I hung the tree from a ceiling hook one year and spoiled a family tradition. Once a year my cats knock down the tree, spill the water all over my hardwood floors and then stand their pointing the paw at each other. The littlest one says "They made me do it!" One kitty (long gone) used to climb out on the edge of a branch, knock all the ornaments off and create a nest. She looked so sweet nestled in the branches. I didn't have the heart to stop her.
Merry Christmas, all.