If you are a new cat owner, you may already be fed up with cat hair on the counters, foot prints on the window sills, and spoilt pillows.
But that frustration arose because you did not consider giving your cat his own resting spot in the first place.
In fact, a happy cat needs several cat beds in different areas of your house.
So how do you choose the purr-fect cat bed? There are so many different types and styles of cat beds that finding one that blends with your home decor should be an easy thing to do.
You can choose from colorful cat beds in pretty prints to feline beds with plenty of designer elegance.
But take note that your kitty will appreciate more how the bed feels than what it looks like.
Kitty beds often have fleece pillows to keep them feeling cozy.
These beds may be oval in shape and come with high sides.
Or they may actually be completely enclosed to form a cozy nest bed.
Your favorite feline friend enjoys being able to snuggle up in a soft spot.
That explains why cats manage to squeeze inside sofas or other odd spots to sleep.
A popular cat napping gadget is a perch which is actually a padded shelf.
Attach the cat perch to your window sill so your cat can look out the window and dream of stalking the wild birds he sees as he takes a snooze.
If your kitty sheds hair on the furniture, a nap mat is a useful choice too.
Place this sleeping mat where she usually sleeps and simply store it away when company comes.
This will keep the cushions beneath the mat cat hair free.
There are even some kitty beds that are heated up to add warmth.
If your cat spends time on the porch or in other chilly areas, you may want to consider providing him with one of these beds.
When you get a bed for your kitty, don't be surprised if she ignores it completely initially.
If she refuses to explore the bed, you may want to add a toy to the bed to attract her attention.
Try putting the bed in a cat friendly, least traffic, location to make it more appealing to her.
Cats don't like to sleep in low places.
So place the bed on an end table or platform that is a few inches higher than the floor.
In addition, make sure that the bed is not in a busy area full of heavy traffic.
If your cat feels agitated and not able to let down her guard, she won't want to sleep in this bed.
If you have many cats, certainly consider creating a napping spot for each feline.
If you don't want three or four kitty beds in your home, you may want to shop for a cat condo which allows several feline friends to sleep in raised spots.
Look for a cat condo that has climbing areas and a spot to sharpen claws in addition to sleeping areas.
That will surely make your furry friend feel at home.