How to stop a cat from sleeping in bed
A kitten should be taught to sleep separately from an early age. These tips will help you keep your cat away from the owner’s bed and find the most comfortable corner for yourself:
- Insulate your pet's sleeping area, make sure it is dry and soft. Place in an elevated position to create a “safe” atmosphere and spray with catnip.
- Change and clean the litter in a timely manner (once a week). Otherwise, ectoparasites will appear in it.
- Closed bedroom doors will discourage the cat from climbing on the bed within two weeks.
- Scare away with the sound of a vacuum cleaner, spray with water from a spray bottle, or put a scary thing in the bed.
- Buy a separate house. Having your own “shelter” will discourage the kitten from sleeping in the bed. To attract attention, place the house in areas where the baby frequently stays. Put a treat in there, but don't force it in.
- You can wean yourself off with punishment and explanation.
- Stop attempts to jump on the bed in a timely manner.
- Double-sided tape glued to the edges of the bed helps to wean it off. The animal will stick when it jumps and dares to climb there.
If a cat sleeps at the head of the owner, what does this mean?
Experts have conducted a number of studies and found that a cat can sleep near its owner's head for several reasons.
According to physiological
The human head is always warm, and therefore the animal is very comfortable there. The location of the cat near another part of the body may indicate that it is hot there and perhaps there is an inflammatory process leading to this. The cat will experience the same comfort when lying on a battery or on a laptop.
In a dream, a person does not swing his head, but a cat has most likely already gotten his foot or hand accidentally, so the animal could remember that he can sleep peacefully near his owner’s head.
Emotionally
An emotional connection between the owner and the cat can occur if they are very attached to each other. Then the location of the cat in the area of the owner’s head indicates that she adores him.
According to energy
As for human energy, a cat is able to detect the slightest fluctuation. It is for this reason that it will settle down in the place where the most negativity has accumulated. The animal will take on the entire burden of problems (although no - only part of the load, which the cat must then process and then return again for the rest of the negativity).
According to popular belief, the place where the cat lies down is not just that. If the place is always the same, this signals the development of pathology in the area where the cat is located. Constantly settling above the head is a signal of the owner’s chronic fatigue, increased nervousness, frequent headaches and disruptions in cerebral circulation.
Why cats love to sleep in their owner's bed
There are many possible explanations for this behavior. The bed itself does not attract the pet. The material of the bed linen is also indifferent.
The main reasons why cats prefer their owner's bed are:
- Seeks to keep warm in the warmest place in the house because of the feeling of cold.
- Instinctive desire to receive “maternal” warmth.
- Considers the master's bed a privileged place.
- He feels calm only next to his owner.
- When a cat or kitten selects a certain part of the human body as a place to sleep in bed, this may signal the presence of diseases.
The animal feels the fever and wants to heal the owner.
If a cat likes to sleep near the human head on the bed, the reasons may be:
- An expression of devotion and fidelity. If you drive the cat away at this moment, you will greatly offend it. Replace it carefully.
- Feeling negative energy and trying to help you relax and become more energetic. Pets help treat headaches.
- Shows your dominant position.
The cat proves its superiority
If a cat appears in your house, the main owner or mistress of the house is no longer you. And this is not an excerpt from a joke, but a very real statement. I think you have often noticed that, in addition to humans, a cat can also go to sleep on an item of clothing of its owner, which leads to a certain thought: it is trying to determine how to “mark” its territory, leave its mark, smell on this item in order to prove your involvement or, say, your superiority. The same applies to humans. It is likely that these animals perceive the owner as a member of their pack and, falling asleep on him, indicate that the leader of this article is a cat. So that's why cats love to sleep with people so much!
How soft you are!
Potential dangers of having a cat in the owner's bed
Do not forget about the dangers of sleeping together with a cat
- Cats that roam freely on the street can be carriers of diseases that are dangerous to humans.
- Timely vaccination prevents infectious diseases, but does not provide a 100% guarantee.
- There are feline diseases that are dangerous for pregnant women and children (toxoplasmosis), for which they are not vaccinated.
- A pet that considers the bed to be its own territory will mark it.
How to train a cat to sleep with you
Some people do not want to wean the cat from the bed, but, on the contrary, to accustom the cat to the owner’s bed. Often the reason for such an exotic desire lies in the mystical meaning of the place where cats sleep.
Pets are sensitive to negative energy and are located in places where it predominates. They prevent many diseases caused by stress and overwork.
Wayward cats choose a place on their own, focusing on their desires. It's easy to train kittens to sleep with you; it can be difficult with older cats.
Tips for training:
- Play outdoor games for 15 minutes before bed. The animal will get tired and establish contact with you. Go to bed after playing, and over time your pet will get used to your schedule.
- A tasty treat will help train your cat to sleep with its owner. A hearty dinner makes you drowsy. Reduce your daily feed intake to prevent excess weight gain.
- Place a bedding or house for your mustachioed friend in your bedroom. Such actions will show the pet that the owners are committed to his company.
- The kitten will sleep next to someone to whom it is psychologically attached. Give it more time during the day.
- All members of the cat family love warmth. Place the bed next to the radiator.
- Lure your pet with the scent of valerian or mint.
- If your kitten likes to sleep on a particular item, move it to the bedroom.
When teaching your cat to sleep next to you, set the boundaries of what is permitted:
- Games in bed are prohibited. Stop the habit of playing on the bed. The animal must understand that the bedroom is a place to relax.
- Don't let me wake you up.
- Don't feed at night.
Remember: animals will sleep with those whose sincere affection they feel.
Cats are trainable. They can be trained and weaned off sleeping in bed with people. Show patience and ingenuity and you will achieve results.
The reason for the cat's location in the owner's head can be aromatic and territorial
Aroma
Oddly enough, cats have their own scent preferences. And if the pet likes the smell of the owner’s new shampoo, he will, without hesitation, lie down right next to her head to enjoy the smell he likes all night long.
Territory
The cat's nature requires that in the house where he lives, everything should be marked with him - so that everyone knows “who is boss.” For this reason, the cat may constantly rub itself next to its owner so that its scent can be found everywhere it can. That is why, and not out of harm, as some housewives believe, the cat needs to lie on things in the closet, and preferably on all the shelves. Therefore, the linen closet must have a reliable latch against a furry pet.
Experts say that a cat’s preference for sleeping at the owner’s head should be a signal that it would not hurt to undergo a medical examination. After all, a cat can sense trouble at its very beginning. And if the diagnosis is made on time and treatment is started on time, everything can end quite well.
The cat will climb onto the owner’s chest if it senses his tension or bad mood. The pet will try to calm you down and convey its positive mood.
What draws a cat to bed?
There are several reasons why a cat wants to sleep next to its owner. They are explained by both physiology and psychology.
- Firstly, cats strive for warmth, because the bed is warm and cozy. This is explained by the increased sensitivity of feline temperature receptors. It's never too warm for a cat.
- Secondly, the cat remembers the warmth of its mother’s body, especially if it is small. The animal perceives the owner as a mother cat and seeks a safe refuge in the owner's bed. The cat is confident in its safety next to a person.
- Thirdly, the cat approves of a person’s choice of bed as the best and most comfortable place to rest. After all, the owner feels good in bed.
Sleeping together can bring pleasant emotions to cat owners. But there are situations when it is absolutely necessary to wean a cat from sleeping in bed - you should not come to a pregnant woman, a child or an elderly person, an allergy sufferer or an asthma sufferer.
Cat comfort
Many, wondering why cats sleep on people so often, console themselves with the thought that they do this out of strong affection. They miss their owner in his absence, they perceive him as the most faithful friend and sincerely love him, with all their big cat love. And this may indeed be the case, because most often owners take them into their homes as tiny kittens. Having lost their mother, they perceive a person as the closest creature on earth and it is the owner who is associated with their own mother. They feel his strength, power, and therefore reliability and their safety next to him. Cats act instinctively, at the call of nature, and when choosing a person as a place to sleep, they are guided by their convenience and their safety.
Mistress instead of mother
How to arrange a place for a cat to sleep
Perhaps the cat does not have a cozy sleeping place for a comfortable night's rest. To prevent your pet from freezing, place it near a radiator or in another warm and not accessible place. A special basket from a pet store, a mattress, or an old warm sweater are suitable as a bed. If a cat likes to hide in secluded places, then an enclosed cozy house is suitable. If the animal prefers to be more in the company of people and observe, then an open basket is better. Buy a basket for a cat who can't stand closed spaces.
Sleeping on a person's stomach
If a purr tries to lie on a woman’s stomach, signs advise taking a pregnancy test. It is precisely when conception has occurred that cats react with the desire to lie on their lower abdomen and curl up into a ball. In the past, girls who suspected pregnancy simply placed their pussy on their tummy and watched how it behaved. If she turns around and leaves, there is no pregnancy. If the purr stays and goes to sleep on its stomach, then it’s worth waiting for an addition.
If a man is interested in signs or a woman does not have the slightest suspicion of pregnancy, then the desire of the pussy to sleep with the owner on his stomach is interpreted as a sign of a developing disease of the abdominal organ.
Or maybe the signs are not worth remembering, the animal just feels good with its owner, safe, warm and cozy. After all, their pussy owners are considered the most reliable protectors. That’s why the purring is so loud; with this sound the animal demonstrates relaxation, peace, and pleasure from the proximity of its person.
If a cat sleeps between spouses, their marriage will last a long time.
How to wean a kitten
It is easier to wean a kitten from sleeping together in the first days in a new place. Immediately show a corner for relaxation, and for warmth, put something fur or a non-hot heating pad. The baby will feel like his mother is lying next to him and this will ensure a restful sleep.
If the method does not help, you will have to spend time weaning and tolerate the presence of an animal in the bedroom. Place the kitten's sleeping place next to the bed and fall asleep, gently stroking it and calming it down. Gradually move the bed closer to the door and take it outside the bedroom. Wait until your pet gets used to the new place to sleep, and strictly do not let him on the bed.
Methods for weaning an adult cat
It is more difficult to wean an adult cat from sleeping on the bed; the animal is already used to it. The easiest and most affordable way is to close the bedroom door at night for a couple of weeks. Gradually, the pet will get used to not being allowed into the room. However, if the cat reacts too angrily to the ban and interferes with sleep, then you will have to use cunning. Scolding and punishing are usually useless.
Another tip is to close the cat at night where the bed and toys are located. But usually pets scratch and meow, so you won’t be able to get enough sleep. Cats are capable of being offended and the option of revenge cannot be ruled out.
Tricks for weaning a cat from unnecessary encroachments:
- rustling sounds - place plastic bags, foil or something similar on the bed;
- smells are pleasant for people, but not for cats. Use citrus scents. This could be your perfume or a special spray from a pet store;
- double-sided tape - the cat will not like the fact that its paws stick to the bedspread;
- a vacuum cleaner brush, a hairdryer - if the cat is afraid of these things that make loud noises, then he will soon wean himself from jumping onto the owner’s bed.
It is productive to scold the cat before he jumps onto the bed. When your pet tries to jump up and lie down, say “no” loudly and strictly. Remove the jumping cat from the bed with the same word. After a while, try to scold your pet until he himself realizes that he did wrong. Over time, he will get used to the ban.
It is possible to rehabilitate a cat that gets into your bed. The main thing is to be patient and persistent. If you decide to wean your pet from sleeping together, then never take him to the bed, otherwise you will have to start all over again.
If a cat sleeps on the owner's bed at his feet, it is a sign
A folk superstition says that cats sleep at their feet if they believe that their owners’ aura needs cleaning. During the day, the owner could break a lot of wood, thereby spoiling his aura. And it’s up to the pussy to take the rap, and she knows how to save him.
Esotericists claim that all the negativity that comes to a person during the day is concentrated below, which is why most often cats sleep not just anywhere, but precisely at the feet of a person, healing their owner.
There is another opinion on this matter - supposedly purrs see (feel) areas on the human body that need urgent treatment. Thus, problems in the lower extremities cause the cat to sleep there.
Most often, a furry pet is diagnosed with a disease associated with varicose veins in this way. Although simply being tired during the day can lead to a similar state, and the cat will lie down at the feet of its owner for the night.
