How Can You Tell If a Cat Likes Its Owner?
As pet owners, it’s clear how much we love our furry friends, but how do we know if our pets feel the same way about us? Do they truly see us as their favorite people, or are we just their regular food providers and grooming assistants? Let’s take cats as an example and explore some signs that show a cat likes its owner.
1. Cats Like to Stick Close to Their Favorite People
One of the first signs that a cat likes you is that it wants to be near you. Cats often twirl their tails around their owner or nuzzle against them as a way of showing affection. Some cat owners love to groom their cats while they sit on their laps, and cats often enjoy curling up on their owner’s lap for a nap. When you brush or massage them, they may show a relaxed, lazy expression. If you gently use a fine-toothed comb on their head, they might nudge you or even lick themselves, as if savoring the moment. It’s as if the cat is marking you with its scent, perhaps to ensure that you continue grooming it.
2. Cats Share Their "Treasures"
You may have seen many funny online posts where pets bring their owners gifts, and cats are no exception. Cats sometimes share their prized possessions, such as their favorite toy, grooming brush, or even a caught mouse or dried fish. Interestingly, during grooming, cats may also tap their owner's arms or legs as if saying, “Hey, I’ve got your back!” This shows that they trust you enough to share what they value the most.
3. Other Signs That a Cat Likes You
Cats don’t hide their emotions when they’re feeling affectionate. Sometimes, they’ll actively seek out grooming, and at other times, they may run away when they see the grooming brush. When a cat’s tail is held high—sometimes so high that it’s hard to push down with a grooming brush—it’s a sign that they’re happy and enjoy your company. Cats might roll around on the ground when they want to play or when they want you to groom them.
If you try to groom your cat during your downtime, but it just sits there staring at you, it’s like they’re silently saying, “I love you.” Sometimes, a cat will gently touch you with its paws, which is another way of expressing affection. And if your cat lies on its back with its belly exposed, waiting for you to “pamper” it with grooming, that’s a pretty clear sign that it loves you a lot.
In conclusion, cats may show their affection in subtle ways, but if you pay close attention, you’ll easily see how much they care about you.
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