The new bed may differ from your cat's preferred resting place in position, texture, space, access or exposure. Start by comparing those details instead of assuming the cat dislikes all beds. A cushion placed in a busy walkway offers a different experience from the quiet sofa corner your cat already chooses. Check that the usable area is large enough and that the entrance or bolster is easy to cross. Allow voluntary exploration and keep familiar resting places available. A small familiar blanket may help if it does not obstruct the design. Try one practical adjustment at a time so you can see what changes. Do not repeatedly put the cat inside or hold them there. Some cats continue to rotate between several sleeping places, so occasional use can still be worthwhile without the new bed becoming their exclusive resting spot.
Start with the easiest difference to test. If the cat sleeps on a familiar blanket, place that blanket on the new bed only where the design permits, keeping the position unchanged so the result is interpretable.
For product comparisons alongside this advice, see Velvet Nest and Silver Velvet Nest. The details below explain their sizes and uses.
Related products
Velvet NestA bolster bed offered in several sizes, up to 90 × 68 cm overall. Compare the sleeping area inside the bolsters rather than the outside size alone.
Silver Velvet NestA 76 × 61 × 23 cm bed with a removable washable cover and a lowered front, useful when comparing cleaning and access.
AeroMat Chill PadA flat quilted mat in sizes up to 70 × 100 cm, useful for cats that stretch out. It is a resting mat, not an actively cooled surface.
Further reading: cats.org.uk.
