The plateau covers all the scratching bases. It carries two different scratching pole setups so whichever way your cat likes to work, up and down or side to side, the angled or horizontal pole has it handled. That means a stretch and a satisfying dig no matter the mood.For the downtime, a 34 inch shelf holds a cozy nest, a plush faux fur spot to curl into after the workout. Several vertical levels and a good amount of climbing space keep the whole thing active. It spans seven studs on 16 inch centers, so there is real room to roam.