"They might be a little more likely to pick up parasites like fleas and intestinal parasites," Schmidt tells Inverse. "That doesn't mean that we shouldn't let them sleep with us, but it's a good reason for people whose cats go outdoors to make sure they see their veterinarian regularly and use preventive medications."
"That could be a potential risk too, just some of the bacteria they might bring from the litter box to an area like the bed or the pillow," Schmidt says. She also says that young children whose immune systems are still developing are also at increased risk of infection, so it might be best to keep cats off their beds.
Cats tend to be more active at transitionary periods of daylight, like dawn and dusk. This is known as crepuscular behavior. That means that at sunrise, you could be dealing with a fairly active cat. "For some people, especially those who might be light sleepers, that can be disruptive."
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