What is a good cat basket?

Whether the cat feels comfortable in your cat basket depends on the location and the materials used. Basically, the sleeping place should be warm and in a protected place. Your house cat wants to sleep in peace and also retreat to be alone from time to time. The optimal location depends on the cat’s preference. Some cats love to sleep a little higher up so they can keep an overview. Other animals that are not so mobile are happy if the basket is placed in a somewhat protected place next to the sofa or in a small alcove.
If you have several cats, there should be plenty of sleeping options available. The cats will certainly sleep together in a basket, but every now and then the animals want a place to retreat to all by themselves. If you only have one animal, you can also provide it with an alternative place to sleep.
Cat caves offer a well-protected, warm and undisturbed oasis of well-being. Cat houses made of felt are particularly recommended for anxious and noise-sensitive animals.
A drafty, busy place like the hallway is not suitable for a place to relax.

Cats love it soft, warm, cozy and, above all, clean. Therefore, the materials used should correspond to these preferences. Baskets with comfortable cushions (e.g. made of fleece, brushed cotton…) and with a cozy outer cover (e.g. felt) are ideal. Plastic cat baskets are not suitable as a place to sleep.

Designer cat house made of felt with latex cushions (from left to right: Berta, Mood, Pina).

A cat basket should be large enough for the cat to lie comfortably stretched out in it. Depending on its condition, the time of day and its inclination, the cat will sleep curled up tightly or stretched out in its basket. The cat bed should be large enough for both lying positions.

Customer photo: Little MAU is sleeping visibly relaxed!

Cats love cleanliness. When buying a basket, make sure it is easy to clean. Ideally, the cushion cover or the entire basket can be machine washed so that the sleeping area is always clean. Some manufacturers offer replacement covers. This way, the cat bed is easy to clean and has a fresh cover.

Customer image: MILA cat basket in imitation leather is easy to clean and beautiful.

When buying, pay attention to where it is produced and whether the materials used are of natural origin. You should also check whether all materials are Oeko-Tex certified. This way you can be sure that your cat is sleeping in a bed that is free of harmful substances.

Customer photo: Eldorado is very satisfied with his cat basket SIRO „Handmade in Germany“.

Take a look at the reviews and references of the manufacturer. There you can get an idea of ​​how cats have reacted to the baskets and cushions on offer. On these pages you can find out a lot about the manufacturer. Is the manufacturer well established in the market, competent in pet products and a good contact for questions about cat beds?

If you can buy additional pillows, pillowcases, etc., this has the advantage that you don’t have to replace the entire cat basket if necessary. You can also keep the basket clean with an additional pillowcase.

The look of the cat basket is only of interest to you. Your cat will not care about the shape and color. You choose the design that best suits you and your living conditions. Your furry friend will only care about comfort.

Customer images: Design cat basket RONDO in felt & leather | Nominated for the Design Award of the Federal Republic of Germany.

Generally speaking, cats are very curious and like to try out new things. Once they have discovered the advantages of the cat basket, they will accept it. Sometimes, however, it takes a little patience until a new cat basket is taken over by the house cat. You can give it a helping hand by sprinkling some catnip or valerian in the cat basket. House cats are magically attracted to it. In an emergency, good retailers will take back unused cat baskets without hesitation.