Cats are famous for their sleeping habits. In fact, cats are one of the most laid back pets on earth and they are also one of the most relaxed animals with their ability to sleep almost anywhere at anytime of the day or night.
They will rarely sleep deeply for more than about 10 minutes at a time. But
cats sleep over two thirds of their life.
They have the ability to sleep for a short period, commonly called a cat nap, and then awaken in an instant totally refreshed and alert.
Even if a cat is in a deep sleep, its basic senses are still highly alert to any danger that might be around them. This allows it to wake in an instant if necessary and get out of a dangerous situation
A domesticated cat that feels protected and relaxed in its surroundings will not be so “on edge” because they have the comfort of a cozy home all the time and will be able to sleep in a more relaxed manner.
In these situations the cat can often be a little sleepy when it awakes and even disorientated for short while.
Older cats and particularly those who have lived in the one house all their life, suffer this disorientation more often.
Once they see a familiar environment or people they are less likely to feel spooked, as this anxiety can sometimes cause them to bite or claw someone before realizing where they are.
When the cat is in a deep sleep its feet, tail and whiskers can twitch irregularly as they are in a state of REM (rapid eye movement)
If the cat is lying in a hot sunny position it can go into a deep sleep and take a little longer for it to become alert after awakening.
Usually, after awakening the cat will stretch and yawn then sit for awhile and contemplate their surroundings. Then he will lazily move about again.
Unless there is a very good reason, the cat will never feel rushed.
Dania
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