Have you ever given any thought as to why cats like to climb the drapes? The answers are many and complex. The question is why, and the answer is because they are there. First, it's easier to climb the drapes than it is to climb the walls. (Wallpaper makes climbing walls easier than paint. Trust me on this one, and please note the claw marks on the dining room wallpaper. The next attempt is in the works.) Second: drapes pose a challenge. My favorite drapes are the ones with the thick material with the nubs on them. Something to really sink my claws into. Sheers, on the other hand pose a different set of problems, it's the ever present "slip thru" dilemma that scares most seasoned climber cats. Only kittens can successfully reach the drapery summit when climbing sheers.
Lastly, the most difficult climbing experience for cats is, of course, the mini-blind challenge. Think about it for a second...consider the inherent danger embodied in a mini-blind climb. My fur quivers in anticipation, but fear resides in my heart of hearts. All attempts so far have met with failure. Remember, cats climb without ropes, parachutes, water bottles, or oxygen tanks. We climb au naturale, but we must climb. The view from the top of the drapery is the ultimate experience when it comes to indoor climbing. (Outdoor climbing is a whole other phenom.)
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