Herdwick Wool Rugs for Cats
A wool cat mat is a true addition to your cat's happiness. Cats love to curl up on a warm and soft surface, and a wool mat provides just that comfort. Additionally, the natural scent of sheep wool has a soothing effect, contributing to your cat's well-being.
All our cat mats are handwoven on the peg loom using raw wool from our Herdwick sheep. Herdwick sheep wool is highly warm and insulating, consisting of a double layer: a coarse, rugged outer layer and a dense, soft underlayer. This makes Herdwick sheep well-suited to withstand the wet and cold climate of the Lake District.
Cats are originally desert animals and prefer to find a warm spot by the heater or in the sun. The wool cat mats are wonderfully warm. Discover the comfort and beauty of our handmade Herdwick wool cat mats, and give your cat the perfect spot to relax and enjoy.
Colours and options
In terms of colors, the wool mats are typically mixed with various Herdwick wool shades, ranging from light to dark. If you prefer a different natural color combination, we can discuss what is possible so that you can have a unique wool cat mat that perfectly matches your preferences and your cat's needs.
Some additional options for the handwoven pegloom wool mats include:
- Washed wool
- Round woven mats
- Extra color in the wool
- Blended wool colors
- A woven pattern
- Luxury warp (weaving thread)
- Colored warp (weaving thread)
- Extra-wide finishing
- Thread from your own pet woven in
Natural Toys for Cats
Play is natural behavior that mimics hunting. A hunting cat is a happy cat. It is essential to stimulate natural behavior in cats on all levels. Hunting behavior includes moving, licking, biting, killing, and devouring. Through hunting, the cat’s stress levels decrease. Various chemicals are released that make her happy. The stress is released from her body, and at that moment, she thinks of nothing else.
Cats have an exceptional sense of smell. While humans have only 5 million scent receptors, cats have 200 million. For a cat with such an extraordinarily good nose, scent enrichment is a real must. Scent-based play triggers natural behavior in cats. Catnip has a magical effect and is often referred to as the "happy herb." It can make cats feel completely invigorated, relaxed, and happy. Valerian has a stimulating effect, allowing cats to go wild and release stress. It can also provide calm and help with relaxation after play.
Choice of Natural Toys
Our natural toys are made from raw wool sourced from our Herdwick flock.
The Feathered Prey: A hunting and killing toy made from raw wool, friendly feathers, and organic herbs (catnip or valerian root) as per your preference. Price: €12.50 each.
The Focus: A round ball for playing and chasing, made from raw wool and filled with organic herbs (catnip or valerian root) as per your preference.
Price: €10.00 each.
The Turbo Focus: A cylindrical toy for kicking and killing, made from raw wool and filled with organic herbs (catnip or valerian root) as per your preference. Price: €12.50 each.
Turbo Focus with Feathers: A cylindrical toy made from raw wool for hunting, kicking, and killing, filled with herbs (catnip or valerian root) and equipped with feathers for an enhanced prey experience.
Price: €15.00 each.
Focus with Feathers on Both Sides: A ball-shaped toy made from raw wool for hunting and killing, filled with organic herbs (catnip or valerian root), and featuring feathers on both sides for an extra prey-like feel.
Price: €15.00 each.
Interested?
All our wool cat beds and natural toys are 100% natural and support scent enrichment, prey stimulation, and the natural warmth needs of cats. Each item is handmade and unique; no two pieces of wool or natural toys are exactly the same.
Everything is made from vegetarian raw sheep wool from our own Herdwick sheep. This wool is fair, sustainable, and sourced from ethically raised, happy hobby sheep. All feathers come from our own happy hobby chickens, and all herbs are organic, with almost all coming from our own garden.
If you have any questions, want more information about the options, prices,
or wish to place an order, please feel free to contact us.
We are happy to assist you!
