FR
EN
DE
Our cats are so peaceful when they sleep on us, real little angels. Hard to imagine that 10 minutes earlier they were destroying your couch or vomiting on the carpet. Despite that, we wouldn’t dare disturb them during their sleep, not even to go to the bathroom...
You may have wondered why your little companion prefers your lap to their soft, cozy cushion. We tried to answer this fascinating mystery in this article by suggesting a few hypotheses on the subject.
6 likely reasons why your cat loves to sleep on you
Your little companion is asking for affection
Smart kitty! They simply choose the best spot to relax and get attention. By settling on you, they know perfectly well they will get their dose of pets and massages during their nap.
Your cat sleeps on you because they love your scent
It’s likely that your scent is naturally reassuring and soothing for your cat. Before their nap, your cat will certainly "knead" your lap or belly with their front paws. A little dance directly linked to their natural instinct!
They seek warmth
You have certainly noticed that our cats tend to favor warm places for their naps. In winter they never settle far from the radiator and when sunny days return, they never say no to sunbathing.
Although the main purpose in kittens is temperature regulation, when they sleep against their mother, this behavior is not considered the main reason adult cats sleep against us.
Your kitty enjoys the sounds of your body
Your cat may indeed like the sounds of your body. Especially your heartbeat and breathing, which can soothe them.
Double benefit: it has been proven that "purr therapy" has a beneficial effect on humans. Indeed, our furry friends’ purrs emit low frequencies, between 20 and 50 hertz, which are as soothing for us as for them. Over the long term, purr therapy could help reduce our stress and limit the appearance of cardiovascular diseases.
They feel safe
If most of the time you are at work, it’s no surprise that your kitty sticks close to you when you come back. Your cat is not only seeking warmth and comfort but is also looking for security.
During their sleep, your little companion knows they are vulnerable and can’t see threats coming. But if they are by your side, they are safe and can sleep soundly.
Your belly is comfortable
Have you ever disliked your little belly? Your kitty certainly doesn’t mind it and actually enjoys it a lot. Forget the “summer body,” your belly is simply the most comfortable place for a nap.
Want to know the secret of a satisfied cat who sleeps longer and lets us sleep in on weekends? Ziggy’s pâtée! Thanks to its quality proteins, our pâtées help your cat feel fuller (and thus let us sleep a few more hours).
