The Best Cozy Cat Blankets for Your Pet (2024)

My very fluffy kitty, Gingie, loves to sleep on the corner of my bed, both at night and during the day.

I love having him there (he helps keep my feet warm), but I’m tired of having hit cat hair (and worse, all the leaves and junk to stick to belly and tail when he goes outside) all over my bed.

I thought it would be nice for both of us if he had his own blanket, designed just for cats, so I did some research on what was out there.

The blankets listed below meet the needs of all kinds of cats, from the cute little kitty to the adult cat, the long-haired cat, and not forgetting the senior cat and the cat with special needs. These blankets are made from good quality, tighter weave materials that are easy to shake or brush off cat hair.

Scroll down to the bottom of this post for some tips and instructions for how to wash a blanket that’s covered in cat hair.

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What Type of Blanket is Best for Cats?

Ask My Cat says that cats generally prefer softer, fluffy blankets because those blankets remind them of their mother when they were kittens. (Isn’t that sweet?)

The most typical blankets that your cat is likely snuggle up to are:

Fleece
Knitted
Woven
Quilts
Tufted Blankets
Bouclette
Furry/Fuzzy Fabric
Comforters on beds, perhaps of their favorite human
Towels
Piles of clothes

PetFusion Premium Cat Blanket | Available in Plush or Quilted

Yizhi Miaow Fleece Blanket for Cats

This blanket is the best and initial first to welcome my new kitty into my personal space. It is a strange, scary environment for a kitty and probably the first night without its mother. Settle and calm the little feline by creating a special sleeping place with a soft, warm blanket.

This item is a pack of three super soft and fuzzy blankets with three different colors (blue, yellow, pink). The fabric is Coral Fleece, a good quality 100% double-sided flannel. The material is easy to wash and will not shrink.

• The size of the blanket is 23″L x 16″W
• Pattern – elephant print

This super-soft flannel blanket is also ideal for kneading or sucking on, which the kitten will mimic the act of nursing on its mother. The blanket is not too heavy or oversized, so a little kitten can move around and crawl out easily from under the blanket.

Pros:

Easy to wash
Will not shrink

Cons:

Not big enough for large cats

Click here to see photos of a couple kittens curled up in these blankets.

Warm Soft Fuzzy Throw Blankets for Cats

This blanket is Amazon’s Choice in the “Small Pet Blanket” category.

A young cat will feel all grown-up with this lovely blanket when it has outgrown the kitten stage. The cat can sharpen its claws by kneading the blanket, or because it is in a happy space, the kneading is a form of relaxation.

Give the cat the old kitty blanket and the new blanket to sleep with for a while until the feline fully accepts the new blanket. It takes a little time for the cat’s unique scent to rub off on the new blanket.

The blanket is made from 100% polyester microfiber for keeping cats comfortably warm.

• Size Small – 24”W x 32”L
• Size Medium – 32”W x 40”L
• Size Large – 40”W x 48”L
• Comes in a variety of colors

Use this blanket for sleeping on beds, couches, or the cat’s favorite chair. The material has been tested and approved to be completely free for any substance that may harm the cat’s health or skin. It can be machine washed, and the material gets softer with each wash.

Reviewers loved how these blankets were a good value, “snuggly soft,” and the perfect size to cover the top of their couch cushions where their cats love to sleep.

Pros:
• Microfibres keeps cat warm
• Tested approved to promote healthy skin

Cons:
• Not suitable for long-haired cats

Click here to see to see a photo of a cat enjoying this blanket.

LUCKITTY Glow in The Dark Cat Throw Blanket

I have a wandering adult cat at home. He never stays inside the enclosed garden as a good cat should. Life seems greener on the other side for this naughty tomcat. He does love to snuggle under a blanket when he decides to come home, and this blanket will be perfect for my wanderer:

This glow-in-the-dark blanket emits a soft and starry bright light and creates a soothing and peaceful environment for a cat. This blanket will magically glow for up to 5 hours when exposed to natural sunlight or lamplight.

• Size Small – 22”W x 30”L
• Size Medium – 30”W x 54”L
• Size Large – 38”W x 54”L
• Color – gray

It is made from flannel, is warm and cozy, and protects furniture from scratching and from pet hair. It has a six-month warranty for any manufacturer defects, and it has passed the international safety test.

This blanket will keep the drifter cat snuggled at home, or if he decides to go for a night out, at least it will light his way home!

Pros:
• Protects furniture from cat scratches and pet hair
• Six-month warranty

Cons:
• Needs frequent washing as it attracts cat hair

Two Tone Reversible Pet Hair Resistant Blanket for Dogs & Cats

This blanket is hair resistant and is best for long-haired cats to combat shedding hair.

The two-tone reversible blanket has a plush polyester fleece on one side and velvet on the other side. It is a product of the US. The soft and cozy dense fibers are 100% polyester Micro Plush which is shed resistant.

• Size Small – 35”L x 45”W
• Size Medium – 45”L x 42”W
• Size Large – 53”L x 42”W

This blanket comes in light and medium gray colors and protects furniture from clawing, scratching, and unwanted cat hair. The fabric is easy to clean and machine washable.

Pros:
• The material is shed resistant
• Machine washable

Cons:
• Would need more frequent shaking out and washing

Click here to see photos of both cats and dogs enjoying this blanket.

Pet Cooling Blanket with Breathable Ice Silk Fabric

This blanket is for the hot summer season when cats need a cooler and lighter blanket to laze away the sunny days.

The feel of the blanket is cool to the touch and is made with ice silk fiber on the top layer. The material is safe, with non-irritating fibers and no chemicals.

• Size S – 28”L x 30”W
• Size L – 44”L x 30”W
• Color – blue

It is easily machine washed and can be used anywhere in the home. This blanket comes in a convenient pack of two (blue and gray).

Pros:
• Cool material
• Material is soft, non-irritating fibers

Cons:
• Not suitable in cold weather

World’s Best Cozy-Soft Microfleece Travel Blanket

This blanket is the best travel blanket for taking a kitty to the vet or on any outing. The blanket can be used in a cat carrier or tightly wrapped around the cat for a secure travel experience. This 100% polyester fleece-knit blanket is lightweight, compact, and inexpensive.
• Size – 60”L x 50”W
• Color – solid
• Pattern – leopard print
The blanket is soft and cozy and will provide any cat with warmth and comfort.

Pros:
• Lightweight for ease of carrying
• Inexpensive
• Machine washable in warm water

Cons:
• Only available in one size

Kya Pet Products Weighted Pet Blanket

This blanket is an excellent buy for a cat that suffers from anxiety. Some cats will feel anxious being separated from their owner; loud noises during thunderstorms and fireworks disrupt sleep and causes significant anxiety issues. The gentle pressure provided by this anxiety blanket can ease stress levels and help the cat sleep peacefully.

The polyester wadding is environmentally friendly, and the soft and silky touch will allow my cat to sleep in comfort.

• Size – 48”L x 36”W

This weighted blanket has seven breathable layers to provide the much-needed weighted hug to alleviate anxiety. Polyester is easy to clean and can be machine washed.

Pros:
• Environmentally friendly material
• It can be machine washed

Cons:
• Not suitable for frail cats

KOOLTAIL Self Warming Flannel Cat Bed with Cat Blanket

This heated blanket is a must for the senior cat to warm and soothe aching joints. When a cat is in its senior years, it moves slower and is not as agile as before. They prefer to lie quietly on the floor rather than jump up onto furniture, and they take longer than usual to settle down.

These slow movements could signify that their joints might be painful due to their advanced age. Offering comfy spaces to sleep on the floor is a good idea.

The blanket and mat are made of soft flannel fiber. The mat is equipped with a self-heating layer to provide warmth for the senior cat.

• Blanket Size – 29”L x 21”W
• Mat Size – 28”L x 20”W
• Color – blue
• Pattern – Leopard

There is a non-slip layer at the bottom to keep the mat in place on smooth surfaces like flooring.

This blanket will keep my elderly cat snug and warm. The matching pair can be machine washed in cold water and laid flat to dry.

Pros:
• Non-slip layer on the bottom
• Excellent for a chilly night

Cons:
• Not suitable to use on furniture

Pet Parents Cat Blanket with Cozy and Water Resistant Sherpup

Pet Parents Premium Cat Blanket with Cozy and Water Resistant Sherpup

This waterproof blanket is best for the incontinent elderly cat, a kitten that is potty-training, or just a clumsy teenage cat that constantly knocks over cups and glasses. A blanket with waterproof surfaces will protect furniture and bedding and is ideal for those minor mishaps.

• Size Small – 24”L x 32”W
• Size Medium – 32”L x 40”W
• Size Large – 50”L x 60”W
• Color- slate

The blanket is lined with warm Sherpa on one side and microfiber fleece on the reverse. The waterproof inner lining effectively prevents any liquid from leaking and will prevent the cat or kitten from humidity and cold.

It is reversible with two different textures and colors and is strong and durable. This blanket is lightweight and easy to clean; simply machine washes in cold water.

Reviewers loved how this blanket was super soft and lightweight. Also, one reviewer pointed out that the fluffier material resisted stains from hairball-induced “kitty yak” better than more traditional towels and blankets.

Pros:
• Waterproof
• Strong and durable

Cons:
• It will require daily washing

Bessie and Barnie Plush Faux Fur Pet Reversible Cat Blanket

A lovely and elegant blanket is our choice for the cat with an aristocratic personality. This cat will stare at anyone behind beautiful eyes and act like royalty with a no-nonsense regal demeanor. It is the fussy eater, the “don’t touch me till I say so” stance, but when it’s ‘in the mood’ it’s the arrogant feline that many a cat lover enjoys.

For this stately royal, only this beautiful branded cat blanket will do.

• Size Extra-Small – 20”L x 20”W
• Size Small – 23”L x 24”W
• Size Medium – 35”L x 28”W
• Size Large – 56”L x 36”W

This faux fur fabric is soft, durable, long-lasting, and 100% machine washable. The blanket is reversible, offering comfort on both sides. It is hand-made by artisans in the US.

Pros:
• Superior quality, hand-made
• Long-lasting

Cons:
• Pricey

Pet Magasin Self Warming Cat Sleeping Bag

Pawprints Memorial Pet Bereavement Blanket

This blanket is different — instead of being for your kitty to snuggle up on, it’s for the sad event when the life of a much-loved cat comes to an end. A unique way to remember that special feline companion would be to embroider their name onto the blanket or throw. Then whenever you wrap yourself up in this blanket, you’ll feel close to your beloved pet.

This blanket is an ideal gift to give to someone who has lost a cat or for my remembrance. This blanket is not personalized but can be purchased, and the embroidery is then created by an embroidery or printing company.

• Size – 60”L x 50”W
• Color – gray
• Pattern – animal paw prints

The blanket is made from super soft plush fleece and comes in gray with a heartfelt ‘pawprints left by you’ and a red heart accent. This high-quality 100% polyester is machine washable. It comes in ready-to-gift packaging with a card insert for writing a special message.

Pros:
• Perfect gift and keepsake
• High-quality material

Cons:
• Embroidery not included

ISEAU Fluffy Sherpa Fleece Cat Blanket

A good buy for keeping the cold weather at bay will be this warm and snug blanket.
Even though cats have a warm, soft, and fluffy exterior, they will still feel the chill of the cold winter months.

This reversible blanket is soft to the touch and made of premium fur. It has a super soft fiber velvet material and a fuzzy Sherpa fiber lining on the other side.

• Size Small – 20” L x 30” W
• Size Medium – 30”L x 40”W
• Size Large – 40”L x 60”W

The material is lightweight, easy to clean, and machine washable. To maintain the shaggy and fluffy look and feel, shake the blanket from time to time; after washing, hang it out to dry naturally.

Pros:
• Lightweight
• Super soft
• Best for warmth

Cons:
• It will require more constructed cleaning

**Do Cats Like Being Under Blankets? Should I Put a Blanket Over My Cat?**

According to Ask My Cat, cats love blankets because they make cats feel safe, warm, and comfortable. Some cats love soft, tiny blankets, while other cats may be intimidated by larger blankets with rough textures.

And don’t worry — sleeping under a blanket is safe for cats. The risk of oxygen deprivation is low, and if they can’t breathe well enough, they’re smart enough to get out of the blanket quickly.

However, if your cat has a habit of sleeping under blanket, always be aware that there may be a kitty underneath a blanket before you set something heavy on top of it!

What’s the Best Way to Wash Blankets With Cat Hair?

Moore Appliance Service shares these steps for washing a blanket that’s covered in kitty hair:

Before washing:

Run a lint roller over the blanket
Use pieces of tape to remove fur
Wear rubber gloves and wipe them across the blanket to loosen the hair
Run the blanket through the dryer before washing (make sure you clean any fur out of the dryer lint trap)

To Wash:

Give the blanket a good shake
Add ½ cup of white vinegar to the wash cycle to help loosen pet hair
Run an empty wash cycle after washing the blanket to filter out fur and hair
Wipe down the washer tub

I hope this post helped you find the right blanket to keep your cat snuggly, warm, and feeling safe … and make it easier to keep your couch and bed clean!