The "Rainy Day Effect" in cats is driven by three biological factors: Evolutionary Efficiency (hunting in wet fur is calorie-negative), Circadian Rhythms (low light triggers Melatonin), and Barometric Pressure. In this episode, we explain why your cat isn't just lazy—they are biologically programmed to "power down" during a storm to conserve energy.
We cover:
- The Physics of Hunting: Why rain ruins stealth and makes hunting inefficient.
- Melatonin Spikes: How grey skies trick the feline brain into sleep mode.
- The Pressure Drop: How changes in the atmosphere signal animals to seek shelter.
Perfect napping weather, explained by science.
https://blog.catcognition.com/why-cats-sleep-more-rain/
Key Topics: Barometric Pressure, Circadian Rhythms, Cat Sleep, Feline Behavior, Weather Effects, Evolutionary Biology.
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