The answer as provided by Pawprints & Purrs, Inc., a non-profit organization, is as follows:
"They are the catnap originators. They sleep practically all day - clocking in about 16 hours of dozing during each 24 hour period. They can sleep from sitting up to snuggling into spots humans can't deem comfortable or suitable for sleeping. Their sleep patterns have evolved because of their ancestors' success as predators. Their bodies are designed for short bursts of energy needed for high-performance over short distances. They're so efficient at stalking and killing their prey that they end up with time to spare. They sleep very lightly, so they make up the length of time they sleep what they lack in depth of sleep. Even though they may go into deep sleep, their brains are always on the alert for danger." http://www.sniksnak.com/cathealth/whydo2.html
At least now I understand a little better as to why Boo (shown above) can be found napping more often than running around the house! Must be nice to sleep all day. If there is a 'next life', I want to be a CAT!
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