How to Choose the Right Cat Bed by Sleep Style in 2025 🛏️

By Dr. Duncan Houston BVSc

Ever buy a fancy cat bed… only for your furball to sleep in the box it came in? 😿 It’s not you — it’s that your cat has a unique sleep style. Some curl, some sprawl, some demand full privacy, others want to nap in the sun like a royalty on break.

In this guide, you’ll discover how to choose the perfect vet-approved cat bed based on how your cat actually sleeps — with real product suggestions from the team at Purrz.com.

😽 Why Sleep Style Matters

Cats sleep up to 16–20 hours a day. Their bed isn’t just a nap zone — it’s a core part of their wellbeing. The right bed can reduce stress, improve joint support, and even help with behavior issues.

That’s why our founder, vet Dr. Duncan Houston (BVSc), helped develop the Purrz collection — to give cats beds they actually use.

🌀 1. The Curler

Signs: Sleeps in tight circles, tail tucked in, loves warmth

Best bed: Enclosed beds or structured caves 

• ✅ Uluru Felt Cat Cave 
• ✅ Great Barrier Reef Cave

Vibe: Cozy, anxious, or just loves to be swaddled in silence 🧘♀️

🛋️ 2. The Sprawler

Signs: Flattens out completely, belly up or side-sleeper

Best bed: Large open pads or flat beds with room to stretch 

• ✅ XL Flat Felt Pad 
• ✅ Heated pad + felt combo

Vibe: Confident, relaxed, often a “I-own-this-house” energy 😎

🔄 3. The Shape-Shifter

Signs: Changes sleeping position constantly, likes options

Best bed: Convertible or multi-use beds 

• ✅ 3-in-1 Cat Cube Cave

Vibe: Moody, loves control, might be a Gemini ♊

🕳️ 4. The Hider

Signs: Naps under furniture, in closets, or inside anything

Best bed: Full-cover domes, caves with small openings 

• ✅ Limited Edition Felt Domes

Vibe: Introvert, anxiety-prone, possibly plotting world domination 🐱👤

🌞 5. The Sun-Chaser

Signs: Sleeps near windows, warm spots, or radiators

Best bed: Flat, low beds with breathable insulation 

• ✅ XL Felt Pad on window ledge or shelf

Vibe: Solar-powered nap machine ☀️

🐾 Bonus: For Cats with Joint Pain or Arthritis

Look for beds with: 

• ✅ Low entry points 
• ✅ Firm yet supportive padding 
• ✅ Warm, insulating felt

Top pick: 3-in-1 Cat Cube Cave — recommended by our in-house vet 🩺

💬 From Dr. Duncan Houston, BVSc

"Understanding how your cat sleeps tells you a lot about their health and personality. Choosing a bed based on those behaviors ensures it’s not just comfortable — it’s something your cat will actually use."
— Dr. Duncan Houston, BVSc

🛒 Find the Purr-fect Bed Now

Whether your cat curls, sprawls, hides, or changes every hour — we’ve got the bed for them. All Purrz products are: 

• ✅ Vet-designed & cat-tested 
• ✅ Made with durable, breathable felt 
• ✅ Loved by thousands of cats (and humans)

🛍️ Shop the full collection now at Purrz.com

📚 What’s Next?

This is part of our “Sleep Like a Cat” blog series. Coming up: 

• 🧶 Why Felt Is the Ultimate Material for Cat Beds 
• 🧠 The Science of the Cat Nap: How Sleep Affects Feline Health 
• 🛏️ From Kittens to Seniors: The Best Beds for Every Life Stage

🐾 Want a bed your cat won’t ignore? You’re already in the right place → Start shopping now