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Earl Closed His Eyes for a Minute in the Recliner. Pewter Did the Same.

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The television is dark, the afternoon is quiet, and Earl has drifted off in his recliner with his chin dipping and his hands loose. A soft beige armrest is occupied by Pewter, who has tucked her paws and chin right up against his shoulder and closed her eyes, her gray fur a few shades darker than the cushions. A cream blanket hangs over one side of the chair, a houseplant spills leaves from a shelf, and framed photos line the wall behind them.

Cats sleep a great deal, often twelve hours or more in a day, and they like to nap close to the people they trust. Choosing to sleep right beside someone is a real sign of comfort, since a sleeping cat is vulnerable and picks her spot carefully. Warmth matters too, and a person in a recliner is a pretty good heat source. For seniors in particular, living with a pet is often associated with a more regular daily routine and a feeling of companionship, and a calm cat can be a nice presence at nap time. A few tips: keep a cozy bed nearby so a cat has her own option, and be careful with recliner footrests, which can hurt a cat who is underneath. Russian Blues tend to be affectionate and quiet, so they make easy napping companions. Ask your vet if you have questions about your cat's sleep habits.

Nobody is checking the clock at this house. The afternoon will go as slowly as these two want it to.

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