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  • So here's how it goes.

  • He ignores me all day, except when he wants something.

  • Come evening, Felix is ready to cuddle up and be the cutest little slumber buddy May May may ever wonder.

  • Boy, your cat loves to sleep on your bed so much, and is this safe for you?

  • First things first.

  • Why they're just using you as a free heater.

  • Cats always look for the warmest places in the house to hang out at It could be by the fireplace, between cushions on the sofa or wherever the sun falls.

  • On a bright day when it's nighttime and the sun's gone, they prefer to stay close to or even on top of their human tissue.

  • Can't like the lie right on your head?

  • Well, that's where most of the heat comes from.

  • They feel safe this way.

  • Cats are most active at dusk and dawn and don't feel very safe at night.

  • Just like humans, they feel more secure when their loved ones are near.

  • That's why kittens are inseparable from their mom during the first weeks of their lives.

  • As they grow older, they still seek that feeling of security, find it near their favorite human and start hurrying happily.

  • It's a way of marking their territory.

  • Cat owners know the feeling all too well.

  • It's like you're a personal servant rather than your pet's owner, and that's how your cat sees it to your there's along with everything else in the house, including the bed.

  • They might be kind enough to share it with you, but they still need you to know who's boss.

  • So they leave their scent on your linen, maybe even scratched the boards and mark the place.

  • It's just so comforting.

  • No surprises here.

  • The animal that brought us the cat nap needs up to 15 hours of healthy sleep a day.

  • Kittens and senior cats need even more than that, as well as any cat during rain or bad weather.

  • Now, if you slept that much, what would you prefer?

  • The floor.

  • A thin little cat bed or a huge mattress with a warm human lying on top.

  • The choice is obvious, even for a cat.

  • It's a way of saying, I love you.

  • Cats can tell you this directly so they need your legs, bring you gifts, show you their belly her and sleep by your side to show affection.

  • They can be independent and antisocial, especially compared to dogs.

  • But they miss you dearly when you're away and on, Lee let their guard down like this near someone they really trust.

  • Ah, how precious.

  • But is it safe?

  • Well, that'll depend on who you ask.

  • We'll hear the arguments and now let you decide down in the comments which side of the debate you're on?

  • The naysayers argue that having a cat in your bed can disrupt healthy sleep.

  • Some cats news all night.

  • Some actively move around in search of a more comfortable position.

  • But all of them wake up by dawn and the fun begins.

  • Plus, don't forget that this animal steps down around in its own germ infested toilet several times a day.

  • If Felix so happens to put his precious and filthy little Paul on your face, you could wind up with a nasty eye infection.

  • And even if you're not allergic to cat dander, constantly having for right next to your nose and all over your linen can't be good for you.

  • Despite all that enthusiastic cat lovers explain that thes fluff balls are great stress relievers and healers.

  • They often lie down on their owners aching spots to help.

  • One study found that cats are also like a natural sleeping aid.

  • Helping people relax enough to not off.

  • Sleeping together is also a great way to bond with your pet.

  • And to put a lid on this debate, that source of heat thing doesn't have to be one sided.

  • My cat keeps me warm, too.

  • If you do electric at bunk with you, but you're not getting much sleep because whiskers is keeping you away.

  • Then don't ignore the issue.

  • Show your cat that you don't approve of this.

  • You can move him away from you, or point out the cat bed in the opposite corner of the room.

  • And if he wakes you up before you're ready, never reward this bad behavior with treats and playtime.

  • But if all you can think is I've want all that, but my cat won't sleep with may.

  • Well, there are ways to lure them in.

  • Make it a must in your daily routine to play with your kitty throughout the day and especially in the evening, even just 10 minutes of energetic playing well, D'oh!

  • A pet that gets tired during the day we'll sleep tight at night.

  • Try brain stimulating puzzle toys and regular active games.

  • You can even take it for a walk on a leash before bed.

  • That'll help burn off some of your cats.

  • Energy.

  • Put its cat tree next to your bed.

  • It might just jump out of it and on your mattress, simply out of cat curiosity, feed your kitty before going to sleep.

  • It's natural for them to snooze after a good meal so they'll get used to it and more likely, go to bed with you afterwards.

  • Hey, let the cat decide.

  • You can lure it with some treats and then let us spend time on your bed if it associates the bed with treats and relaxation in a most likely, come back.

  • Some cats like crispy, clean sheets, so try changing them.

  • Others prefer the smell of their owner.

  • So keep a T shirt or some other clothing item you wore on the bed.

  • And if you're can't still refuses to bunk with you, maybe you're a heavy snorer.

  • That's a whole different video.

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