The reasons why cats like to lie on shoes:
1. When the weather is cold, cats like to lie on shoes, which can make them feel warm and comfortable.
2. Cats lying on shoes may want to leave their own scent, treat them as their own private property, declare their sovereignty, and prevent other cats from occupying them.
3. Cats are very dependent on their owners and like their owners very much. They like items with the owner’s scent.
4. Cats like to stay in places they think are safe and familiar, which can make them feel safe.
5. Cats like to lie on shoes. They may treat shoes as toys and lie on them to play.