While humans might believe a washing machine serves only one purpose, our feline friends appear to know better — most of the time, at least.
Winter is a time of year for cosying up by the fire, wrapping up warm and overindulging with family and friends.
But, for cats, it’s a time to exploit as many household appliances a possible in a quest to find the most snugly spot ever.
From lying on top of games consoles to impossibly squeezing themselves into radiators, if it conveys heat — it will draw cats.
And while slumbering moggies make for some great snaps, some of their chosen spots also spark a cause for concern, as these pictures show.
You might call it a washing machine, this kitty calls it his personal hub of warmth and comfort
Well, they do get hot after prolonged use… this tiny kitten is fast asleep after realising how much heat this power brick produces
If I fits, I sits… Cats are able to make anything of their choosing into an excellent napping spot — just so long as it’s warm
Is that first knob actually turned on? Cats know just a few things in life, but not the dangers of falling asleep on cookers
This very cosy scene shows a clutter of ginger cats sharing the warmth of a portable heater
This furry friend doesn’t mind being dazzled by this lamp, as long as it’s providing it with a consistent source of heat
This ginger and white cat has fallen fast asleep on an aptly-dubbed Thermaltake computer
Left: Radiators appear to be a hotly sought after sleeping spot in the feline world. Right: Like moths to a flame, cats will also seek out the snuggest spot
A very relaxed kitty is rudely awoke by its human while it soaks of some rays on a windowsill
‘Grant me eternal warmth, oh Tiger rice cooker’: This cat looks euphoric as it enjoys the heat produced by its owner’s kitchen appliance
This furry feline is making the most of sun before it sets
Who said the vivarium was just for the bearded dragon? The confused reptile looks to its owner for comfort
A bemused bearded dragon demands answers as to why a huge, furry animal is squatting in his heated home
After a hard day prowling the streets in search of mice to toy with, there’s no better feeling than coming home and vegetating on top of a radiator
Kitchen hobs are probably not the safest place to let your car fall asleep
The box was the ideal spot for this clutter of moggied who are enjoying a group chill-out session together
Who wouldn’t want a complimentary cat with their morning latte? This cardboard holder is the purrrfect place for this kitty
These two appear to have struck up an adorable partnership on a very chilly-looking farm
Christmas is a time for overindulgence — and could you get a more festive scene than this?
Left: It is not advised that you cover games consoles with blankets, towels or cats, in order to avoid overheating. Right: A cat exploits this computer’s heat output
This sleepy cat always appreciates when its owner turns his amplifier up to 11
For cats, Christmas is a time to exploit as many household appliances a possible in a quest to find the most snugly spot possible