First off let's start by saying I've been now using this cat tree for nearly two years and it's held up well. The fleece covering is starting to wear down on the platforms where they sleep the most (gets all fuzzy along with two minor holes) but other than that no complaints. My rag dolls are 14-15lbs and they run up and down this thing all the time. It's much better if you can put it against two adjoining walls for stability though. Canadian buyers beware this tree cost me almost $250 by the time I paid duties and taxes though. But I'd say it was worth the money! They use it everyday and if I had of known about the platforms I would have started out with a blanket or some sort of fabric to cover it. It's also easily cleanable, I just use my wire bristled cat brush and the fur comes right off :)