Whether you own a cat or know someone who does, you have to admit they’re downright adorable. Sure, these animals can be stinkers at times but most often, all they want is to play, cuddle, and sleep. On average, a cat naps 16 hours a day. That gives people plenty of opportunities to snap the cutest photos of them with their eyes closed.
Here are 75 examples of precious sleeping kitties.
1. I’ve got you
This is the sweetest thing ever. The owner of the yellow cat found a stray kitten outside. After bringing him into the house, this is what happened.
2. Home sweet home
After some debate, a woman decided to adopt a kitten. This is the one she chose. And as soon as they got home, the baby fell sound asleep in her new forever home.
3. Are you my daddy?
While enjoying lunch outside, this stray kitty walked over to this man. But then, he climbed into his lap. Before long, he was fast asleep.
4. Not a care in the world
Just looking at this sleeping cat, you can tell he doesn’t have a care in the world. He’s out of it. His human just left him alone so he could dream.
5. Snuggled in tight
From the looks of it, this is the kitty’s favorite place to sleep. It’s also obvious his owners don’t mind. How could anyone refuse something this adorable?
6. Be still my heart
For one thing, this kitten is super cute. For another, she’s super cute the way she sleeps. This should be an award-winning photograph for sure.
7. Don’t let go
For whatever reason, this cat loves to hold his human’s hand while sleeping. He even has his claws out to make sure they don’t let go. With a kitty like this, it would be hard to get anything done around the house.
8. Two for the price of one
What an amazing photo. This is a rarity for sure. The chances of capturing another picture like this are slim to none. Great job.
9. Don’t mind me
What do you do when you have a kitten that sleeps like this? Well, nothing. This man might be scowling on the outside but you know he’s loving every second of it.
10. Super comfy
You know that cats prefer boxes to plush beds, right? But it seems this one likes to nap inside a glass vase. It doesn’t look very comfortable but who are we to judge?
11. Kitten placeholder
When you think about it, this is one smart kitten. You see, she was tired of rolling over after falling asleep. So, she found a convenient placeholder.
12. What are the odds?
This is truly amazing. Everything is perfectly symmetrical. Even their tails are in the same position.
13. Bowing while sleeping
No, this cat isn’t mad. And no, he’s not crying. As his owner explained, this is just how he prefers to take his naps.
14. It suits them just fine
We’ll never understand why kitties sleep inside of the weirdest things instead of snuggling up on a soft bed. But here’s another example of two unconventional babies. For them, this clay baking dish works just fine.
15. Don’t move
Honestly, we don’t think she could even if she wanted. The funny thing…this isn’t her cat. Rather, he belongs to her roommate.
16. Long-term friends
That’s probably what people think when looking at this photo. But that’s not the case at all. This is a stray cat that wandered into a café and was immediately smitten with one of the workers.
17. Way too needy
Although the husband wanted a cat, his wife preferred a dog. Her reason? Cats are too needy. She was right but as you can see, she doesn’t mind after all.
18. His favorite spot
This is Momo. And his owner said that he cries until her boyfriend picks him up and puts him inside of his hoodie. Once he’s comfortable, this baby goes to sleep.
19. Holding on for dear life
Oh, my goodness. There’s no question that this cat loves her human. And for her, this is the ideal way to sleep.
20. Best friends for life
A lot of parents get a dog for their child to grow up with. But as you can see, kitties work too. This boy and his cat share a special bond.
21. All tucked in
No, the cat’s owner didn’t do this. Instead, this cat named Max tucks himself into bed. It seems he prefers this to just laying on top of the covers.
22. Everyone smile
Well, would you look at that? First, all three cats are on a bed instead of in a box. Second, they’re sleeping in a way that makes them look like one big smiley face.
23. Looking for something?
Finding her cat this way, his owner thought he was peering over the couch cushion to look at something. But upon further investigation, she discovered that wasn’t the case. He was simply sleeping.
24. Newly adopted
An individual adopted a new kitten. But he quickly realized that he’d lost full custody. As you can see, his adult cat claimed the baby as her own.
25. That face…
…or more like that tongue. This cat is beautiful regardless. But seeing him sleep with his tongue out and one eye half-open is even cuter.
26. Too close for comfort?
Not as far as these two cats are concerned. Their owner realized they can’t sleep unless they’re touching. So, this is what they do every day.
27. So tiny
This is probably one of the tiniest kittens ever. And this is the first night in her new home. With so much love and care, she’ll grow up, someday.
28. Picture perfect
If this piano company is looking for a way to promote their products, this should be it. Everything about this image is perfect. Especially the beautiful cat.
29. Cuteness overload
Although this kitten is now all grown up, her owner was kind enough to share a throwback photo. This kitty’s coloring is gorgeous. And the way she sleeps? Divine.
30. Hidden in plain sight
We don’t know the backstory on this. But it appears as though a medical clinic has a new staff member. In this instance…out of sight but never out of mind.
31. Emotional support
This sweet pup experienced some kind of trauma. So, his owner decided to get him an emotional support cat. This is how they sleep together after just one week.
32. True love
This photo was shared by the boyfriend of the girl who owns these two cats. He was amazed at their sleeping arrangement. If you look closely, you’ll notice they hold paws.
33. Ready for her closeup
By the looks of it, it appears as though this cat was getting ready to have a professional closeup taken. But the photographer took too long. So, she fell asleep still holding the pose.
34. Spoiled much?
Come on, you know there’s no way to spoil a cat too much. Every kitty deserves a crib and stuffed toy. Especially when they’re as adorable as this one.
35. Asleep on the job
Poor Pierre. He stayed up late trying to finish a report for his boss. But sleepiness overtook him and then this happened.
36. Just a baby
It’s hard to tell but this kitten is only six weeks old. Already, he’s learned how to smile. With a comfortable place to nap and a human who loves him, he has every reason to be happy.
37. Just hold me
Meet Scarlett. She dearly loves her owner and does everything in her power to prove it. One way is to hold onto him while she sleeps.
38. Entanglement
It would’ve been interesting to see how these two cats got themselves all tangled up. We don’t know if they fell asleep from exhaustion trying to untangle themselves. Or if they did this intentionally. Either way, it’s precious.
39. Bonded sisters
Often, you need a cat tower for each kitty in the home. The reason is they become somewhat territorial. But not these sisters…they prefer to share.
40. Nothing out of the ordinary here
Nope…just an owl and kitten snuggled up and sleeping. In the wild, these two animals are natural enemies. But in this house, they have an unbreakable bond.
41. The bleeper
Sometimes, cats make the cutest sounds when they sleep. This beautiful kitty is one of them. His owner said he makes a kind of bleeping sound that’s super cute.
42. Nap buddies
Cats aren’t the only ones who need a nap. This guy stated that every time he lays down, he has a visitor. They now share special nap sessions.
43. That’s the spot
Yes, that is a table designed for cats to lie on. But somehow, we don’t think its creator intended it for this. Regardless, you can’t argue with a sleeping kitty that looks completely content.
44. Best toy ever
The plastic lid this kitten decided to sleep in used to hold a toy. If she’d been on the shelf, the store wouldn’t be able to keep her stock. Amazingly, she found something her body molded to perfectly.
45. Just hanging out…
…literally. Just give this cat a soft bed and room to stretch out and he’s good to go. His owner said this is how he always sleeps.
46. Raise your hand if you’re guilty
There’s the culprit. This is the cat that sleeps all day. And at night, he turns into a holy terror.
47. Like a fox
You have to agree that at first glance, this adorable kitty resembles a fox. There’s just one problem. He needs to learn how to relax. That includes putting his head down while sleeping.
48. Can she breathe?
With her face buried in the bed, you have to wonder. Apparently, she’s okay. But this sleeping position on a bed that’s way too small doesn’t seem right to us.
49. Amazing transformation
You’d never guess that at one time, this cat was feral. His owners brought him inside and it took more than a year to build a trusting relationship. Today, all he wants to do is snuggle.
50. Like a human baby
Found as a stray, this kitten warmed up quickly to her rescuer. But she doesn’t curl up and sleep like most cats. She prefers to be cradled just like a human baby.
51. Out for the count
Just like dogs, it’s common for cats to run to their owners when they return home from work. But this fellow, he stayed put. Who knows what he did all day? But it seems as though he might’ve overdone things.
52. Head butts
Fortunately, these aren’t the kind that hurt. When enjoying a nap, they do this. The owner has no clue why but it’s super cute.
53. Me and my ducky
This is such a great photo. The owner of this kitten should frame it. Seeing this baby snuggle with his duck friend is so heartwarming.
54. Sleep deprivation
It’s hard for shelter animals to get any rest. After all, they’re surrounded by strange people, sounds, and smells. When an individual adopted these two kittens, all they wanted to do for days was sleep.
55. Yin and yang
Finally, a photo of cats sleeping in a box. But they look a little confused. Aren’t they supposed to have their heads side-by-side? Whatever.
56. Too literal
When it’s time for this cat to get some shut-eye, he thinks that means he has to hold his eyes shut. Silly boy. But you’re so darn cute, you nap however you want.
57. Mommy time
Before the kids leave for school, this cat is somewhat aloof. But once they’re on the bus, things change. That’s when all she wants is some cuddle time with her human mom.
58. Putting work on hold
Cats do things when and how they want. And when it comes to cuddling, they set limitations. But this boy wanted some affection while his mom worked from home. This went on for over an hour, causing her to get behind schedule.
59. All sprawled out
This is what you call an uninhibited kitten. He’s completely relaxed and doesn’t care how it looks. And we don’t either as long as he’s content.
60. Tuck and roll
If there’s ever a fire, this kitten is good to go. In the meantime, she can enjoy her nap. Although her positioning is a little weird, she’s still so cute.
61. Warming up
Every kitten is unique. Some warm up quickly to their new owners and some don’t. This Siamese was a little on the slow side but he’s now fully bonded with his human family.
62. Meet Asparagus
Yep, that’s this kitten’s name. He was recently adopted and settling into his new home without any trouble. In fact, he’s already fallen madly in love with his “dad.”
63. One with the plant
In looking at this photo, you have to wonder if this cat is into some kind of Zen-like thing. Or maybe he’s discovered that he’s good for the soil. Then again, he might’ve just thought this was a great place to nap.
64. Mystery solved
For some time, the owner of these cats couldn’t figure out why his socks had hair on them. It didn’t make any sense. Until he discovered their favorite sleeping spot was inside the dresser drawer.
65. Confirmation
This will tug at your heartstrings. The cat in the photo had recently passed away. Her owner brought home a new kitten. Immediately, this baby went to sleep in front of the portrait, giving the lady confirmation she made the right decision.
66. Batman at naptime
Okay, so this isn’t the real Batman. But there is a striking resemblance. And since this kitten is taking a nap, we’re half right.
67. Too tired to move
Kittens go 100 miles per hour and then suddenly, flop down wherever they are. That’s what happened here. Uncomfortable or not, this baby is too tired to move.
68. Love times two
Some woman is very lucky. She has an amazing boyfriend who loves and supports her. She also has a gorgeous cat that’s faithful and sweet. What more could she want?
69. Running out of room
Right now, these two kittens fit on their owner’s lap. But as they grow, it’s going to become challenging. We have the feeling this guy will make it work.
70. Right at home
The person who adopted this kitty hasn’t had him very long. Cosmo, as he’s been named, didn’t have any trouble feeling at home. He even naps on the TV tray.
71. One happy camper
This sweet cat is being fostered. And with a grin like that, he’ll have no problem getting a forever home. Perhaps his foster dad will decide to keep him.
72. Catnap
This is what you call a bona fide cat nap. These four kittens are all from the same litter. And combined, they make for a great photo.
73. A full heart
This man moved in with his girlfriend. But the cat wasn’t too fond of him. So, when she decided to nap on his chest, he knew he’d finally been accepted.
74. 100 percent trust
At just four weeks old, this guy found a tiny kitten. Now, she’s grown and his best friend. The trust they have is unshakeable.
75. That’ll work
For a cat, the smaller the box the better. It must provide them with a sense of security when sleeping. Hopefully, he didn’t mess up the puzzle. But even if he did, his owner probably didn’t care considering how darn cute he looks.
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