WHY DO CATS SLEEP SO MUCH?

 

More than half of cats sleep between 12 and 18 hours a day1, and nearly 40% of cats sleep more than 18 hours per day. As they grow older, a majority of cats sleep for more hours each day than they did in their younger years.

 

 

How long do cats sleep?

Cats sleep on average 15 hours a day, with some sleepy kitties getting in up to 20 hours of shut-eye each day.

 

The first thing you should realize is that cats are most active between dusk and dawn, which means that they sleep mostly during the day and become active around twilight. As soon your cat is done with breakfast, as the rest of the world winds up for action, you’ll find him winding down for a long day of slumber.

 

 

Why do cats sleep so much?

Cats sleep long hours in order to recharge for their next hunting spree.

Cats have the physiology of a predator, meaning that they’re hardwired to give chase and hunt.  Although they have been domesticated, for the most part, housecats still retain that wild streak.

Even cats at play will display the feline primal instincts of creeping about in the shadows and, without a whisper of warning, pouncing on their target prey.

 

 

What is a catnap?

 

Curled up, stretched out or standing up, cats have no problem dozing off whenever they feel like it. We humans have taken notice and used it as an inspiration for our quick naps during the day. The term ‘catnap’ was coined to refer to a short sleep similar to the ones cat have.

 

One Eye Open

 

Like people, cats either doze in a light sleep or sleep very deeply. When your cat dozes (which lasts about fifteen minutes to a half-hour), he will position his body so that he can spring up and into action at a moment’s notice.

 

During deep sleep, cats experience rapid (or quick) brain movement. Deep sleep tends to last about five minutes, after which the cat goes back to dozing. This dozing-deep sleep pattern goes on until the cat wakes up.

 

 

Felines are affected by the weather

 

Just like us, cat behavior can vary greatly depending on their breed, age, temperament and overall health. But, whatever your kitty’s usual disposition, it has been observed that cats sleep more when the weather calls for it. Yes, even if your kitty is an exclusive indoor-dweller, a rainy or cold day will have him (and probably you) yawning and looking for some shut-eye.

 

Why do cats sleep on you?

 

You’ve probably woken up more than once to your cat curled up fast asleep on your chest. If you’re wondering why does my cat sleep on me when they have a perfectly comfy bed of their own, here are a few possible reasons:

 

  • They trust you.
  • They want to keep warm.
  • They think you’re a comfortable spot.
  • They feel the safest when you’re around.
  • They love you.

 

In most cases, pet cats sleeping for a large part of the day will be normal, however, if you have any concerns or have noticed a difference in your cat’s behavior that concerns you talk to your vet.

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