At the core of life, there are mysteries. These mysteries don’t detract from life, they actually add to it. Among the greats are questions like “What is my purpose”, “does life have meaning”, and “what the hell is my cat thinking about while he sleeps”. Today, we will be answering one of those. Guess which one.

A philosopher’s take on purpose:

HA! Just kidding. I had you with the heading though. We really are just going to be talking about cats. Here are four positions that they sleep in and how it might say what they are thinking:

1. The curled up cat

This famed cat position is something that artists wait for before taking a picture for their gallery. It captures the genteel, grace, and innocence of a sleeping cat. Usually, they are curled up with their tail wrapped around them or tucked inside their “ball”. This is a cat who is looking to conserve body heat and protecting its vital organs.

Since cats are domesticated, yours probably isn’t thinking about actual predators. If they are sleeping in the curled-up ball, they are looking for comfort and a feeling of safety. In short, probably best to leave them alone! They want peace and quiet.

2. Cat-in-the-box

We’ve all been privy to witness a complete rejection of a gift, and an affinity for it’s packaging instead. This is most common with dogs, babies, and especially cats. Cats LOVE boxes. Enough to sleep in them sometimes. If you catch your cat sleeping in a box (or other small space), it can mean something for what they are thinking. A cat can fit its body anywhere it can fit its head. It helps them hide from predators (or toddlers with sticky hands).

If your cat is seeking out small spaces and boxes to sleep in, they are looking for some uninterrupted sleep. It also helps them to feel secure. It sounds weird until you realize that humans like to buy weighted blankets for $200 to feel more secure when they sleep.

3. Belly up

Many animals have a drive to protect their stomach (where their most vulnerable bits are). If they expose their sensitive belly to the wrong creature or person, it could spell disaster. As a result, they are extremely selective with belly exposure, even with their own humans. You can see this easily in dogs who roll over on their belly as a sign of submission.

If your cat is sleeping on his back and showing his belly, it’s comfortable and secure in its environment. They trust you and the people around you.

4. Cat Loaf

A cat loaf is a common occurrence for cats who want to remain alert but wouldn’t say no to a nap. They are upright and ready to spring to action if needed, but they also are relaxed enough to close their eyes for a bit. If they get REALLY sleepy, they can form a collapsed loaf which can be remedied by adding more yeast to your dough next time.

A cat loaf sleeper is a sure sign of a content cat who wants to interact with its environment but is down for a nap.

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Source: I Heart Cats, Amber King