Hi, I’m Kate and I’ve been a fur baby mum to cats since the age of 4, so over three decades now. I’m not your average cat mum though, I am what some would describe as a crazy cat lady, a cat enthusiast and maybe even a cat whisperer. I’ve been a pet sitter for others as well as owning my own and I currently have two fur babies, Bella & Monte whom I rescued from a pet shelter when they were 9 weeks old, however I first met them when they were 9 days old and were still blind and deaf (did you know all kittens are born like this?)
Why Understanding Cat Behaviour Matters
For me our pets really become part of our lives, our family and are treated exactly like my children. I have over the years spent many years learning cat behaviour so I can come to really understand their needs and give them the happiest life possible.
Do Cats Really Sleep That Much?
Do you have a cat? Do they sleep all the time, constantly having cat naps?
Some people see this as cats being lazy creatures, not making an effort, believing they are lethargic and passive — and this couldn’t be further from the truth (in most cases).
The Science Behind Feline Sleep
Cats conserve their energy by sleeping an average of 13 to 14 hours a day, which is mostly done during daylight hours, as they are naturally nocturnal.
Since cats are natural predators, their brains and bodies are programmed to have them hunting mostly at night when their excellent eyesight helps them catch prey while staying undetected.
From Big Cats to Your Living Room
Though domesticated, our kitties still display many behaviours found in big cats such as lions and tigers. Since hunting prey takes a huge amount of energy, cats sleep as much as possible so they have the fuel they need — even if their “prey” is a catnip mouse or rubber ball.
Your Cat Isn’t Lazy — They’re Preparing to Pounce
So you see, it is instinctive for our feline friends to rest, recharge, and sleep so they can have the power to hunt.
Next time you call your cat lazy, think twice — they’re simply conserving energy.
You have a mini lion in your living room!
Kate at Cherry Blossom Management
https://cherryblossommanagement.co.uk/
