Why Do Cats Knead?
9. Making the Bed
Cats in the wild will often need to make their bed in long grass and foliage. This means that they will sometimes need to trample down the surrounding grass to give them a flat and comfortable place to stay for the night. It is entirely possible the kneading is a remnant of this instinct to make a bed.
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Cats can sleep pretty much anywhere, but they tend to prefer soft, comfortable spots where possible. If you can, get a bed just for them, although they might still prefer to sleep on your lap anyway. Remember also that they will need a warm place to sleep during the cold winter months.
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