Do Cats Protect You While You Sleep? Night Activity Explained Story

The Discerning Cat

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From snuggling on sleeping faces to curling up in the nook of arms, cuddly cats provide an extra blanket of comfort during sleep.

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While you might think your purring pal has strange sleeping habits (can running on the bed at 4 am really be considered normal?), certain behaviors can be explained.

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Whether it’s intense stares into nothingness or attacking objects in the dark – but do cats protect you while you sleep?

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Cats naturally tend to roam the streets (or your indoor surroundings) at night to hunt prey.

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This nighttime activity tendency is called crepuscular, indicating an animal’s peak “high alert” hours at dawn and dusk.

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Hunting behavior goes hand in hand with protecting themselves against predators. So, your pawful sleeping partner is vulnerable when engaging in a cat nap.

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Thus, engaging in protective feline practices at night could mean they are on guard and ready for action against incoming enemies.

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As cats tend to sleep next to their owners as a sign of affection and comfort, it’s safe to consider that your feline friend will be protective of you when on a nightly guard.

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The Discerning Cat