Cat Beds – A Comfy Cat Is A Happy Cat.

 There is a huge choice of cat beds available these days. When we first brought Little Mo home 11 years ago there were only a few cat cushions and the odd fleece available.

However we wanted to make sure that Little Mo felt at home in her new environment and to give her something she could make her own.

We also wanted the bed to last a long time so that she wouldn’t have too many changes in her already traumatic life.

Why buy a cat bed.

The answer is to buy your cat their very own pet bed and to make it the most comfortable, most appealing and basically the best place to sleep.

Having a cat bed available for your new kitten or cat as soon as they come home will hopefully discourage them from getting used to using your furniture.

What to consider when deciding between cat beds.

However there are also a few things that you should take into consideration when choosing a cat bed. Think about the following:

• Is it easy to clean?
• Will it be big enough for your cat now and in the future?
• Will it be warm in the winter and cool in the summer?
• Will the design of the bed be cosy and protect your cat from any draughts?
• Is the material hard wearing?
• Will the design fit in with your home?
• Will your cat feel safe when using the bed?

Types of cat beds are there?

The range of beds has grown and grown over the years. They now come in a mind-boggling array of shapes, designs, colours, materials and degrees of luxury, so choosing the one which is right for both you and your cat is no longer a quick decision.

The more traditional designs range from Wicker baskets and cushions, but we have discovered some new and funky designs which we though we would like to highlight here. Here they are:

Cat Sleeping bags – These beds are designed to appeal to cat’s natural burrowing instincts.

They can bury their nose into the bag and find a dark and cosy place to sleep, but unlike human sleeping bags they are made with special ventilation holes so that your cat doesn’t get too hot and sticky in their sleeping bag.

I think this is such a fun idea, Little Mo is always trying to get under the duvet and I think she would love to have her very own sleeping bag.

Soft cuddle and Burrow bed – This bed is designed for the cat who loves to stretch out in style and luxury.

It also provides some privacy for your cat as they snuggle down into the soft and warm bedding. A must for the larger cat in your life or just like little Mo the diva in your cat.

Kitty Hoots – We love the name of this cat bed! They are made from designer fabric and are more of a day bed for your cat.

They are easily accessible as they have a soft shallow edge and a soft cushion centre. They come in some really colourful funky designs and add that little bit of designer glamour to your home.

Cat Boogie Mats – These really caught our eye. If you really want something different for your cat these are perfect.

They are designed to be scattered around your cat’s favourite spots in the house and provide a place for your cat to sprawl out on and have some real luxury cat time.

They have little pouches of catnip in them that add that little bit of extra fun for your cat.

They are so great to look at as well. Little Mo had already put one on her Christmas list.

Cuddles Coil – I bet your cat loves to climb into boxes and cupboards.

Well if they do, then the Cuddle Coil is their very own cosy cave to snuggle into. It feels totally safe as there is only one way in and one way out.

The problem might be getting them out of this cat bed, but then again, would you rather have a hairy bed?

We hope you like our little selection of the latest designs in pet beds. We thought it would be better than talking about all the usual types of bed that you see every day in pets shops the world over.

Little Mo has always been a cat that likes things just a bit out of the ordinary, especially if they are warm and cosy too.

Where is the best place to put a cat bed?

Your cat will have their favourite places to sleep already, so ideally if it is possible to place their new bed in that same position, the easier it will be to get them to accept it.

However cats are usually not so obliging and they choose the most inconvenient spots to snooze, like in drawers and on your chair. If this is the case, place your cat bed in a cosy and safe area where there are no draughts.

When you notice your cat settling down for a catnap, gently pick them up and place them into the new bed. Repeat the process until they finally get used to the new bed and their scent is transferred onto it.

If your cat is anything like Little Mo, they will have more than one bed. We have provided her with three special places for her to sleep (I know we’re push overs). We make sure they are always clean and placed in her favourite places. She uses them all the time but strangely our house is still covered in her cat hair! She’s so generous.

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