Choosing a cat bed for your new friend

The phrase ‘taking a catnap’ conjures up images of enjoying a comforting and fulfilling daytime nap and that’s exactly what any cat owner would like to see their new pet doing in their home. To ensure your furry friend feels welcome in their new abode you will want to purchase a suitable bed for them before their arrival. This way, not only will it be in place ready for them to nest and become familiar with their surroundings, but they will also be less tempted to take their catnap on your pile of freshly-laundered clothes as they explore.

When it comes to choosing a cat bed for your new friend, it’s important to take the needs of your individual cat into consideration, as well as the area the bed is to be placed in. If you are bringing a new kitten home you are likely to choose an entirely different kind of design than if you were bringing an older animal home. Here are some points of consideration to help you shop:

1)To ensure your bed lasts you will need to know how big your kitten will be once it has grown into a full grown cat, so do your research and find out how big it is likely to grow. If buying for a young cat, or an older cat, you may want to choose a design with lower sides so that they can get in and out easily. Another consideration for pets of this age is warmth and you may want to consider buying one of the
heated cat beds sold at Pets at Home to provide extra comfort for your pet.

2) When it comes to selecting the shape of your cat bed, it is worth observing or enquiring about your cat’s behaviour in sleep. Traditionally we think of a cat sleeping all curled up in a basket, but many cats actually prefer to stretch out when they snooze. If this is the case with your kitty you may like to buy them a cat mat or a pillow to sleep on.

3) Durability and ease of cleaning are particularly important when selecting a nest for a kitten. You may want to select a traditional wicker or plastic bed teamed with a washable pillow or blanket for your furry friend to snuggle up on. This will also allow you to easily tie in the colour of the bedding with its surroundings.

this article was produced by Ephanie Solutions