It's no secret that cats love warmth, soft surfaces, heights and not to be bothered. How many owners of these animals were tormented by pulling their pets out of the closets and with unsuccessful attempts to insist that the pet sleep in the designated place, and not on his favorite sweater! It should be recognized that the victory most often remains with the cat, and the owner on an industrial scale purchases brushes for removing wool from clothing.
In this case, the issue is resolved quite easily. You just need to take into account the wishes of your furry friend and equip him with a couch where he will definitely like it. For example, hang a hammock for a cat on a battery. It costs not so much, but if you wish, you can build it yourself. Pleasure will be received not only by the cat, but also by you.
Things to consider when choosing a hammock
Often in domestic pet stores, pet accessories are represented by the Trixie brand. A hammock for a cat of this manufacturer can be selected according to the specific parameters and requirements of your pet. For example, if Maine Coon or a similarly noble Russian nobleman walks around your apartment, the first thing you should pay attention to is the frame. For such a weighty specimen, it is better to choose a lounger on a metal base, moreover, it is desirable that it be light, otherwise your radiator will come off under the combined mass of the bed and its owner.
The second nuance is the type of fastening. The hammock for the cat on the battery is fixed with rounded hooks. For a plate radiator, rectangular mounts are provided.
The third point is your cat’s tastes. If he climbs right on the radiator, almost burning his paws, he needs a hammock that would fit to the battery, that is, hanging from it. If the purr prefers to stay at some distance from the heating device, buy a raised version, which will have a gap between the sunbed and the hot surface.
And the last - pay attention to what the hammock for the cat will fit on the battery. These animals are very picky about the fabric and are unlikely to settle for nylon or other slippery synthetics. On the other hand, the fabric should be fairly strong, stretchable, easily removable and resistant to abrasion. All these characteristics must be indicated in the product instructions.
Pros of Battery Rookery
The main and indisputable advantage that a hammock has on a radiator for a cat is that you do not have to accustom the animal to it. The hammock takes the form of a pet’s body, no matter what position it is in. Take a closer look at which battery the cat prefers if there are several “heaters” in the house. The next plus is the vacated place, which used to be occupied by a couch. In addition, the hammock can be removed easily, so that if necessary, remove it will not be difficult. In addition to the fact that in the winter the cat in such a bed will warm up, in the summer he will enjoy the coolness of a cold battery here. Believe me, a hammock will become your favorite vacation spot, and your clothes and furniture will no longer need daily cleaning of wool.
The disadvantages of a cozy place
There are few of them, but you need to think about them in advance. First of all, the cat overheats near the radiator, and if it jumps out onto the balcony or settles in under a window leaf to look outside, it can catch a cold. Due to constant heating, the animal’s hair dries. This can cause not only premature molting, but also more serious problems, so it would be nice to ask your veterinarian for advice. And the main minus - if your pet has some kind of disease, for example, suppuration of the ears, then overheating can aggravate the situation. Therefore, in this case, a consultation with a veterinarian is mandatory. And, of course, the hammock for the cat on the battery should not be installed if the animal has recently undergone surgery.
Cat lounger from an unnecessary dryer
Those who are unlucky with pet stores may well build a hammock for a cat with their own hands. If your beast is of a usual, not gigantic size, the metal dryer for dishes will be a very good solution as a basis : it has suitable hooks and is designed for a weight greater than cat's. For greater reliability, the vertical rods can be tied to the battery links with twine. Nippers remove the slats at the bottom of the dryer so that the hammock itself can sag. In size (with the capture of the "back", which is adjacent to the radiator), multiplied by two, a piece of dense, but soft material is cut off, stitched and twisted on three sides. A synthetic winterizer folded in two or three layers (depending on its thickness and the desired final softness) is sewn in different directions and inserted into the cover. On the fourth side zipper is sewn, loops or ties are attached at the corners so that the cover does not fidget. After that, the design can be hung on a radiator and invite your cat to evaluate it.
Raised bed
This do-it-yourself hammock for cats is designed for those animals that don’t like fat too much, but stay close to a heat source. Two L-shaped coasters are knocked together from strong wide boards. For reliability, a spacer is nailed obliquely on the vertical and horizontal slats. Both supports are fastened with a bar of such a length that the cat in the hammock is comfortable. It turns out, as it were, a bent double-toothed fork. With long ends, it is driven into the battery, and a sagging cover is put on the shorter ones. It is done very simply: two pieces of fabric are lined up on both sides to make a cloth pipe. On both sides, stepping back, another line is made: the hammock straps will be tucked here. The third side is sewn up tightly, and with the fourth a mattress and lightning are inserted to change it.