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“With cats, it's all about body language. If they're 'loafing,' it's pretty safe to say they're feeling content and secure because their best weapons (the claws) are tucked under their bodies.” When cats loaf, they aren't prepared to defend themselves against a predator because they have their legs tucked under them.
Although the majority of the time a cat is loafing they are happy and content, if you notice your cat can't tuck their paws under their body or they are trying to curl up in a tight position on the floor constantly, they are likely not feeling well and may be experiencing pain.
They're happy and comfortable
“And they tend to do that when they're relatively relaxed and settling down into a snooze.” If their loaf is accompanied by slow blinks, purrs and other signs your cat is happy, you can be sure that all is good with your favorite furball.
If your cat is kneading you, it's likely because she feels safe with you. Just like she kneaded her mom when she was a kitten, she's now kneading you—her new "pet-parent." If she feels safe and secure when she's with you, she may express this with a gentle knead.
Sometimes, when your cat is loafing in a certain situation, it may suggest that she feels somehow threatened. If she doesn't show any other sign of fear, there is something that bothers her. Instead of laying comfortably in her favorite place, she may choose this position for other reasons.
According to a study done by the nutrition company, Canadae, they discovered that the person who makes the most effort is the favorite. People who communicate with their cat by getting to know their cues and motives are more attractive to their cat companions.
Changes in body language, including ears held back, tucked tail, and hairs standing on end. Meowing more or less than usual or making low-pitched, mournful meows. Lack of energy or a decrease in activity level. Retreating from humans or other family pets.
All in all, even the most aloof and brooding cat will be able to pick up on your warmth and devotion. Whether they choose to admit it or not, they can sense when a person loves them (and hates them). So always make sure you're emitting good, kitty-positive vibes, and your cat will be sure to indulge in the lovefest.
PetMD also points out that cats are territorial creatures. They claim their turf by marking it with their scent. So when they sleep on top of you, they're actually marking you—and your bed—as theirs. We should be flattered by this behavior, apparently.
It's Simple: Your Cat Loves You. You're not just a comfy cat bed; your cat loves you too, and laying on your chest is one way they show their love. That's what all those head butts and all that purring mean. They often do other things to get your attention too!
When your cat sleeps belly up, it's a good sign that the two of you have an excellent relationship. It's a vulnerable position so it indicates your cat completely trusts you and your home.
Strong Desire for Affection Upon Your Return
A cat's expression of affection is more subtle than a dog's, so pay attention. If your cat is permanently attached to your side, following you from room to room, and rubbing up against your legs, it's their way of saying: I love you, I missed you—pay attention to me!
One of the most common signs your cat misses you is meowing and crying. Your pets may meow to get your attention or because they feel lonely. Kitty may show increased affection towards their pet parents. This could include purring, rubbing against you, and even kneading you with their paws.
According to a new study, cats experience the greatest fondness for female owners. Cats attach to your veterinary clients—your female clients in particular—as social partners and it's not just because they want to be fed, according to research in the journal Behavioral Processes.
Fifty-Four Percent of cats recognized their owners by sight alone, as cats do not recognize human faces. In essence, we appear identical. It is believed that cats view people as fellow felines, contributing to this belief. Cats are slightly disturbed by our stature and question our clumsiness.
Cats have the power to sense their owner's emotions. So, cats have the ability to feel whenever their owner is sad. Beyond sadness, domestic cats are also able to feel whenever their owner has switched moods and emotions.
Cat anxiety symptoms include:
Hiding, pacing, crouching defensively. New aggressive or overly clingy behavior. Meowing way more than usual. Coat changes from not grooming or bald patches from over-grooming.
Cats paw at us out of instinct, by accident, to give or get affection, and to get our attention. Most times, when cats paw at us, it means nothing serious. Sometimes, however, they are getting our attention to tell us that they are sick or in pain.
This means before napping they may find a vantage point somewhere high up, or they might even bury their head in a basket of laundry to help give them a sense of security. Either way, they know their pretty faces are also their most vulnerable point, so it makes sense that covering them helps them feel more secure.
Your cat might follow you into the bathroom simply because they love you and want to be with you all the time. Although independent animals, felines still form close bonds with their humans and your cat even misses you when you're not around.