Cats do not want to sleep on top of things. They want to sleep inside them. Every cat owner knows the frustration of buying a beautiful bed and then finding the cat curled up in a cardboard box next to it.
This is built around that instinct. It is a firm felt ring with a tunnel running through the middle and an opening in the side, so your cat can crawl in, turn around, and settle somewhere fully enclosed on three sides. The walls hold their shape rather than collapsing, which is what makes it feel like a den instead of a cushion.
The top section lifts off. Closed, it is a cave. Open, it becomes a curved lounging bed with a raised edge to rest a chin on. Most cats use it both ways depending on the time of day and how much they want to be left alone.
Choosing your size
This is the part worth getting right, because a cave that is too tight will simply be ignored.
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50cm (50 x 50 x 20cm) suits kittens, small breeds and slim adults up to about 4kg.
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60cm (60 x 60 x 28cm) suits cats between roughly 4 and 8kg, which covers most full-grown adults. If your cat is average size or larger, or you are unsure, choose this one.
Details
- Dense wool felt construction that keeps its shape instead of flattening over time
- Removable top converts it between an enclosed cave and an open curved bed
- Tunnel shape encourages chasing and hiding, so it works as a toy as well as a bed
- Breather hole in the side so your cat can see out while staying tucked in
- Breathable felt, warm in winter without overheating in summer
- Wipe clean with a damp cloth, no cover to wash
Four finishes: light grey, dark grey, and the same two shades with a cat head cut into the side.