Top Tips on Finding the Best Bed for your Cat

When looking for a cat bed you should be aware that cats can sleep anywhere from 16 to 20 hours a day. Cat beds are going to help prevent cats from sleeping on your bed, couch, or other furniture. For the best cat bed, you should consider the size, style, and material of the bed. All of course depends on what kind of space your cat prefers. 😉

The Best Beds for Your Cat – The Basics 

The bed you buy should be washable. Obviously, the bed will eventually be covered with fur, dander, and bacteria. That is why a cat bed should be washed every so often. It would also be smart to have a bed that has a removable cover if the whole thing cannot be washed. However, some cat beds can be thrown into the washing machine. 

One of our personal recommendations for this is the mobile pet bed from our sponsor sleepypod, not just is the bed super comfortable but the inner lining can be removed to easily wash it whenever you need to wash it!

Beds that have beads or tassels should be avoided. They make the bed look pretty but it can be a hazard to your cat. Lose fabric or beads can be swallowed and turn into a choking hazard. A bed that has no small parts dangling from it, is best for your cat. 

Style and Size 

You should measure the length of your cat. Depending on whether your cat likes stretching out or not consider a bed long enough to stretch out or for those that prefer curling up, offers an area spacious enough to curl up in. Tape measures work great for this. Measure from the head to the tail and add a few inches for the fact that they might want to stretch themselves out. For example, the mobile pet bed from sleepypod we mentioned earlier comes in 2 sizes in order to cater for the majority of pets.

Many cats prefer a cup-style bed. This bed is circular and has walls for better comfort and privacy. These are great beds for cats that like to sleep in a ball/croissant shape. 

A cave-style bed is for those cats that like to hide when they sleep. These beds will provide cover and be almost like a den. 

You need to consider how high the bed is. Kittens and older cats are not able to move as easily as young cats. Be sure that the bed you are purchasing can be easily entered and exited with little problems. 

Additional Features 

Cat trees with an additional perch are also always a great idea. Scratching posts are great as well to help protect your furniture from your cats’ natural instinct to use their claws. Perches and scratching posts also give your cat exercise and fun. Cat trees are best for cats that are young and active. Be sure to consider the weight of your cat when purchasing a cat tree. 

You can also purchase cat beds or pads that are heated. These units can be removed during the warm months and put back out during the chilly months. If you live where it is cold or if your cat has issues with arthritis, it may be a great option for you.

You should not spend a whole lot on a simple cat bed. However, keep in mind that with each additional feature, you are adding more to the price tag. And of course many of you will have heard of the good old saying “you get what you pay for” and that’s actually why we personally would recommend spending a little more on a bed such as the mobile pet bed by our sponsor sleepypod. 

While the price tag of the sleepypod mobile pet bed might seem steep it comes with a lot of safe extra features such as allowing your pet to safely travel in a car, an optional heat pad, and of course the washable inner-lining. Best of all as it will quickly become your cats’ favourite bed it will become super easy to get your cat used to their carrier and thus make journeys to the vet a hell of a lot less stressful for both you and your cat!

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