Why Are Cats Always Sleeping?
Do you like cats? How many photos of your cat napping do you have on your phone? When they are sleeping, they are just too adorable. However, they are constantly asleep. Okay, maybe not always, but most of the time. Have you ever questioned whether all this resting is normal?
Cats snooze or sleep for 15 to 20 hours per day. Therefore, it is unlikely that your cat's method of getting some shut-eye is alarming. Here are potential explanations for your cat's sleepiness.
They are Crepuscular
Crepuscular refers to animals or insects that are active at dusk or dawn. This term is used in zoology to describe cats. Because of this, your cat will spend a lot of time napping in the sun in the late morning and afternoon, and a lot of time rushing around the house in the early morning and evening. Your small cat follows the same routine of eating, sleeping, and hunting as her larger feline siblings.
They Might be Conserving Energy
Cats are hunters (and also prey). Similar to other predators, they conserve energy by sleeping or resting, reserving it for the periods of time when they would hunt most intensely. This cycle of hunting and sleeping is not alarming.
They Might be Stressed
Cats can cope with fear or stress by hiding or by becoming less active. If your cat hides from the family, only interacts with one relative, runs away during storms, or displays other signs of stress, he might be under a lot of stress. He might use extra sleep as a coping mechanism.
They Might be Sick or Uncomfortable
When they are ill or feeling under the weather, cats hide and become less active. If your cat spends most of his time in the cat tree or beneath the bed, he might be in discomfort or uncomfortable.
Conclusion
The reason cats sleep so much is ultimately due to evolution. They naturally sleep a lot, so you shouldn't usually worry about it. Give them some time to relax; when they're awake and ready to play, they won't hesitate to let you know.
To make sure your furry friend is healthy, you might want to talk to a Pet Expert if you see any significant changes in how much time your cat spends sleeping or if you observe anything else out of the ordinary with them.
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