The Secret Life of Cats: What Your Feline Friend Really Does All Day

Contents

1 Cats are busy!
2 Morning routine.
3 Mealtime.
4 A walk in the park?
5 Lazy afternoon.
6 Eat, sleep, repeat.
7 Conclusion

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Cats are known to be a little bit aloof. They’re independent, they don’t like to play by other people’s rules, and they certainly don’t appreciate being disturbed while they’re sleeping. But what do cats really do all day? It turns out that these mysterious animals have a pretty regimented daily schedule—and it doesn’t include much of what you’d expect!

Cats are busy!

Cats are busy. They’re active, curious and playful. They’re intelligent, not lazy and very social. They also clean themselves meticulously–sometimes even to the point that it’s obsessive-compulsive!

The truth is that there’s more going on in your cat’s mind than you might expect from its seemingly relaxed demeanor. Cats can be very affectionate when they want to be but also independent creatures who enjoy spending time alone (the way many people do). In fact, some cats prefer to sleep alone rather than share their bed with another feline friend because they like their space in general: they have no desire for constant companionship as long as they have access to food and water whenever they need them (which makes sense considering how much work goes into being a cat). It’s important not only for us humans but also our pets’ health if we respect these needs by giving them plenty of playtime outside while still allowing them peace when needed inside!

Morning routine.

When your cat wakes up, she usually stretches and cleans herself. This is called “grooming.” It’s important for cats to groom themselves because it helps keep their fur clean and healthy.

When the time comes for breakfast, most cats will eat their food immediately after waking up–or even while still in bed! Some cats prefer to eat from a bowl placed on the floor; other cats prefer eating from high-up places like tables or counters (this is called “perching”).

Mealtime.

Cats are carnivores, which means they need to eat a lot of meat. They can also eat some vegetables and grains, but cats need all their nutrients from animal sources.

Cats have a highly developed sense of smell and can tell what’s good for them by sniffing their food before eating it. Cats who have been raised on canned food will prefer canned food over dry kibble because they’re used to the smell–it’s like how we humans might prefer one type of bottled water over another because we’re used to that particular brand!

As long as you provide your cat with variety in its diet (with different flavors), he or she should get all the nutrients he or she needs without being sickly-sweet all day long (though he may still try).

A walk in the park?

Cats are curious and active by nature. They like to explore new places, but they also enjoy lounging around in their favorite spots. A walk in the park? Sure! But if you have a cat who doesn’t like going outside, don’t worry: They can still get plenty of exercise inside your home.

Cats need stimulation to stay happy and healthy; otherwise they might get bored or depressed (just like humans!). So while you may think your cat is sleeping all day long–and yes, they do sleep a lot–they’re probably also thinking about how much fun it would be to go outside right now…

Lazy afternoon.

The first thing to know about your cat’s sleeping habits is that they are nocturnal animals. That means they sleep for 18-20 hours a day, and most of that time is spent in REM (rapid eye movement) sleep. Cats like to sleep in the same place every day and on soft surfaces like blankets or pillows–but not too close to the edge so they don’t fall off!

They also prefer to sleep in warm, dark places where they feel secure from predators or other threats. If your cat has been sleeping on your bed for years now, there’s probably nothing wrong with keeping him there; he just wants something familiar nearby when he drifts off into dreamland each night!

Eat, sleep, repeat.

Cats are very similar to humans. They eat, sleep and repeat. While your cat may not be spending all day in the office or running errands around town, they’re still pretty busy throughout the day.

Cats spend most of their time sleeping (about 16 hours), so if you think about it this way: Sleeping is actually one of their main activities–it’s just that we don’t see it happening!

Cats are active at night and often sleep during the day because they’re hunting for prey at night when other animals aren’t around (or are asleep themselves). In fact, if you have an indoor cat that stays up later than usual on occasion (say because they’re excited about something), they might start acting differently as well–they might become more playful or affectionate with you!

Conclusion

So, what does your cat do all day? Well, it depends. Some cats are more active than others and need more time to play and explore their surroundings. If your feline friend is a little more laid back, then they might just spend most of their time sleeping or lounging around the house–and that’s okay! The important thing is that they’re happy and healthy in whatever way makes sense for them.