If you are a cat owner, you definitely know this is a thing. You get into bed and somehow your cat is already there, stretched out like it’s their bed, not yours. They don’t even look up. You just stand there for a moment, accepting that you’ll have to adjust.
It’s not random, though. Cats don’t just sleep anywhere. If they settle next to you, it’s because you’re familiar and you feel safe to them. Warm too, obviously. It’s not something they “announce,” but it says a lot about how comfortable they are around you.
Below are some of the reasons why your cat would sleep right in the spot you were about to lie in.
1. They feel safe with you
Unlike most dogs and other pets, cats act independently, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t alert about where they choose to sleep.
If your cat chooses your bed to sleep in, it’s because they see it as a safe haven.
2. You’re part of their space
When your cat sleeps next to you, it is a way of expressing that you belong to them. Resting together is a big deal for cats and one of the most obvious signs of trust.
3. You’re warm
Cats love warmth, and your body gives off steady heat which makes you an ideal sleeping spot, especially during the night.
4. It‘s comfortable
Pillows, beds, and blankets are all soft and supportive, exactly the type of surface cats prefer when they want to really let go.
5. Your smell is familiar
Your scent helps your cat feel calm and grounded. It reminds them they’re in a familiar place, which makes it easier to settle down.
6. It brings you closer
If they decide to sleep next to you, your cat is showing you affection. In fact, it’s one of the closest forms of connection they offer.
7. Instinct plays a role
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