• Prefer cooler surfaces
  • Need more space
  • Have different sleeping styles

  • May have had negative experiences

  • Simply prefer their own space

  • Respect their preferences. Forcing closeness can backfire. Let them come to you when they’re ready.
  • The Bottom Line
  • When your cat curls up beside you at night, they’re doing more than just sleeping. They’re:

  • Trusting you completely

  • Bonding with you

  • Seeking your warmth

  • Marking you as theirs

  • Feeling secure

  • Returning your affection

  • Following instinct

  • Loving you

  • That detail isn’t innocent. It’s everything.