Personalized Cat Sleep Spaces: Vet Advice for Age & Personality 😴

By Dr. Duncan Houston BVSc

Every cat needs a space where they can fully rest — but not all cats nap the same. 🐾   A kitten needs warmth and enclosure. A senior needs access and joint relief. A shy cat needs security. A confident cat? They’ll sprawl out in the middle of your floor.

This article walks you through how to build a personalized sleep space for your cat — one that supports their age, behavior, and unique comfort needs.

🍼 Kittens (0–12 months) 

• ✅ Low-entry beds with enclosure for warmth
  
• ✅ Include a scent item (like your worn shirt or breeder blanket) 
• ✅ Keep away from drafts or loud environments

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• 🍩 Donut Bed 
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🧍 Adult Cats (1–7 years)

• ✅ Provide 1–2 bed types: open and enclosed 
• ✅ Give elevation + a private option 
• ✅ Place away from foot traffic, but near their preferred hangout zone

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• 🔁 3-in-1 Cube Cave 
• 🛋️ XL Felt Pad

👵 Senior Cats (8+ years)

• ✅ Flat, warm beds with soft but firm base
  
• ✅ Avoid high perches or beds with tall sides 
• ✅ Place in quiet, stable zones with little interruption

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• 🌋 Uluru Felt Cave 
• 🛋️ XL Felt Pad

😿 Shy or Anxious Cats

•  ✅ Enclosed beds that block sound + light
  
• ✅ No open perches — place beds under shelves or furniture 
• ✅ Scent consistency is key — don’t over-clean

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• 🌋 Uluru Felt Cave
  
• 🏠 Felt Houses

😸 Confident, Curious Cats

• ✅ Prefer open pads or rotating zones
  
• ✅ Like elevation or social areas 
• ✅ Still benefit from one enclosed zone for safety

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• 🔁 3-in-1 Cube Cave 
• 🏠 Felt Houses

📍 Where to Place a Cat Bed 

• Far enough from noise, but near a familiar zone 
• Warm areas (near window, radiator, or sunny floor) 
• Place on top of a low shelf, under a bench, or in a corner

✅ Consider placing multiple beds throughout the home to let your cat choose based on their mood.

💬 From Dr. Duncan Houston

“Comfort starts with security. Whether a cat is confident or cautious, young or old — the sleep space you give them can shape their behavior and wellbeing. Match it to their lifestyle, and they’ll reward you with deeper sleep and trust.”

🛒 Build the Perfect Sleep Setup for Your Cat 

• 🛏️ Donut Bed 
• 🏠 Little Hou se 
• 🔁 3-in-1 Cube
  
• 🌋 Uluru Felt Cave
  
• 🛋️ XL Felt Pad

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