Mittens loves her new Cat Corner that Kayla and I put together.
My daughter has absolutely been head over heels in love with her cat since the day we found her hiding under our hosta bushes in the hot June sun.
Since that day, Kayla has always gone above and beyond to create a space, a fun cat corner to make the kitten as comfortable at home as possible.
How to Make the Perfect Cat Corner
For us, the perfect cat corner consists of several things --
- Litter Box
- Toy Box
- Bedding
- Food area
- and a few extras
Last year, when I went to Blog Paws, I saw so many amazing, creative cat products that it really got me thinking about how to make something fun and festive for Mittens.
Kayla and I started brainstorming right away.
Items You Will Need
Litter Box
For starters -- the litter box. We found this one on Amazon. Kayla wanted to get one that had room in it, but that also had a lid because Mittens is a kicker. Anyone with a cat that likes to kick knows exactly what I am talking about.
This one from Pethabet is perfect! It's roomy and offers Mittens everything she needed in a litter box -- and gave us peace of mind regarding litter clean up.
Another helpful item to have in your Cozy Cat Corner is this litter mat -- which catches all the litter left on their feet when your cat is walking out of the box.
It comes in a wide variety of colors and can match any decor. It does great catching extra litter, and it is easy to clean.
Cat Furniture
I saw this fun bedding at Blog Paws made by Pioneer Pet and knew I wanted to be able to have one for Mittens. She loves lying on top of and staring at the toys. If both cats get involved, one stays in the hole while the other sleeps on top.
Of course, you can always add a cat tower. I think every single cat needs some sort of cat tower.
Lots and Lots of Toys
Mittens has her own toy bin. We found a really cute one at Michael's that was on sale, but I also found these on Amazon that look the same, just a different saying on the front.
Many of her toys come from her KitNip subscription box that Kayla is a part of. Some of them we have gotten on clearance at PetSmart. She loves the one with feathers on the end. I think they remind her of a bird.
A Good Nestling Spot
Every cat loves a good nestling spot -- and Mittens is right at the top of Kayla's bed. She decorated with fun cat pillows we found at Kohl's and Amazon.
She loves snuggling and nestling on Kayla's bed --as if she is the queen and we are her royal subjects.
Fun Portraits
Every cat corner needs fun portraits to decorate the area. My daughter is a master artist and loves painting cat pictures to match a person's personality as well as their cat (if you are interested in such a portrait, email me at [email protected] and we can discuss pricing and such!)
And of course, the final touches are food and water bowls. We opted for a water fountain for Mittens like this one after I saw them at Blog Paws.
Now that we have finished putting everything together, it looks great. Mittens loves her space, and she spends a lot of her time in there just hanging out in her special space. Yes, this cat is super spoiled. In fact, we even make her a cat birthday cake every single year.
What is your favorite way to spoil your fur baby?
What an amazing painting! Your daughter is very talented.
Thank you. Yes she is!
I have used those litter mats too. They work good.
What a great idea to have everything in one corner, it does make life easier also than all over the house.
I looks like Mittens really enjoys that cat corner! Mittens is lucky to have someone like your daughter.
I love that paw print litter mat! It brings such a whimsical touch to something that is so necessary and functional.
Awe, Mittens must love her little cat sanctuary. A couple things I do not have like the litter mat and drawings on the wall (that will have to be a project the next time my granddaughter stays.) The litter mat would surely help the odd pieces of litter that get found. Kayla did a great job making a space for Mittens!!
I need to get a lidded litter box for sure and love the colors this one comes in! I should make my kitties a cat corner! We have been doing a lot of rearranging lately but I think I know the purrfect spot!
It's nice to have an area just for them. Mr. N is usually within five feet of me though so we just sprinkle dog beds around the house. He particularly likes the new orthopedic one.
Wow, what a fun little retreat. It's awesome how much fun one can build for their kitties at home.
No cats around here (daughters have allergies). But I'll bet a dog would appreciate their own area just as much!
Great painting! We have a doggie corner too. It has their toys, a bed, dog art, and a framed trick title! So similar!
I have to steal this idea from you. We love our cat and she deserves to have a beautiful space in our home too. I love that mat and the tower too. I will start creating her space this weekend. Oh, BTW, your daughter sure looks like she will have a bright future with that talent of hers!
What a fab idea! Our dogs have their own beds, with cosy memory foam mattresses, toys, a cushion, an old jumper and a blankie, as it is very cold at the moment, I also got the a reflective heat pad so that at night they are warm (we live in a very old house which gets very cold!). I love to spoil our dogs as much as you do your cats.
What a great idea! We can't wait to get a cat! and I know the kids would love to create a kitty space!
Oh yes! Mittens is spoiled plenty. Would you have it any other way? My girls got their angels wings but my favorite way to spoil them was with treats and toys they would inevitable play with for 5 minutes and then retreat to a cardbaord box. LOL
Love your cat corner supplies and decor! I'm indulgent with toys for our two pups. Frequently, we walk around a dog-friendly mall that includes one of the boutique stores for our local Humane Society. We buy many toys at their store because I'm indulgent that way and my purchase is helping a worthy animal organization, so I can rationalize the money spent.
In all honesty, I enjoy when people give their pets a corner of their own.
Wow, Mitten's corner is really nice! I wonder how many interior designers tap into this idea of making a pet's space so stylish. I love the portrait too.
We have to tell you a secret about some of the litter tracking mats. We stayed with friends when we moved to NZ and I could see the spare room where the cat litter tray was. Without fail all three of the cats jumped carefully over the mat onto the carpet *eyeroll* I had to try very hard not to laugh! The cats didn't have such a 'spoiled cat' area of their own like this though!!
I love the Raindrop Drinking Fountain. We reviewed it last year and are with you 100%. It is the best. Easy clean and the filters and pump housing is SOO CUTE and I am so glad someone else loves it as much as our cats do!
What a beautiful kitty! Your daughter is a very talented artist! Any cat would be so lucky to have such a wonderful space to call their own!
Every pet deserves their own space to call their own. You guys did a great job here! I love the cat furniture, and that picture Kayla made is adorable! She's certainly a talented artist.
Love & biscuits,
Dogs Luv Us and We Luv Them
I'm slowly working on purging and repurposing my home office since my retirement. My plan is to make it a cat-friendly room! These are some great ideas.