The following essay is covered in The Conversation, an online publication.
Some cat owners wonder if their cat really loves them when they wake up in the middle of the night. Dog people like to point out that dogs have been a part of the world for a long time.
Research shows that the reputation of cats as cold and unresponsive is not true.
Cats are more independent than dogs because of their ancestry. The ancestors of our cats lived in the wild. Cats were able to form social relationships with people during the process of domestication.
Cats don't rely on people to feel safe like dogs do, but they still show affection towards their caretakers and value the company of their humans. Their attachment to humans is influenced by the way they were handled as kittens.
The secret to whether your cat feels connected to you is their behavior.
The ability to communicate with other cats over long distances was an advantage to their wild ancestors. Our pet cats use this form of communication a lot.
Cats use scent to identify people in their social group or family. Cats have scent glands on their flanks, head and around their ears, and rub their heads against familiar and comforting objects.
Is your cat rubbing its head against your legs? Your cat identifies you as a friend by the soft sensation you feel against your calves.
Your cat's way of greeting you is one of the most obvious signs that your pet is fond of you. Cats show signals to indicate friendship when they greet people in their group. Humans see these signals from cats.
The feline equivalent of a wave can be seen in a tail held in the upright position. The upright question mark shaped tail is used by some cats to greet someone they want to play with or to greet someone else.
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Humans wrap their tails around their calves as a sign of friendship, similar to the way cats do.
Rolling over and exposing their vulnerable under belly is one of the ways a cat trusts you. The head and neck area is where cats prefer to be petted.
Attempts to stroke a cat's belly will often lead to a hasty retreat. Cats make a sound called the chirrup or trill greeting when they say hello. Your cat will be happy to see you if you sing in this way.
When your cat hits the back of your knee, it can be a sign that they are very close to you. The feline version of a high-five is usually saved for cats closest to humans.
The way your cat looks at you could be indicative of their affection. Cats usually look at strange humans with an unblinking stare when they meet them. They have a good relationship with cats.
Slow blinks can be a sign of trust, contentment and affection, similar to a human smile, according to research. blink and your cat will blink back. If your cat isn't fond of being touched, this is a good way to bond.
Cats are very protective of their space and don't like people in it. A close bond can be formed if a cat allows you to get close.
A curling up on your lap is a sign of trust. Even though those barbed tongues may not feel all that gentle, licking your hand or face can be a show of endearment.
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