Why Do Cats Sleep Curled Up and What Do Other Sleeping Positions Mean?

08.03.2023 01:00
Updated: 14.04.2023 13:17

You can learn a lot about your cat's health and mood by the way it sleeps.

We'll tell you what positions cats sleep in most often and what they mean.

Ball of Balls

Cats like to sleep curled up because it helps them retain heat and expend less energy.

In addition, by curling up into a ball, the cat protects its internal organs.

This pose indicates that the cat is either cold or anxious.

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Photo: © Belnovosti

Loaf

If a cat sleeps on its stomach with its front paws tucked in, it means that it is alert and ready to repel a threat at any moment.

This posture may be a reaction to a change in the environment.

On the side

When a cat sleeps on its side, it is relaxed and feels completely safe.

It is in this position that cats sleep and dream most soundly.

On the back

If a cat sleeps with its belly open, it trusts its owner infinitely.

Author: Timur Khomichev Internet resource editor

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  1. Ball of Balls
  2. Loaf
  3. On the side
  4. On the back