Cat Houses
What should I consider when buying an indoor cat house?
When giving your cat a place to rest after keeping them occupied all day, consider the following:
- Material: Look for sturdy, non-toxic materials for a long-lasting solution, and consider whether your cat prefers natural or synthetic textures.
- Size: Your cat house should be big enough that your cat can turn around and stretch out when lying down.
- Features: Some indoor cat houses include built-in scratchers (which you can employ in addition to standalone cat trees & scratching posts), platforms, or even built-in toys for climbing and enrichment.
Did you know?: Cats instinctively seek enclosed spaces for comfort and safety, so offering a cat house is a great way to mimic their natural behaviours.
What should I consider when buying an indoor cat house?
When giving your cat a place to rest after keeping them occupied all day, consider the following:
- Material: Look for sturdy, non-toxic materials for a long-lasting solution, and consider whether your cat prefers natural or synthetic textures.
- Size: Your cat house should be big enough that your cat can turn around and stretch out when lying down.
- Features: Some indoor cat houses include built-in scratchers (which you can employ in addition to standalone cat trees & scratching posts), platforms, or even built-in toys for climbing and enrichment.
Did you know?: Cats instinctively seek enclosed spaces for comfort and safety, so offering a cat house is a great way to mimic their natural behaviours.
Why should I get a cat house for indoors?
Some cats prefer curling up in enclosed spaces. Indoor cat houses offer a cosy space where your cat can feel secure, rest undisturbed, or observe their surroundings in comfort. For many cats, especially those living in busy or multi-pet homes, a dedicated hideaway provides a welcome sense of privacy and calm.
There are many options available to suit your cat’s needs. A wooden cat house can provide a cool escape during the summer, while variations such as cat dens made from felt can provide extra warmth and comfort during colder months.
Why should I get a cat house for indoors?
Some cats prefer curling up in enclosed spaces. Indoor cat houses offer a cosy space where your cat can feel secure, rest undisturbed, or observe their surroundings in comfort. For many cats, especially those living in busy or multi-pet homes, a dedicated hideaway provides a welcome sense of privacy and calm.
There are many options available to suit your cat’s needs. A wooden cat house can provide a cool escape during the summer, while variations such as cat dens made from felt can provide extra warmth and comfort during colder months.
What kind of accessories can I add to my indoor cat house?
While some cat houses include built-in features, there’s plenty of ways to adapt it to your cat’s specific needs. Here's a quick overview of common accessories and which types of cats and environments they’re best suited for:
| Type of Accessory | |
|---|---|
| Best for | Long-haired or heat-sensitive cats, or cats who live in hot places |
| Key features | Designed to help keep cats comfortable in the heat |
| Type of Accessory | |
| Best for | Some senior cats or cats who may benefit from extra warmth and support |
| Key features | Provides gentle warmth for added comfort |
| Type of Accessory | |
| Best for | Cats who like soft, adaptable surfaces and enjoy variety in sleeping positions |
| Key features | Lightweight, portable, and easy to mix and match with other furniture or beds |
| Type of Accessory | |
| Best for | Extra comfort, warmth, and a familiar scent on furniture or in carriers |
| Key features | Soft, machine-washable, great for cooler months |
Type of Accessory | Best for | Key features |
|---|---|---|
Long-haired or heat-sensitive cats, or cats who live in hot places | Designed to help keep cats comfortable in the heat | |
Some senior cats or cats who may benefit from extra warmth and support | Provides gentle warmth for added comfort | |
Cats who like soft, adaptable surfaces and enjoy variety in sleeping positions | Lightweight, portable, and easy to mix and match with other furniture or beds | |
Extra comfort, warmth, and a familiar scent on furniture or in carriers | Soft, machine-washable, great for cooler months |
What kind of accessories can I add to my indoor cat house?
While some cat houses include built-in features, there’s plenty of ways to adapt it to your cat’s specific needs. Here's a quick overview of common accessories and which types of cats and environments they’re best suited for:
| Type of Accessory | |
|---|---|
| Best for | Long-haired or heat-sensitive cats, or cats who live in hot places |
| Key features | Designed to help keep cats comfortable in the heat |
| Type of Accessory | |
| Best for | Some senior cats or cats who may benefit from extra warmth and support |
| Key features | Provides gentle warmth for added comfort |
| Type of Accessory | |
| Best for | Cats who like soft, adaptable surfaces and enjoy variety in sleeping positions |
| Key features | Lightweight, portable, and easy to mix and match with other furniture or beds |
| Type of Accessory | |
| Best for | Extra comfort, warmth, and a familiar scent on furniture or in carriers |
| Key features | Soft, machine-washable, great for cooler months |
Type of Accessory | Best for | Key features |
|---|---|---|
Long-haired or heat-sensitive cats, or cats who live in hot places | Designed to help keep cats comfortable in the heat | |
Some senior cats or cats who may benefit from extra warmth and support | Provides gentle warmth for added comfort | |
Cats who like soft, adaptable surfaces and enjoy variety in sleeping positions | Lightweight, portable, and easy to mix and match with other furniture or beds | |
Extra comfort, warmth, and a familiar scent on furniture or in carriers | Soft, machine-washable, great for cooler months |
What size indoor cat house should I choose?
Choose a house that allows your cat to stand, stretch, and curl up comfortably. Consider multi-cat or large options for bigger breeds.
What size indoor cat house should I choose?
Choose a house that allows your cat to stand, stretch, and curl up comfortably. Consider multi-cat or large options for bigger breeds.
Will my cat use a cat house indoors?
Most cats enjoy enclosed, quiet spaces. Many owners find that when a cat house is placed in a warm and calm area, and their cat is allowed to explore it freely, their cat does use them.
Will my cat use a cat house indoors?
Most cats enjoy enclosed, quiet spaces. Many owners find that when a cat house is placed in a warm and calm area, and their cat is allowed to explore it freely, their cat does use them.