How to choose a cat bed

When selecting a cat bed, it is necessary to comprehensively consider five core dimensions: size compatibility, material selection, seasonal characteristics, design safety, and cleaning convenience, to ensure that it meets the resting needs and behavioral habits of cats. 1Encyclopedia2
Size and space adaptation: The size of the cat bed should be based on the body length of the cat. The length of the bed is recommended to be 1.5 times the body length of the cat. For example, a cat with a body length of 40cm should choose a cat bed of about 60cm. Specific adjustments should be made according to body size: 12
Young cats/small cats (such as Siamese cats): choose the S-M size (diameter 30-40cm), as a compact space enhances a sense of security. 3 Medium-sized cats (such as ordinary domestic cats): choose the M-L size (diameter 40-50cm), ensuring freedom of movement. 3 Large cats (such as Ragdoll cats, Maine Coon cats): require the XXL size (diameter above 50cm), to avoid discomfort from curling up. 3 4 Multi-cat households should allocate the number of nests according to the "N+1" principle, to reduce territorial conflicts. 1
The material and seasonal characteristics directly affect comfort and seasonal adaptability, and need to be selected in conjunction with the climate:
Winter Warm Type: Velvet/Thickened Cotton Nest: The inner layer is made of short plush or insulation cotton, paired with a detachable electric blanket (such as the Qia Ran heated cat bed) to maintain an ideal temperature of 20-26℃ inside the nest. 14 Wooden Nest: Natural wood has good insulation properties, suitable for environments without heating. 56 Summer Breathable Type: Rattan/Corrugated Paper Nest: Large gaps and fast heat dissipation prevent stuffiness. 27 Sisal Nest: It also serves as a claw-grinding tool, breathable and durable. 16 All-Season Type: Detachable Design Nest (such as the plush inner liner type), add velvet in winter and replace in summer for flexible adaptation. 34 Design Safety and Cleaning Maintenance Structural Design: Closed with a door curtain: Suitable for timid or newly arrived cats, with an entrance diameter of 25-30cm, enhancing a sense of security. 18 Semi-Open/Dome Structure: Meets the observation needs of lively cats, such as the Cactus Sisal Bucket Nest, which combines entertainment and rest. 47 Stability: The nest body needs to be anti-slip and anti-toppling, and high-level cat nests should be fixed on a platform 80cm above the ground. 15 Cleaning and Safety: Washable Materials: Preferably choose outer waterproof fabric and inner liner that can be machine-washed (such as the Qia Ran cat bed), and disinfect once a week. 23 Safety Inspection: Avoid sharp edges and corners, plastic nests need to pass VOC testing, and wooden nest bodies need to be polished smooth.