When Should You Switch Your Kitten to an Adult Cat Bed? (Vet-Approved Guide)

<h1>🛏️ When Should You Switch Your Kitten to an Adult Cat Bed? (Vet-Approved Guide)</h1>

<p>Your kitten is growing up fast — one minute they’re snoozing in a donut bed, the next they’re too long for it, tail flopping off the edge. 🐾</p>

<p>So when is it time to upgrade to a <strong>“big cat bed”</strong>? And how do you transition them without disrupting their sleep habits?</p>

<p>This guide covers the <strong>ideal age and signs to switch your kitten to an adult cat bed</strong>, plus the best Purrz beds to grow into.</p>

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<h2>🍼 Age Timeline: When Kittens Outgrow Kitten Beds</h2>

<ul>
  <li>📆 0–8 weeks: Enclosed, super-warm beds with high heat retention</li>
  <li>📆 2–4 months: Still need low entry points and security</li>
  <li>📆 5–6 months: May start outgrowing donut or enclosed kitten beds</li>
  <li>📆 6+ months: Ready for a full-size adult bed with structure</li>
</ul>

<p>✅ Most kittens are ready to transition between <strong>5–7 months</strong>, depending on breed and growth rate.</p>

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<h2>🔁 Signs It’s Time to Upgrade</h2>

<ul>
  <li>🐾 Tail, paws, or head hanging off the bed regularly</li>
  <li>🚫 Avoiding the bed they once loved</li>
  <li>😾 Seeming cramped or restless during sleep</li>
  <li>🔁 Choosing odd surfaces or other cat’s beds instead</li>
</ul>

<p>Cats often “vote with their paws” — if they stop using the bed, it’s time for something bigger or more structured.</p>

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<h2>🛏️ Best Purrz Beds to Grow Into</h2>

<h3>1. <a href="https://purrz.com/products/3-in-1-cat-cube-cave" target="_blank">3-in-1 Cat Cube Cave</a></h3>
<ul>
  <li>Starts as a flat pad or cave, grows into a full cube</li>
  <li>Perfect for kittens who are still playful but growing fast</li>
</ul>

<h3>2. <a href="https://purrz.com/products/xl-felt-pad" target="_blank">XL Flat Felt Pad</a></h3>
<ul>
  <li>Open, firm, and adaptable for any sleep style</li>
  <li>Great for window napping, sofa perching, or stretching out</li>
</ul>

<h3>3. <a href="https://purrz.com/products/uluru-felt-cat-cave" target="_blank">Uluru Felt Cave</a></h3>
<ul>
  <li>Provides adult-level structure and warmth</li>
  <li>Ideal for curlers and cats who still love privacy</li>
</ul>

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<h2>🐾 Transition Tips (That Actually Work)</h2>

<ul>
  <li>Place the new bed in the same spot as their old one</li>
  <li>Add a favorite blanket or toy from their kitten bed for familiarity</li>
  <li>Reward them with treats when they use the new bed</li>
  <li>Don’t discard the old bed immediately — overlap for a week if possible</li>
</ul>

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<h2>💬 Dr. Duncan Houston Says:</h2>
<blockquote>
“Switching to a new bed isn’t just about size — it’s about sleep quality. Older kittens need more structure and orthopedic support. A bed that supports their growth will help prevent behavior issues, restlessness, and even joint strain.”
</blockquote>

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<h2>🛒 Ready to Upgrade? Here’s Where to Start:</h2>

<ul>
  <li>🔁 <a href="https://purrz.com/products/3-in-1-cat-cube-cave" target="_blank">Shop the 3-in-1 Cube</a></li>
  <li>🛏️ <a href="https://purrz.com/products/xl-felt-pad" target="_blank">Get the XL Felt Pad</a></li>
  <li>🏠 <a href="https://purrz.com/products/uluru-felt-cat-cave" target="_blank">Explore the Uluru Felt Cave</a></li>
</ul>

<p>😽 <strong><a href="https://purrz.com/collections/felt-caves" target="_blank">Find the perfect adult cat bed today</a></strong></p>

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<h2>📚 References</h2>
<ol>
  <li>International Cat Care. (2023). Kitten development timeline. https://icatcare.org</li>
  <li>Buffington, C. A. (2011). Developmental needs of young cats. *Veterinary Clinics: Small Animal Practice*, 41(5), 1015–1028.</li>
</ol>