As a cat parent, it’s handy to know as much as you can about your feline, such as how best to care for your cat and even what their different behaviors mean – like, why does my cat lay on my chest?

Why does my cat sleep by my head? Many cat owners wonder about this peculiar yet endearing habit. Cats are fascinating creatures whose behaviors are deeply rooted in both nature and nurture.

Cats love to sleep. In fact, studies have found that more than half of cats sleep between 12 and 18 hours a day, and nearly 40 percent of cats sleep more than 18 hours per day. In many homes, despite ...