Working from home with a cat is always a gamble. One moment they’re curled up peacefully on the windowsill, and later they’re walking across your keyboard mid-Zoom call or claiming your freshly folded laundry as their own. However, just when you think you’ve seen it all, cats remind you that no spot is too strange (or too important) to turn into a nap zone. One such moment was caught on video when a curious cat decided that a computer’s CPU made the perfect new bed.
Cat unexpectedly lands on computer’s CPU as his new bed in video
Leo, an orange tabby, has gone viral after choosing an unusual place to catch some Zs. The video starts with a view of the desk, focused on a keyboard. A loud whirring noise from the computer can be heard in the background. The owner adds a text overlay that reads, “Me trying to figure out why my computer sounds like it’s about to take off.”
As the camera pans down, the culprit is revealed. Leo is perched calmly on top of the CPU under the desk, completely unfazed. He sits like he has done this a hundred times, clearly confident that this warm, humming box was made just for him. The combination of the sound, the visuals, and Leo’s unbothered expression makes the moment both hilarious and relatable.
Cats are naturally drawn to warm, enclosed, and elevated spaces due to their instinctual need for security and comfort. Warmth plays a key role in helping them regulate their body temperature, particularly during periods of rest.
Moreover, elevated areas offer a sense of safety and oversight of their surroundings. Soft blankets, sunny windowsills, or even the top of a warm appliance often become favorite resting spots for cats. That is because these areas offer a combination of warmth, shelter, and a clear vantage point.
To keep your computer safe and your cat happy, it’s a smart idea to provide cozy alternatives nearby. A heated pet pad or a comfortable cat bed near your desk can help redirect their attention. Of course, knowing cats, there’s still a good chance they’ll choose the top of the CPU anyway.
