Cat Beds

Cats sleep for a large part of every day, which makes the cat bed one of the most used pieces of furniture in your home, even if it doesn't always look that way. This collection covers cat beds, wall mounted beds, hammocks and enclosed nests built around how cats actually choose to sleep.

Why cats are so particular about where they sleep

A cat's choice of sleeping spot usually comes down to three things: warmth, height and a sense of enclosure or security. That's why a cat will often ignore an expensive bed in the middle of a room in favour of a cardboard box tucked in a corner, or a sunny windowsill with nothing soft in it at all. Beds designed around those instincts tend to get used consistently, while beds chosen purely on looks often end up as an expensive floor decoration.

Enclosed beds and caves: for cats that like to hide

Semi enclosed and fully enclosed cat beds appeal to a cat's instinct to sleep somewhere they feel hidden and protected, which many cats prefer over an open, exposed bed regardless of how soft it is. These styles work particularly well for nervous or easily startled cats, and for multi pet households where a cat wants somewhere it can retreat to undisturbed.

Wall mounted and window sill beds: height and a view

A wall mounted cat bed or window sill cat bed gives your cat the elevated vantage point they instinctively seek, letting them watch the room, the garden or the street from a safe distance above floor level. These styles also free up floor space, which is particularly useful in smaller flats or rooms where floor standing furniture isn't practical.

Hammocks and tunnel beds: comfort with a hint of play

Hammocks add a gentle swinging or hanging element that appeals to younger and more active cats in particular, while tunnel beds combine a resting spot with a play element, giving your cat somewhere to both hide and pounce from. Both styles tend to suit cats that aren't purely looking for a still, flat surface to sleep on.

Cat radiator beds: for the warmth seekers

Some cats will always prioritise heat above every other factor, and a cat radiator bed, which clips directly onto a radiator, gives those cats a warm perch that competes with, and usually wins against, any other bed in the house during colder months.

Washable covers and hygiene

A bed with a removable, machine washable cover is considerably easier to keep fresh than one that has to be spot cleaned or replaced entirely once it's no longer usable. Washing on a regular schedule, not just when visibly dirty, helps control dander and the buildup of loose fur that a bed accumulates even from a clean, healthy cat.

Placement tips room by room

A bed placed near a window catches natural light and warmth through the day, which suits cats that prioritise sunbathing over almost anything else. Bedroom placement suits cats that want to be close to their owner overnight, while a bed tucked into a quieter corner of a living room suits cats that want to be near the household without being directly in the middle of foot traffic.

When to replace a cat bed

Flattened stuffing that no longer springs back, a cover that can no longer be properly cleaned, or a bed your cat has clearly stopped using are all reasonable signs it's time for a replacement rather than persisting with a bed that's past its useful life. Cats sometimes stop using a bed for reasons entirely unrelated to condition, such as a change in temperature at that spot in the house, so it's worth ruling that out before assuming the bed itself is the problem.

A quick checklist before you buy

Watch where your cat already chooses to nap for a few days before buying a new bed, since that tells you far more about their real preferences than guessing from style alone. A cat that already favours high, sunny spots is a strong candidate for a wall mounted or window sill bed, while a cat that hides under furniture is more likely to appreciate an enclosed cave style bed.

Browse hammocks, caves, baskets and tunnel beds all in one place below, and consider offering your cat more than one style, since preferences often shift with the seasons.