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This is one of the cutest Twitter threads we've seen in a while! Cat beds that are actually being used by cats? What is this dark magic? 

As a cat owner, we know cats generally don't sleep in whatever bed you tend to buy for them but will spend countless hours inside an old cardboard box. Yet, for some reason, the cat bed from IKEA is changing things up! 

Twitter user @MaudFeijt recently created an adorable little bedroom for her two cats, complete with two beds from IKEA. She shared the photos on Twitter and the tweet soon went viral as others began sharing their IKEA beds for their pets. 

We have a theory, stick with us on this one. What if cats are so intelligent that a regular cat bed is an insult to them? What if the fact that the IKEA bed is a miniature version of our beds is the reason they like it so much? They see themselves as our equals and therefore deserve the same style bed as we have. But then again, the whole cardboard box thing sends this theory into the garbage. 

Think of the last time that you were so relaxed you just... let all of your muscles loosen and laid down in absolutely whichever position you've found yourself in. Maybe you were starfished on your back, maybe you were flat on your face, maybe you put your arm over your head in just the right position and didn't care if it was going to fall asleep because of it. Ladies and gentleman, that means that you, too, have experienced The Sploot. 

Animals are the sploot connoisseurs. Dogs have mastered it, and now, cats must show their skills as well. The following pictures are ones to learn from. Doesn't matter that the week has just started, you have to learn to remember to relax and do the sploot every once in a while, just like these very talented cats. 

Sweet, sweet doggos! They are so fluffy, warm, and soft. We always to lay our heads against their belly and fall asleep. But sadly, our heads weigh too much and we're constantly worried we might hurt them. 

It's a sad life, humans and our heavy heads getting int the way of our dream naptime. Not for cats though! 

Cats can comfortably sleep on a dog without weighing down on them. And it's simply adorable to witness one animal sleeping on top of another. And while cats might not be the best judge when it comes to sleeping locations, we think these following cats have pretty much purrfected the ideal sleeping situation. 

Possible one of the strangest cat habits - hanging out inside your shoes. It being a lil weird doesn't make it any less cute of course. It just might be one of the cutest things in the world to walk into your home and find your kitten sleeping inside of your shoe. 

It's probably the smell, and yeah, the inside of our shoes will definitely smell gross to us. But to our kittens, your shoes smell like you. They smell... very strongly of you. And if they like you and your smell, your shoes are the best place to get a nice whiff of that. They're basically showing their appreciation for you when they cuddle your shoes instead of you. It makes sense to them, we promise. 

It might also be the case that after you walk outside, your shoes actually lose some of your smell and possibly even smell like other animals, so when your cat rubs up against them, they're spreading their own smell on your shoes. Very possessive. In the cutest way. So, it's all good stuff. Weird, but good. Cats do have a habit of sitting in places they don't belong, but this isn't one of them.

Okay, we all know cats sleeping is just crazy awwdorable. We also all know that when we see them sleeping there's only 2 options:

1. Take a million and one photos

2. Snuggle up with them! 

But what if they're already sleeping and cuddling with another cat? Well, then the only real option is to take a picture, squwell with delight and try not to disturb their peaceful and precious slumber. 

In the meantime, you can scroll through these cuties! 

We recently compiled a list of malfunctioning cats, a lot of which were sleeping in just the oddest positions imaginable. 

Cats are the only animals know to sleep in strange and outrageous uncomfortable-looking positions, dogs are very accomplished in that category as well. 

Some dogs are even what you'd consider being masters of the 'World's Oddest Sleeper' title. Who knew some dogs can even fold into a pretzel while snoozin'? Don't believe us? Take a look for yourself. 

We love featuring animal experts on our site! This article was contributed by John Woods, founder of 'All Things Dogs,' about three common dog sleeping positions and what they mean. Enjoy!

Watching your dog sleep is downright adorable!

But did you know that there might be a deeper meaning behind the way your dog sleeps?

There are a number different of positions your puppy can assume for their snooze, whether they curl up into a tiny ball or seem to be dreaming of running a marathon.

In this article, we analyze three of the most common ways dogs sleep, and what they can tell you about your dog.

Has your curiosity been piqued? Read on to learn more!

There is nothing better than climbing into bed, after a long tiring day. Oh, wait, yes there is!

Climbing into bed, after a long tiring day and your beloved pet is waiting for you! There. Now, there's nothing better. 

These humans have shared photos of how they usually sleep with their furry companion, and most of it is crazy cute... and some people are left with the mega-bed hogs. Yet, we can't help but love and admire both. Both versions of sleep count have a huge dose of your pet's presence, and that's beautiful. 

Sshhhh...Don't wake up these tiny little angels. 

Some of them are even sleeping with their mouth slightly open and we just can't look at these photos without releasing a big "Awww". 

Good night, cute little creatures.  

One viral photo tweeted by journalist, Mark Rees, started an internet stardom. 

People have suddenly discovered that baby owls nap with their faces down and look unbelievably cute while doing so.

Turns out, the reason behind this weird sleeping position is that their heads are too big.   

The responses have been pretty funny, as well as generally wholesome, starting off an entire owl appreciation thread. 

Story via: Happymag.tv

Shhh... be very, very quiet. We have a handful of sleepy cats taking one of their 100th catnaps of the day. 

And we don't want to disturb their precious beauty sleep! So, if you can, tiptoe from picture to picture and please refrain for "aww"'ing out loud. 

We know it'll be hard but the cat's comfort comes first. Get ready to see some not-so-tiny cats in very tiny beds. 

Striking a harmonious work-life balance is a serious challenge in many countries around the world. 

When the balance tips on the side of work, one of the first things to get sacrificed is rest.

This new capsule toy by the Japanese Kitan Klub was created for all those sleep-deprived workers. 

The figurines of adorable sleeping cats with peaceful smiles on their faces are tucked into cozy-looking beds and are carrying the catchphrase "Let's call it a day and go to bed". 

They could be both a soothing and relaxing presence on your desk or workspace as well as a gentle reminder to catch some sleep.

For more information, see the official product page on Kitan Club's website.

Oh man, the glorious life of cats! To sleep all day, anywhere, anytime. 

Doesn't that sound absolutely grand? 

At least it's finally the weekend and we can visualize ourselves tucked in like this come tomorrow morning! 

Enjoy the adorableness that is cats... tucked in. 

"For the love of cats...why did you wake me up?! this better be good..." Cats like to sleep. Anywhere. Anytime. So don't you dare to wake them up!