ADVERTISEMENT

Cats are known to be renowned napping champions with an average of 16 hours per day spent dozing off during this cringy film called life. After so much practice in the sleep department, they really know what it takes to get a good catnap. The answer is not much.

Our furry friends have been spotted sleeping nearly anywhere. The locations speak for themselves—tissue boxes, wine glasses, winter shoes, terrariums, flower pots, and laundry racks. Sometimes, it’s the sleeping positions that catch the eye—on the head, upside down, all stretched and curved, or using a dog as a pillow. I'll just leave it here.

After you’re done upvoting your favorite of these weird sleeping cats, don’t forget to scroll through Bored Panda’s previous compilations of feline sleep master classes here and here. Have one silly cat that's fast asleep right next to you? Share in the comments!

#1

Cats-Sleeping-Strange-Places

Gabriellasbeautifulworld Report

Add photo comments
POST
kbush5168 avatar
Kim Bush
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

With all the cats below him it made me think of one of those food markets and he's trying to make a break for it..... Disgusting to think about I know but right now I couldn't help it.

colettebembenek avatar
Colette Bembenek
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's rather negative but understandable given that mantype is, indeed, the cruelest creature on the face of this earth.

Load More Replies...
dancer5224 avatar
c Fuller
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

With all those other cats in the shelter, this might be the only place this guy could get some peace! NO strangers swatting his tail, biting his ears or laying on top of him. Good Cat!

yijieshi avatar
YIJIE SHI
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Belly-rub time! But how did that cat even go up the other cats are all downstairs..

sonjaskates avatar
Snowy Tundra
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

When I first glanced over the rest of the photo, I thought that this wasn't a good place for cats if they were letting dogs in, especially bigger dogs. Then I looked at the photo and realized that it was actually a cat, not a dog. It's probably just the camera angle, but look at the orange and white tabby strolling away from the camera in the upper right of this very crowded shelter area.

enamelcamel avatar
Enamelcamel
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Safety, air conditioning, and a view, ... this is every cat's dream nap location.

enamelcamel avatar
Enamelcamel
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is practicality, air conditioning, and safety in one perfect cat package!

dcloud1943 avatar
Dorothy Cloud
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oh my, I can't believe that poor baby is comfy, but looking at the back ground, I'm sure just the alone time is worth it!

toddhollfelder avatar
Todd Hollfelder
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Not that it makes any difference but what kind of store is this??

aliyaclark avatar
Aliya Clark
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

its the spread-eagle pose (please not; i hve no idea what spread-eagle means...)

waihi avatar
My O My
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I want to sleep like this right now - looks sooo comfy

View More Replies...
View more commentsArrow down menu

In an interview with Bored Panda, Molly DeVoss, a certified feline training and behavior specialist, told us that our domestic cats sleep on average from 16 to 20 hours a day, and that’s all part of an ambush strategy. “This strategy consists of stalk, chase, pounce, catch and kill. Cats will eat about 10 small meals throughout a day, which equates to around six cumulative hours of daily hunting; they are sleeping to refuel their energy for the hunt.” However, indoor-only cats may be napping out of boredom.

Some adorable cats feign sleep as a defense mechanism to cope with stressful situations. Other times, nodding off during the day may be a sign of aging. DeVoss suggests keeping an eye on your fuzzy companion and being aware of the signs of lethargy that would signal it’s time for a visit to the veterinarian.

ADVERTISEMENT

To us humans, who’d rather sleep in a warm and comfy bed, some places and positions in which these weird cats are found taking a nap look rather absurd. Cat behavior expert Rita Reimers told Bored Panda that it really is true—cats can sleep virtually anywhere. Among other places, they adore “sunspots, your bed, or tucking away in little quiet corners and cubbyholes.” They also prefer warm places like a warm basket of laundry fresh from the dryer.

#11

Cats-Sleeping-Strange-Places

Maria Gatteira Report

Add photo comments
POST
dirkaarden avatar
Don Golosso
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The sign says: "Pet Basket with animal print". Well, they didn't lie...

View More Replies...
View more commentsArrow down menu
ADVERTISEMENT
#19

Cats-Sleeping-Strange-Places

Report

ADVERTISEMENT
See Also on Bored Panda
ADVERTISEMENT
See Also on Bored Panda
#34

Cats-Sleeping-Strange-Places

Mysaren Report

Add photo comments
POST
kalifugatte avatar
Kali Fugatte
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I upvoted this because clearly, in total cat fashion, he has knocked over all the books to make his bed.

View More Replies...
View more commentsArrow down menu
#36

Cats-Sleeping-Strange-Places

Report

Add photo comments
POST
snorincats avatar
Kathy Baylis
Community Member
4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You’d have to have suction cups for toes to pull this one off successfully.

View More Replies...
View more commentsArrow down menu
#40

Cats-Sleeping-Strange-Places

Report

Note: this post originally had 50 images. It’s been shortened to the top 40 images based on user votes.