Make an Easy Cat Box

These days You see all those cool cat beds in stores right? And all those dollar signs on the price tag? Now answer me this. Do cats really need a hammock or a fuzzy bed? Not to mention that most cats don't need that stuff, and probably wont use them anyway. And think about all that money you wasted on a bed your pet didn't even use. No, what cats need is a hide away that they can have some personal time in, and catch up on their rest. Before you go out and buy that 60 $ cat couch, Try this easy to make cat bed that you can make with this lying around the house.

Steps

 * 1) Find a good sized box. The size should be big enough for your pet to fit inside.[[Image:Make an Easy Cat Box Step 1.jpg|center]]
 * 2) Find a place in your room or a room where your cat sleeps often. Place your box there on it's side, with the open side facing you.[[Image:Make an Easy Cat Box Step 2.jpg|center]]
 * 3) Take only the top flap and duct tape it down. Make sure you leave the other 3 flaps open.[[Image:Make an Easy Cat Box Step 3.jpg|center]]
 * 4) Find a un-used fluffy towel and place it on the bottom of the box. If your cat prefers to be warm, place a nice blanket over the towel.[[Image:Make an Easy Cat Box Step 4.jpg|center]]
 * 5) Drape another towel over the top of the box too, in case your cat likes overlooking its territory.[[Image:Make an Easy Cat Box Step 5.jpg|center]]
 * 6) Gently guide your cat into the box. Try to get it to lay down. Now watch how your cat reacts. If it looks like it's going to fall asleep, then it likes its new bed.[[Image:Make an Easy Cat Box Step 6.jpg|center]]

Tips

 * You might have to make more than one bed if you have lots of cats.
 * If you want to help your cat get used to it, put some of his/hers toys in it, or sprinkle the bottom with catnip.
 * It may take a while for your cat to feel safe in it, so give it some time.

Warnings

 * Don't force your cat to stay inside the bed.

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