What cat bed styles does Things Square offer?+β
Things Square offers cat beds across multiple styles β cave and hooded beds, donut and round beds, window perch suction-mount beds, self-warming thermal beds, radiator hammock beds, flat cushion beds, novelty tent and teepee beds, and heated electric beds. All bed covers are removable and machine-washable.
Why won't my cat use their bed?+β
The most common reasons a cat won't use their bed are: wrong location (cats prefer your chosen sleeping spots, not yours), unfamiliar smell (new beds smell like the factory), wrong style (doesn't match the cat's sleeping preference), or the bed is too exposed and open for a security-seeking cat. Try repositioning the bed where the cat already sleeps, adding your clothing or the cat's existing bedding for familiar scent, and sprinkling catnip on the surface. Most cats adopt a correctly placed, familiar-smelling bed within a few days.
What is the best cat bed for an anxious cat?+β
Enclosed cave beds and hooded igloo beds are ideal for anxious cats β the covered, enclosed space replicates a hidden den which provides the maximum sense of security that anxious cats crave. The entrance allows monitoring of the surroundings while the enclosed walls provide the protected feeling that open beds cannot offer. Self-warming beds are also beneficial for anxious cats as the warmth has a physically calming effect on the nervous system.
Are heated cat beds safe?+β
Low-wattage electric heated cat beds (typically 6β12 watts) are safe when used as directed. They are thermostatically controlled to maintain a safe warmth level and automatically switch off if overheated. Always use the specific pet-safe heated beds available in our collection β never use human heating pads designed for human use, as these reach temperatures dangerous to cats. Self-warming non-electric beds that use thermal reflective technology have no electrical components and are completely safe without any monitoring requirements.
How do I clean a cat bed?+β
Remove the cover and machine-wash on a hot cycle (60Β°C where the care label permits) weekly. Hot washing kills bacteria, dust mites, and flea eggs. Spot-clean the inner foam or cushion with a pet-safe enzyme cleaner and air outdoors in direct sunlight β UV light is naturally antibacterial. Avoid putting foam inserts in the washing machine as agitation damages foam structure. Replace the whole bed when it loses its shape and support, or when the cover can no longer be adequately cleaned β typically every 12β18 months.