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How to make a 'hidey hole' for your cats

Grab an old t-shirt, an empty cardboard box and what have you got? The perfect hiding place for your cat to snuggle up and feel safe! Want to find out how to make one for your feline friend? Follow our easy how-to below.

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Samantha – Cat advisor

Hiding is perfectly normal cat behaviour. They enjoy quiet, enclosed spaces where they can snuggle up and feel safe and secure. It’s important to provide plenty of places in the home for your cat to retreat to when they want to relax or watch what’s going on without being seen.

A ‘hidey hole’ box will help your cat feel happy and settled in the home. All you need is two things, a t-shirt and a box!

Check out the video below for instructions and find out everything you need to get started:

You will need

T-shirt
Cardboard box (make sure it’s big enough for your cat to sit comfortably in and turn around )

What to do

Stand the empty cardboard box up so the opening is facing you. You can either fold the tabs down or cut them off.
Grab your t-shirt and pull it tight over the outside of the box.
Make sure the neck of the t-shirt is at the opening of the box.
Flip the box over, gather the excess fabric at the bottom of the box and tie it off with string, in a knot, or if you have a bit more time and you’re handy with a sewing needle, you can sew it closed for a professional finish.
Fold the sleeves towards the bottom of the box.
Place the box on its side and pop a blanket inside for your cat. They be able to walk into their box whenever they like for a safe snooze.

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