Kitten Sleep Comfort Made Easy – A Vet’s 2025 Guide to Bedding Basics 😴🐱

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Kitten Sleep Comfort Made Easy – A Vet’s 2025 Guide to Bedding Basics 😴🐱
By Dr. Duncan Houston BVSc
Your kitten’s bed isn’t just a cozy corner — it’s their first sense of safety in a brand-new world. What you place inside that little nest can help your kitten sleep better, settle faster, and feel confident and secure in their new home. 🐾
In this guide, we cover exactly what to include in a kitten’s bed, what to avoid, and how to make it a place they’ll love to nap in day after day.
✅ Kitten Bed Must-Haves
1. A Soft, Supportive Base
- Choose a bed that retains heat, supports curling, and has soft walls
- Vet-approved picks: Donut Bed, Little House Felt Bed, 3-in-1 Cube
2. A Familiar or Scented Blanket
- Use a fleece or sherpa blanket — never wool or loose yarn
- Bonus: Rub the blanket on their littermates or keep one from the breeder/rescue
- If that’s not possible, place a T-shirt you’ve worn overnight into the bed
3. A Warmth Source (Optional)
- Use a microwavable heat disc under the bed insert or cushion
- Always wrap in a towel — no direct heat against skin
- Do not use electric heating pads or hot water bottles
4. A Comfort Object
- Small plush toy or “heartbeat” snuggle toy
- Even a soft sock can give a kitten something to cuddle
🐾 These items mimic the warmth and touch of a littermate
❌ What to Avoid in Kitten Beds
- Loose strings, zippers, or items they can chew
- Thick, overheating synthetic bedding without breathability
- Open floors or hard surfaces — kittens lose heat fast
🛏️ Purrz Beds That Make It Easy
- 🍩 Donut Bed – ideal for curling, comfort, and first-week transitions
- 🏡 Little House Felt Bed – warm, safe, and fully enclosed
- 🔁 3-in-1 Cat Cube Cave – flat for crates, cave for home
🧠 Vet Insight: Dr. Duncan Houston
“Kittens crave warmth, scent, and softness — not just for physical comfort but for emotional regulation. The right bedding setup can reduce crying, improve sleep, and speed up how quickly they settle into their new home.”
🛍️ Build the Perfect Bed in One Click
- 🧸 Shop Donut Bed
- 🏠 Get the Little House
- 🧳 Try the 3-in-1 Cube