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Why doesn’t my cat like sitting on my lap?
Studies show that cats sit on human laps mainly for warmth and closeness to their person. What if your cat doesn’t like being a lap cat?
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Research indicates that cats sit on human laps mainly for warmth and closeness to their favorite person.
But what if your cat doesn’t like being a lap cat? Does it mean they love you less?
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Not necessarily. Some cats have reasons and preferences that make them less lap-sitting cats, but they can still show affection in different ways.
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Best lap cats in the feline kingdom
Certain cat breeds are often considered more prone to being lap cats, although there’s no scientific proof.
Here are some of the commonly mentioned breeds:
- Bombay
- Devon Rex
- Burmese
- Exotic Shorthair
- Maine Coon
- Siamese
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- Munchkin
- Persian
- Ragdoll
- Ragamuffin
These breeds are frequently associated with being lap cats, but they’re not the only ones.
Other cat breeds can also be lap cats, and having one of these breeds doesn’t guarantee lap-sitting behaviour.
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This article was compiled with the help of Artificial Intelligence
