I have a very finicky cat named Tille she is very bashful too. I purchased this after reading several reviews and thought this was the best. It took only around 30 minutes to put together and my 3 year old granddaughter helped. I didn't use the hammock because I wanted to put her little bed in that spot so that she would except it. I do feel she will use this quite a bit after she sees it won't eat her..lol It is well worth the money and am very happy with it!