The Best First Bed for Your Kitten: Vet-Approved Starter Picks
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<h1>🍼 The Best First Bed for Your Kitten: Vet-Approved Starter Picks</h1>
<p>Bringing a kitten home is exciting — and maybe a little overwhelming. Between litter boxes, toys, scratching posts, and snuggles, there’s one thing every new kitten absolutely needs: <strong>a safe, warm, and familiar bed</strong>.</p>
<p>This guide covers the <strong>best first bed for your kitten</strong> — and why making the right choice early helps build confidence, trust, and healthy sleep habits for life. 🐾</p>
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<h2>🧠 What a Kitten Needs in Their First Bed</h2>
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<li>✅ Low sides or open entry for easy access</li>
<li>✅ Warmth-retaining materials (they lose heat fast!)</li>
<li>✅ Soft enclosure for emotional security</li>
<li>✅ Washable and easy to move</li>
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<p>Kittens sleep <strong>16–20 hours per day</strong>. A quality bed isn’t a luxury — it’s part of healthy development<sup>[1]</sup>.</p>
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<h2>🛏️ Purrz Vet-Approved First Bed Picks</h2>
<h3>1. <a href="https://purrz.com/products/donut-bed" target="_blank">Donut Bed</a></h3>
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<li>✅ Round shape mimics the coziness of a litter pile</li>
<li>✅ Plush edge provides support without hard structure</li>
<li>✅ Lightweight and washable</li>
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<h3>2. <a href="https://purrz.com/products/little-house-felt-bed" target="_blank">Little House Felt Bed</a></h3>
<ul>
<li>✅ Enclosed felt cave with one doorway</li>
<li>✅ Traps warmth and provides hiding space</li>
<li>✅ Ideal for shy or newly adopted kittens</li>
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<h3>3. <a href="https://purrz.com/products/3-in-1-cat-cube-cave" target="_blank">3-in-1 Cube Cave</a></h3>
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<li>✅ Start flat as a pad, then fold into a cave as they grow</li>
<li>✅ Great for kittens that like variety or have siblings</li>
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<h2>📦 What to Pair with a First Bed</h2>
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<li>🧦 A fleece blanket (ideally with your scent)</li>
<li>🧸 A plush toy or “littermate” pillow</li>
<li>🌡️ Optional: A microwavable heat disc under the cushion (especially for kittens under 8 weeks)</li>
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<p>Place the bed in a quiet, safe corner of your home — <strong>not near litter or food</strong> — and allow your kitten to discover it at their own pace.</p>
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<h2>💬 From Dr. Duncan Houston</h2>
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“Your kitten’s first bed is where they’ll form their first associations with safety, sleep, and comfort in your home. Soft, secure designs make all the difference in those early days.”
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<h2>🛒 Start Their Sleep Story with Purrz</h2>
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<li>🍼 <a href="https://purrz.com/products/donut-bed" target="_blank">Donut Bed</a> – soft and perfect for curlers</li>
<li>🏠 <a href="https://purrz.com/products/little-house-felt-bed" target="_blank">Little House Felt Bed</a> – a cozy hideaway</li>
<li>🔁 <a href="https://purrz.com/products/3-in-1-cat-cube-cave" target="_blank">3-in-1 Cube Cave</a> – grows with them</li>
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<p>😽 <strong><a href="https://purrz.com/collections/felt-caves" target="_blank">Find their first forever nap spot today</a></strong></p>
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<h2>📚 References</h2>
<ol>
<li>Buffington, C. A. T. (2011). Understanding the development of cats. *Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice*, 41(5), 995–1008.</li>
<li>International Cat Care. (2023). Creating safe spaces for kittens. https://icatcare.org</li>
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