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How to understand that a cat loves a person: 10 signs
14.03.2024 19:10
Many people believe that cats do not love their owners, but only use them for food and comfort.
But this is not true. Cats show love and affection in their own way to a person who cares for them and respects them.
In this article we will tell you what signs of cat love exist and how to recognize them.
You will learn how cats communicate with their owners, what gestures and sounds they use to express their feelings, and what gifts they can bring as a token of gratitude.
We will also give you tips on how to strengthen the bond with your pet and make it happy.
Purrs when nearby
Cats purr for a variety of reasons, but primarily it is a form of communication and a bonding mechanism between kittens and their mother. It also indicates that the cat is comfortable.
If your pet purrs contentedly when he's around a person, there's a good chance he feels a connection with that person and relaxes in his presence.
Sits on a person's lap
If a cat calmly jumps on a person's lap, this is an indicator of trust and affection. This is especially true if it purrs and stretches its paws. In this case, the cat perceives the owner as a member of the family.
Blinks slowly
Cats have very expressive facial features, especially their eyes. Not only is maintaining eye contact with a person considered a sign of trust, but so is slow blinking.
If a cat does this while looking intently at its owner, it means it feels relaxed in his presence.
Try blinking slowly back to show that you feel the same way.
Sleeps nearby
Like most animals, cats are most vulnerable when they are sleeping, so they only choose places where they feel most comfortable and safe.
If this place is next to a person, then she considers it the safest.
Brings gifts
Although cats are not pack animals, they can form groups. Being natural hunters, cats feel the need to attack fast-moving objects and catch “prey”.
Whether it's a toy or a real animal, if a cat brings one of these gifts to a person, it shows affection.
Another theory is that the cat cares for its owner and tries to teach him to hunt for his own well-being and survival. In other words, the pet sees the person as an important part of its family.
If your cat brings home something unpleasant, such as a dead rodent or bug, try not to react with disgust or anger.
Although it is difficult to do, if you do not control the reaction, it can only confuse the cat and even cause negative feelings. Stay calm and just remove it, and then pet the cat.
"Butts"
If a pet approaches a person and presses its head against them, it may signal that they are very attached to them. This action is usually reserved for members of a cat group.
Don't confuse "butting" with the longer-lasting pressure a cat may apply when in pain.
If she presses her head against a person or furniture and starts making strange sounds, she may need help.
Follows closely
A cat may enjoy following a person around the house for many reasons, ranging from food to anxiety, but it may also simply enjoy their company.
If it's not feeding time yet and your cat is acting like she doesn't need anything, she probably just wants to be around.
Shows belly
If a cat frequently rolls over, exposing its belly, it definitely means trust. This position puts cats in a vulnerable position, and therefore they will only do this in the presence of people with whom they are completely comfortable.
Remember that if a cat shows her belly, it does not necessarily mean she wants to be petted. Some cats enjoy being petted, but others do not. Pay attention to your cat's body language.
Pay attention to the tail
Cats often show affection with their tails. A curved tip signifies a friendly greeting and an invitation to interact.
A more vivid manifestation of love is when a cat wraps its tail around a person's hands, ankles, forearms, or simply any part of the body.
Courts
Just as mother cats care for their young, cats that are attached to each other often groom each other.
If a pet constantly licks a person, it either spilled something tasty on itself, or the cat sees it as a close family member.
Previously, we wrote about what to do if a hamster prevents you from sleeping at night.
