Cats loaf for comfort, as it allows them to relax and maintain a low profile while conserving energy. It also offers flexibility for quick actions and transitions.
Loafing helps cats regulate body temperature by conserving heat in cooler environments and promoting air circulation for cooling in hotter environments.
Loafing provides a protective instinct for cats, keeping their paws tucked under their bodies and hidden from view, ensuring security.
The loaf position gives cats an observational advantage by allowing them to monitor their surroundings while minimizing their visibility.
Loafing enables cats to groom hard-to-reach areas, utilizing their paws to clean their face, ears, and other body parts effectively.