In previous articles, we have discussed why your cat likes sleeping with you so much, and also the importance of your ARISTOCAT having a good bed, so today we are going to give you some tips to get your cat to sleep in its own bed.
We know it is very pleasant for your cat to snuggle up with you at night, but it is also important to get our ARISTOCATS used to sleeping in their own bed, mainly to protect their backs.
Cats are very sleepy, sleeping up to 16 hours a day, so they will spend a large part of the day sleeping. Since they sleep so many hours, it is clear that they will not always rest in the same place, but if you get your cat used to sleeping in its bed much of the time, you will improve its quality of life. Here are some TIPS on how to achieve it:
Get it used to it from a young age
This point does not apply in every case, but if you are lucky enough to have shared your life with your ARISTOCAT since it was only a few months old, take the opportunity to train it from a young age. Just as it is important to establish its spaces and some schedules, try to get it used to sleeping in its bed when it feels like sleeping. This way, you will create a routine.
The place
Your ARISTOCAT’s bed must have a fixed location, preferably one it likes. Before placing the bed, observe it for a few days and identify its favorite places to take a nap. Then place its bed there; you’ll be much more likely to get it to accept it.
Persevere
Cats can be a little fussy, so don’t give in to them. Repeat the same actions every day if necessary until your ARISTOCAT gets used to it. For example, if you don’t want to let it sleep in your bed at night, pick it up and take it to its bed, until it eventually does so by itself.
Make sure the bed is suitable
If you can’t get your cat to sleep in its bed no matter what you try, check that the bed meets its needs and provides it with a good night’s rest. Perhaps it isn’t the right bed for your feline and it needs a new one. Here we give you guidelines for choosing the perfect bed.
Play with it
During the day, pay attention to your cat. Play with it and keep it active so that it feels tired when night comes.
Don’t feed it at night
Avoid letting your cat eat too much at night, because this will make it more active and make it difficult for it to fall asleep.
By following these guidelines and being patient, you’re sure to get your cat used to its bed. You only need to make sure it offers warmth, comfort, and a sense of security, which is what an ARISTOCAT looks for in a sleeping place, and it won’t take long to get used to it.
