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Cat hammocks
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Shop cat hammocks: window-mounted bolster hammock beds, wall shelf sets with hanging hammocks, reversible cage hammocks for kittens and small pets, and cat trees and towers that include one or more hammocks, plus an outdoor catio on wheels with its own hammock. This page is for cats that like to lounge high up, near a window or in a gentle sling. Below is how each type mounts, how to choose one that holds your cat safely, and how to encourage a hesitant cat to try it.
Why cats like hammocks
A hammock cradles a cat on all sides, which suits cats that like to curl up, and it hangs above the floor, which most cats prefer for resting. Raised resting spots let a cat watch the room without being disturbed, and in a sunny window a hammock becomes the best seat in the house.
Hammocks also take up very little floor space. A window or wall hammock adds a lounging spot in a small apartment without another bed on the floor, and in multi-cat homes it gives a second cat its own perch.
Window-mounted hammocks
Window hammocks attach to glass with suction cups, or sit on the sill with brackets. The window-mounted bolster bed here has raised sides for a more enclosed feel. Clean the glass and the cups with soapy water first, press firmly, and recheck the suction every week or two, especially in cold weather when glass contracts.
Choose a window your cat already likes, out of the path of a door that swings into it. Check the weight rating against your cat with a margin, because cats jump onto a hammock rather than stepping gently into it.
Wall and cat tree hammocks
Wall shelf sets with hammocks, and the cat trees and towers here with built-in hammocks, are the most secure option because the hammock hangs from a rigid frame. They suit heavier cats and cats that land at speed. Screw wall sets into studs or heavy duty anchors, and recheck the screws now and then.
On cat trees, a hammock near the top is usually the favorite spot. Floor-to-ceiling trees with adjustable height and multi-level towers give several places to rest, which helps in homes with more than one cat.
Cage hammocks
Reversible cage hammocks clip to the bars of a large kitten pen, dog crate or small animal cage. They are useful for kittens, cats recovering in a crate after surgery, and ferrets and rats. Two-packs make it easy to swap one into the wash.
Attach all four corners securely and hang the hammock low at first, so a kitten cannot fall far. Check the clips regularly, and remove any hammock your pet is chewing, since swallowed fabric can cause a blockage.
Getting a cat to use a hammock
Some cats jump straight in; others are suspicious of something that moves. Put a familiar blanket or a sweater that smells of you in the hammock, add a few treats or catnip, and use a wand toy to lead your cat up to it.
Mount the hammock near something stable your cat can use as a step, such as a shelf or chair. For senior cats or cats with arthritis, keep the hammock low and easy to reach, and choose a firmer, bolstered style that is simpler to climb into.
Are window cat hammocks safe?
Yes, when the suction cups are attached to clean glass, the weight rating covers your cat, and you recheck the cups regularly. Avoid windows near doors or where a fall would land on something hard.
How much weight can a cat hammock hold?
It varies by design, so check each listing. Hammocks on rigid frames, such as cat trees and wall sets, generally hold heavier cats than suction-cup window hammocks. Allow a margin for jumping.
How do I get my cat to use a hammock?
Add a familiar blanket, treats or catnip, place it near a step your cat already uses, and lead your cat to it with a wand toy. Give it time; many cats take a few days.
Can kittens use cat hammocks?
Yes, especially cage hammocks hung low inside a kitten pen. Avoid high window hammocks until a kitten is confident and coordinated, and supervise in case it chews the fabric.
Are cat hammocks good for older cats?
Low hammocks with raised sides can be cozy for senior cats. Keep them easy to reach, and choose a stable frame over a swinging one if your cat has arthritis or balance problems.