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Why do cats like to sleep with humans?

Cats like to sleep with humans mainly because it makes them feel more secure. Moreover, the bed of the owner is relatively soft, so the cats feel warm and comfortable. It also indicates that the cats love their owners very much and are willing to sleep with them. However, it should be noted that if anyone is allergic to cats or suffers from respiratory diseases such as asthma, it is not suitable to share a room with cats to avoid exacerbating symptoms. Before allowing cats to sleep with humans, it is necessary to do internal and external parasite control and regularly vaccinate the cats against related diseases.

  1. Security

Cats are extremely sensitive and alert animals, especially when they are sleeping, they are more easily scared and attacked. When cats establish trust and dependence on their owners, they feel that their owners can provide enough security and protection. Therefore, they choose to sleep with their owners to gain more security and comfort.

  1. Warmth and Comfort

Cats are relatively afraid of cold, especially when the surrounding environment is cold. Cats will seek out warm places to keep warm. Since humans have a higher body temperature, cats love to sleep near their owners. Moreover, the bed is soft, so some cats may choose to sleep with their owners due to the softness of the sheets or duvets.

  1. Expressing Love

Cats also express their feelings towards each other by mutual grooming and sleeping together. Therefore, when cats choose to sleep with their owners, it may also be a way to express their love for their owners, hoping to get more attention and companionship. In this case, owners can also give cats some responses, such as gently stroking the cat's head and back, and spending more time interacting and playing with them.