tried to do this without help. It only took moments to set it up once I had someone to keep it from collapsing on my hands! I agree with others who found the sides a little wobbly before inserting the shelves, and recommended using zip ties to reinforce them. I used produce bag twisty ties, but once the shelves were in place they weren't needed.If you have the room and you think you'll be using this for a long time, consider getting the next size larger. If you're starting with younger cats/kittens you can probably get them to use the shelves & this size should be fine. My Brighton just wanted to hide in a corner on the bottom, which kept him closer to the litter box than I preferred. I got around that by cleaning it several times a day, which helped get him used to me. It was very easy to clean up scattered litter in the crate. Be ready to sweep it from the floor, also, and measure your litter box to make sure it will fit.