The award-winning Knead Orthopedic and Therapeutic Cat Beds are now available in a 25-inch size—because gentle giants deserve a sleep sanctuary built exclusively for them.
If you share your home with a Maine Coon, Ragdoll, Norwegian Forest Cat, or Siberian, you already know the drill: Your cat is majestic, larger-than-life, and utterly impossible to say no to. You've probably also watched them attempt to curl up in a bed clearly designed for a much daintier feline—limbs spilling over the edges, tail hanging off the side, looking equal parts regal and ridiculous.
We heard the feedback from our customers who share their homes (and their beds!) with Big Cats. And more importantly, we heard them.
Today, we're thrilled to announce that the Knead Orthopedic and Therapeutic Beds are now available in a new 25-inch Large size, designed to give the biggest members of your feline family the full, uncompromising comfort they deserve.
The Rise of the Gentle Giant
Large cat breeds aren't just a niche community—they're a booming one. According to the Cat Fanciers' Association, the Maine Coon has claimed the #1 spot for most popular pedigreed cat breed two years running, in both 2025 and 2026. The Ragdoll isn't far behind, holding the #2 position on that same list. Maine Coon registrations have more than doubled in under a decade, surging from 9,513 to more than 24,000 between 2015 and 2024. On social media, the breed has racked up a staggering 3.7 billion TikTok views under #MaineCoon—and it's not hard to see why. These cats are truly spectacular.
For context on just how large "large breed" really means: Maine Coon males routinely weigh 13–18 pounds, with some reaching well beyond 20 pounds. Ragdolls and Norwegian Forest Cats aren't far behind, with many tipping the scales at 15+ pounds. These aren't cats who fit neatly into a standard 20-inch bed—and they clearly shouldn't have to.
The bottom line? Millions of cat owners across the U.S. are living with big, beautiful cats who have large, legitimate needs—and until now, the premium orthopedic and therapeutic sleep support they deserve simply wasn't available at the right scale.
Same Award-Winning Technology. Finally, More Room.
The new 25-inch Large Knead Orthopedic and Therapeutic Beds contain every core feature of our original 20-inch models—just scaled up for the cats who need it most.
The Large Therapeutic Bed
The Therapeutic Bed is our most advanced offering, combining science-backed warmth with deep orthopedic support. Here's what's inside:
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Nano-Heating Technology with InfraTherm™: Ultra-efficient, cat-safe heat generated by nanotube heating elements clinically proven to reduce arthritis pain in 82% of cats. Combined with body-healing infrared therapy, it provides instant relief for sore joints and tired muscles, improved circulation, and reduced inflammation. Think of it as a heated massage chair—specifically for your cat.
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Orthopedic Memory Foam: Ergonomically contoured to support a cat's most common resting positions. It hugs their body, cradles their joints, and enhances mobility—especially important for larger cats, whose greater body weight puts more pressure on hips, elbows, and spine during rest.
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Heat-Activated Herbal Pads: Natural remedies infused into the bed that activate with warmth to help reduce inflammatory signs of feline arthritis and promote calming behavior.
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Standalone Heating Layer: A removable heating element that makes cleaning effortless and ensures that close-to-body warmth your cat craves is never compromised.
Shop the Large Therapeutic Bed
The Large Orthopedic Bed
Looking for the premium orthopedic support of Knead without the heating layer? The Orthopedic Bed delivers exactly that — and gives you the flexibility to add warmth later.
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Ergonomic Memory Foam Design: A gentle central dip naturally guides cats into a relaxed, supported resting position from the moment they settle in.
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Knead's Proprietary Ergo-Contour: Continuous support across the lower back, abdomen, and legs—no matter how your cat prefers to sleep. Splayed out like a lion? Tightly curled? Somewhere in between? The Ergo-Contour has them covered.
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High-Density, Slow-Rebound Memory Foam: Allows for even weight distribution that reduces pressure points, minimizes morning stiffness, and discourages the kind of restless repositioning that signals a cat isn't sleeping well.
Why Proper Sleep Support Matters More for Big Cats
It might be tempting to think that a large, robust cat is somehow sturdier or less vulnerable when it comes to rest. The opposite is true. Greater body mass means greater pressure on joints during sleep, and large breed cats—particularly Maine Coons and Ragdolls—are known to be predisposed to conditions like hypertrophic cardiomyopathy and hip dysplasia. Quality orthopedic rest isn't a luxury for these cats; it's part of their long-term health maintenance.
When a cat sleeps on a surface that doesn't properly support their weight, pressure points form at the elbows, hips, and shoulders. Over time, this contributes to stiffness, inflammation, and reduced mobility—especially as they age. The Knead bed was designed with exactly this in mind: to provide the kind of full-body support that keeps cats comfortable, mobile, and well-rested throughout their lives.
Cats of All Sizes Deserve the Best Rest
"By adding a larger bed to our product line, larger feline breeds, such as Maine Coons and Ragdolls, can enjoy the benefits of the bed's ergonomic design and contouring support features while having space to stretch out and curl up comfortably," says our Co-Founder and CEO Ben Li. "We've listened to feedback from owners of larger cats who wanted the same level of comfort and joint support, and we're thrilled to deliver a product that meets their needs."
Visit kneadcats.com to shop the full collection
Have a Maine Coon, Ragdoll, Norwegian Forest Cat, Siberian, or another large breed who's found their personal sleep sanctuary? Tag us on social media—we'd love to see your gentle giant enjoying their new Knead Bed.
