when we cut the light on and go to get her off the bed, she opens her mouth wide a meows loud, stares at us and just goes back to sleep. The cat will not move. She has a cat bed with catnip in it and she wont sleep in it, it’s got to be one of our beds. This cat has only been here around 3 weeks and it’s acting very territorial. Will this cat attack if we move the wrong way? Does this cat need to go? Thankyou
A Question about Cats…the cat we have likes to sleep in our beds, we don’t like that?
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November 18th, 2009 - 8:51 am
Your cat is sleeping in your bed because it’s nice and warm. Also, since she is still pretty new to the household, she’s probably wanting to stay near you because you are familiar to her. Give her some time and she’ll settle in and be more pleasant. You didn’t mention this, but is your new kitty the only cat in the house? If so, then you may want to consider getting another cat – cat’s tend to be better pets when there is more than one in the house. They like to pal-around with each other a bit. Also, one cat in a household may become mean – they do that sometimes out of being spoiled and boredom.
November 18th, 2009 - 8:51 am
It’s obvious the cat likes you very much.
The cat won’t attack but you could try changing the positioning of the bed to a more appealing location (warmer, higher, closer to your beds). However, when cat truly get attached to someone they will insist in sleeping by those people after dark. Especially if they are cold. This is a territorial action, not against you but to protect you, the cat feels possesive and protective of you.
If the cat is still young it can be trained out of the bed, though it might require patience to constantly push it off the bed, but if it’s an older cat it can be harder, the best thing to do is train the cat to stay by the feet of the bed and leave it alone. After a few days you will get used to it, you can kick, move, cover up, un-cover, or any other thing you do in bed and it won’t bother the cat just as it won’t bother you.
November 18th, 2009 - 8:51 am
No the cat doesn’t need to go. Most cats sleep with their owners. I have 1 cat who will sleep by our heads every night and another one who sleeps at my feet. This is how cats are, get use to it. Cats will do what they what no matter what you say or do, that’s how they are. The cat will not attack you just for moving it. But the cat will most likely just come back.
November 18th, 2009 - 8:51 am
what you could do, is buy a cat bed and then make a box house over it, i know it sounds weird but my cats used to sleep on my bed too until we made them their own little houses, and they love them! their always in there. or what you could do, it may sound terrible’ is to get a spray bottle of water and put it beside ur bed, and whenever the cat is on there spray it… that would definetly be my last option tho.
November 18th, 2009 - 8:51 am
Don’t let her into your bedroom.
When we adopted our cat we made her a lovely bed. she won’t sleep in it. Instead she chose one of our kitchen chairs to sleep on. She then graduated to sleeping in a certain spot on the sofa(which she is doing right now). If anybody sits there and she wants it she meows at us.
Just let her find a nice new spot to sleep. Also most cats enjoy sleeping in an elevated spot.
Close the bedroom door and have her find herself a new favourite sleeping spot.
November 18th, 2009 - 8:51 am
I have six cats.One twin bed.No she will not attack.As we say,"You are owned by a cat."
I suggest you enjoy her company.The cat should stay.
November 18th, 2009 - 8:51 am
I think you guys might need to go. Clearly you don’t know much about cats, do you?
It does sound like you are trying. You can’t be afraid of the cat. You can’t expect the cat to adjust to her new room that quickly. It takes sometime. Cats are very intelligent. They know if you are uneasy or unsure of them. You need more confidence. You can get more confidence by learning more about cats. Is there a local shelter in your area? If so then you should make an appointment to talk to them b/c they can answer your questions and help you and your new kitty adjust to one another. You could get a book on cats. There are many good ones out there.
Cats are territorial. That’s perfectly normal. Have you heard – if you want to find the best seat in the house – look where the cat is? That’s an old joke.
You need to learn how to pick up a cat. You need to learn about how cats think and what they do and why they do what they do. Once you know this then it will make your life and the cat’s a lot better and more problem free.
I have 2 cats. I have had 3. I have grown up with cats. My mom works with cats and dogs for a living. She’s been around them her entire life. I was volunteering with the shelter and another group.
I’ve learned a lot in my life about cats. They are fascinating creatures. My whole family loves cats.
We share stories.
You need a sense of humor. Cats are supposed to relax you and be a part of the family. That’s where the joy is. A sense of humor is essential.
Of course the cat will not move. The cat is very comfortable. Cats like to be up high so they can see things. You can move the cat or shake the blanket to get the cat to move. I usually will bring out a toy and play with the cat. I comb my cats every day. That’s a bonding thing that you can do. I talk to the cats. They do respond to our voices.
You should be able to pick up the cat. You can pick up the cat in a towel. You can move the cat elsewhere. The cat may come back on the bed though. Ours do and we don’t mind it. One of them sometimes lays on us – for a few minutes. We both love it. It’s kitty bonding time.
It doesn’t sound like you like cats and I think that’s the real problem. I think you should learn more and be open. I don’t think you will regret it.
I know people that were wary of cats but were eventually won over b/c they were open.
Do you have any cat trees and scratching posts? If not then you should get at least one. The location can make a huge difference so if one spot isn’t working then try another.
Since I moved one of the cat tree/scratching post by the bed – that is where one of the cats loves to lay. She can see everything and be with us. I put a pillow above my head for either cat to sleep above me since one of them used to try to steal my pillow. Since I gave them their own pillow – they leave my pillow alone. My husband thinks it’s crazy. It’s good thing that I’m on the short side so I still have plenty of room. It wouldn’t work for my husband b/c he’s taller.
I’m used to sleeping with cats so this is normal to me.
When I lived on my own – my 3 cats took over my regular bed. My solution was to sleep in the spare room. All 3 cats followed me at some point and all were sleeping with me. I couldn’t move. I didn’t care. It was sweet and it wasn’t for a long period of time. When I needed to get up – they moved.
My friend has a cat. She used to not let the cat sleep with her. But she does now. She bought a memory foam mattress. She says she’s not even aware that the cat is sleeping with her. She’s not a cat person really. She’s more of a dog person. I think she needs a different cat b/c there are cats that are more dog like. Her cat is cool – he’s laid back.
November 18th, 2009 - 8:51 am
eh get used to it. she is there to stay. you can try to push her off during the night but chances are that she will just be right back up to where she was. nothing really you can do except close the door. good luck
November 18th, 2009 - 8:51 am
I have 3 cats and I usually have at least one in the bed with me at any given time during the night. Sometimes, I’m lucky enough to have all 3. But there are times when they think that 3am is play time, and I have to boot them out and shut the door. After that happens, they get the picture and the next night, they behave. If you really don’t want her sleeping with you, my suggestion would be to shut your bedroom door in the evening, before she has the chance to go in there and get cozy. When you do go to bed, keep the door closed. After a while, she’ll learn that she’s supposed to sleep elsewhere. But I love having my kitties sleep and snuggle with me! Especially when it’s cold… they’re like little electric blankets! =)
November 18th, 2009 - 8:51 am
Cats really don’t sleep in cat beds – they like couches and your bed better. If you don’t want the cat on your bed at night, then just pick him up and put him outside your door and shut the door. He’ll probably go curl up on the couch or chair. I’d put a nice soft blanket on the chair or couch and willing to bet he’ll go there.