Why Kittens Sleep So Much (And How to Support Healthy Growth)
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<h1>😴 Why Kittens Sleep So Much (And How to Support Healthy Growth)</h1>
<p>Don’t worry if your new kitten sleeps all day — it’s completely normal. In fact, kittens sleep <strong>16–20 hours a day</strong> to fuel their rapid brain and body development.</p>
<h2>🧠 Sleep = Growth</h2>
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<li>🦴 Bone growth & muscle recovery</li>
<li>🧠 Memory processing from play and learning</li>
<li>💪 Immune system development</li>
</ul>
<h2>🛏️ Best Beds for Growing Kittens</h2>
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<li>🛏️ <a href="https://purrz.com/products/3-in-1-cat-cube-cave">3-in-1 Cube</a> – starts flat, grows with them</li>
<li>🍩 <a href="https://purrz.com/products/donut-bed">Donut Bed</a> – plush, secure, washable</li>
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<h2>💬 From the Vet</h2>
<blockquote>“Young kittens wake to eat, zoom, and learn — then crash hard. Supporting deep, uninterrupted sleep is critical to their growth, energy levels, and behavior.”</blockquote>
<p>🧸 <strong><a href="https://purrz.com/collections/felt-caves">Find the right bed for your little explorer here</a></strong></p>
