What Should You Put in a Kitten’s Bed? (Vet-Approved Kitten Sleep Setup)
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<h1>🧸 What Should You Put in a Kitten’s Bed? (Vet-Approved Kitten Sleep Setup)</h1>
<p>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 <strong>sleep better, settle faster, and feel confident and secure</strong> in their new home. 🐾</p>
<p>In this guide, we cover <strong>exactly what to include in a kitten’s bed</strong>, what to avoid, and how to make it a place they’ll love to nap in day after day.</p>
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<h2>✅ Kitten Bed Must-Haves</h2>
<h3>1. A Soft, Supportive Base</h3>
<ul>
<li>Choose a bed that <strong>retains heat, supports curling, and has soft walls</strong></li>
<li>Vet-approved picks:
<a href="https://purrz.com/products/donut-bed" target="_blank">Donut Bed</a>,
<a href="https://purrz.com/products/little-house-felt-bed" target="_blank">Little House Felt Bed</a>,
<a href="https://purrz.com/products/3-in-1-cat-cube-cave" target="_blank">3-in-1 Cube</a>
</li>
</ul>
<h3>2. A Familiar or Scented Blanket</h3>
<ul>
<li>Use a <strong>fleece or sherpa blanket</strong> — never wool or loose yarn</li>
<li>Bonus: Rub the blanket on their littermates or keep one from the breeder/rescue</li>
<li>If that’s not possible, place a T-shirt you’ve worn overnight into the bed</li>
</ul>
<h3>3. A Warmth Source (Optional)</h3>
<ul>
<li>Use a <strong>microwavable heat disc</strong> under the bed insert or cushion</li>
<li>Always wrap in a towel — no direct heat against skin</li>
<li>Do not use electric heating pads or hot water bottles</li>
</ul>
<h3>4. A Comfort Object</h3>
<ul>
<li>Small plush toy or “heartbeat” snuggle toy</li>
<li>Even a soft sock can give a kitten something to cuddle</li>
</ul>
<p>🐾 These items mimic the warmth and touch of a littermate</p>
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<h2>❌ What to Avoid in Kitten Beds</h2>
<ul>
<li>Loose strings, zippers, or items they can chew</li>
<li>Thick, overheating synthetic bedding without breathability</li>
<li>Open floors or hard surfaces — kittens <strong>lose heat fast</strong></li>
</ul>
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<h2>🛏️ Purrz Beds That Make It Easy</h2>
<ul>
<li>🍩 <a href="https://purrz.com/products/donut-bed" target="_blank">Donut Bed</a> – ideal for curling, comfort, and first-week transitions</li>
<li>🏡 <a href="https://purrz.com/products/little-house-felt-bed" target="_blank">Little House Felt Bed</a> – warm, safe, and fully enclosed</li>
<li>🔁 <a href="https://purrz.com/products/3-in-1-cat-cube-cave" target="_blank">3-in-1 Cat Cube Cave</a> – flat for crates, cave for home</li>
</ul>
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<h2>🧠 Vet Insight: Dr. Duncan Houston</h2>
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“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.”
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<h2>🛍️ Build the Perfect Bed in One Click</h2>
<ul>
<li>🧸 <a href="https://purrz.com/products/donut-bed" target="_blank">Shop Donut Bed</a></li>
<li>🏠 <a href="https://purrz.com/products/little-house-felt-bed" target="_blank">Get the Little House</a></li>
<li>🧳 <a href="https://purrz.com/products/3-in-1-cat-cube-cave" target="_blank">Try the 3-in-1 Cube</a></li>
</ul>
<p>💤 <strong><a href="https://purrz.com/collections/felt-caves">Shop all Purrz kitten comfort beds</a></strong></p>
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<h2>📚 References</h2>
<ol>
<li>Buffington, C. A. T. (2011). Feline developmental care: sleep, scent, and behavior. *Vet Clinics of North America*, 41(5), 995–1015.</li>
<li>International Cat Care. (2023). Bedding and enrichment for kittens. https://icatcare.org</li>
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