Why does my cat sit on my keyboard only during meetings?

Your cat is probably doing a mix of a few very ordinary cat things: wanting your attention, liking the warmth of the laptop, and noticing that meetings are the exact time you stop giving them attention.

Here are the most likely reasons:

• You’re not moving much: During meetings, you sit still and focus on the screen, which makes your keyboard a very tempting place to park themselves.
• Warmth: Laptops often get warmer during video calls, and cats naturally gravitate toward warm spots.
• Attention-seeking: If sitting on your keyboard reliably gets a reaction, your cat may have learned that meetings are a great time to interrupt.
• Social curiosity: Some cats like to stay close to their favorite person and may act like they want to “join” whatever you’re doing.
• They may think you’re talking to them: Cats can sometimes treat your speaking voice on calls as attention directed at them.

What can help:
Try giving your cat a nearby alternative spot, like a box, blanket, or heated cat bed next to your desk. Keeping a toy or treat nearby can also help redirect them before the meeting starts.

If this is a new behavior or your cat seems unusually clingy, it could also be worth checking whether they’re bored, stressed, or seeking more interaction than usual.