I have two larger adult kitties, and cat beds are always so small. My older calico has arthritis issues as well, and I needed something a bit lower, which was easier for her to get in. Both my kitties love this cat scratcher! They alternate who sleeps on it so now I need to buy another one. I definitely recommend this kitty bedscratcher for larger cats.  It is  percent kitty approved! Its very easy to put together and looks nice. I did add a kitty sherpa on top, but thats only because my babies are spoiled princesses, and they love them, lol.