15 Cat Behaviors Explained With Gifs
Ever wonder why your cat zones out, shows you it's butt or kneads? Well look no further future cat expert.
By mrlousyjeans
Published 11 years ago
Ever wonder why your cat zones out, shows you it's butt or kneads? Well look no further future cat expert.
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Rolling back and forth: Your cat is showing submission or inviting you play.
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Making squinty eyes: Cats squint when they're content. Closing their eyes slowly is a sign of trust.
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Sticking a raised butt in your face: Tail sniffing is normal in the cat world, so this is your cats way of saying hello.
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Sleeping in a circle: It conserves body heat.
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Kneading: This is likely a leftover trait from when they were a kitten when they did this to their mother's stomach to produce milk.
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Sitting like a cat loaf: Cats tuck their paws under them when they feel safe, and it also conserves body heat.
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One leg extended: This just makes it easier for your cat to clean.
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Exposing it's belly: It's a sign of trust.
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Nowhere to be found: Cats are good at hiding, and they're tired of your shit.
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Staring into space: Cats have keen senses, so they probably saw a fly or a speck of dust.
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Sleeping in boxes: Cat's find security in confined spaces.
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The “hug ‘n’ bite”: Biting while wrestling is just part of how cats play.
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Chirping or clacking at birds outside: That chattering is a reflex in anticipation of hunting.
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Sitting on your computer: Cats like warm places. Also they want to annoy you.
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The ready to pounce quivering butt: Cats wiggle back and forth to position themselves for the perfect attack.
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