Many people horrified by it, but some people do it every night

Anyone who says that a dog is man's best friend has certainly not experienced what it's like to enjoy the love and magic of a cat. They enter our hearts in an instant, where they will have a rented place for as long as the Earth rotates. For many, in such a close relationship, it is also essential to sleep with the kitty. But how does this affect us?

Sleeping with the cat? The final decision will have to be made by you but we will help you by introducing the list of pros and cons in the following.

Pros for sleeping with a cat

Reduces stress

A sleeping partner not only provides pleasant warmth and security, but is also scientifically proven to reduce stress. The rhythmic breathing of our sleeping partner has a calming effect on us, which helps us fall asleep more easily.

It is also effective against bad dreams

Several experts believe that those who struggle with restless nights and bad dreams can benefit from the presence of a cat due to its calming effect. This can be true for children as well. (However, we would like to draw your attention to the fact that this can be particularly dangerous for small children! Cats like to lie on top of people, and with this they can even cause suffocation in a small child.)

Strengthens the bond

We do not write that the owner-pet relationship, because cats are known to see us as equals. So let’s keep in mind that the bond between the two of you is also strengthened by sleeping together, exactly as in the case of couples. This is especially true if you are otherwise busy and spend a lot of time away during the day. Which, let’s face it, is true for most of us.

Cons for sleeping with a cat

It can interfere with your sleep rhythm

Despite the fact that the presence of a cat can have a calming effect on a tired soul, it can also have the opposite effect. There are some cats that sleep next to their owners all night long, but they are basically crepuscular animals that go hunting at sunset and dawn. For indoor cats, this may mean that they have urgent things to explore during these hours. Or the inspiration to express their care strikes them suddenly and they simply have to knead on the owner’s chest.

Risk of infection

The risk of infection is higher for outdoor cats. But of course, indoor cats are also affected; they can transport parasites, infections, and fungi from the litter tray to the bed.

As we have pointed out countless times, all kitties need vaccinations, which make them resistant to many infectious diseases. However, there are many diseases and parasites that are not fatal, but can be very unpleasant and dangerous for humans. Examples include scabies, intestinal worms, salmonella or toxoplasmosis. Not to mention fleas and ticks!

Difficulty adapting to change

Custom is a second nature for cats, so if there is a change in their life, they may handle it even more difficult than dogs. So when for some reason the cat can no longer can sleep with you, it can traumatize it for the rest of its life.

Conclusion

If you’re asking our personal opinion, maybe it’s better if your pet doesn’t sleep in bed with you. Butmaybe next to your bed in its own bed. But we’re also aware that introducing these kinds of rules into a cat’s life is quite difficult.

So if it means joy and ease for you to snuggle up next to your cat at night, then we won’t judge you by it! On the condition that you regularly take it for medical examinations, it will receive the mandatory and recommended vaccinations, and you pay even more attention than usual to inspecting his coat for parasites.

It is also recommended to change the bed linen more often in this case, and an air purifier with a HEPA filter can also be of great help. Oh, and let’s not even mention that regular and careful cleaning of the litter tray is also essential!