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Cat Sleeps Next to Head: What Does It Mean
12.02.2023 21:21
Updated: 14.04.2023 00:48
Very often, cat owners notice that no matter how you arrange their “sleeping places,” they always try to fall asleep with their owner’s head.
Why do they do this? What is it about your head that meowing fluffballs can't refuse?
Next, we will try to figure out this issue together, and we believe that some of the motives of domestic cats will surprise you.
Reason #1
Cats seek warmth, especially for sleeping. That's why they like windowsills when the sun is shining, and when it's not, they choose a place for themselves near the stove and even lie down on electronic devices.
And when the cat is at the head of its owner, it feels the same comfort, “consuming” its warmth.
Reason #2
The cat likes your smell. Associating it with the one who cares for it, the animal tries to "not lose" the smell (and therefore the owner) even at night.
That's why this fluffy little ball with four paws tries to sleep next to your head.
Reason #3
This is how cats feel safe. And in their sleep, when they are defenseless, the question is especially relevant, especially at night.
A cat, getting ready for a night's rest, chooses a person's head as the most reliable place in the house; the presence of the owner nearby is a guarantee of security for him.
Reason #4
The cat is very attached to you and wants to spend as much time with you as possible.
This behavior is especially typical for pets that are forced to spend an hour alone when the owner is at work.
Reason #5
The cat thinks that you are its property. And if so, then you are obliged to take care of it.
From here the cat strives to completely capture your attention, even your thoughts.
And to implement their cunning plan 100%, cats not only keep an eye on you during the day, but also “reserve” your head at night.
