Who Said Cats Couldn't Be Affectionate? I have been living with them for many years and the truth is that every day they surprise me more. His capacity to love is very evident, of course it is also true that his displays of affection are sometimes so subtle that, for someone inexperienced, they can go unnoticed. But that will not happen anymore.
Next we are going to tell you how cats show affection so you know when it's time to reciprocate 🙂.
They rub against you
Cats can be very affectionate. From first thing in the morning they show you how much they love you, and one of the ways to do it is by rubbing their head against you. On their face they have glands that secrete pheromones. Pheromones are messages that they use to make it clear, for example, that "this is theirs" (you have more information here). When they rub against you, what they are telling you is that they feel great about you..
They clean you
No, it is not that they consider you to be dirty, but that they do it as a gesture of family union. For them, you are one more, one more cat that is part of their lives, and they love and respect you as such.. So when they do, let them do it and reward them with a pampering session later. They are sure to love it.
They don't stray too far from you
Sometimes it can be the case that the cats you have at home are shy, very affectionate, or that they are still in the process of feeling confident in their new home. For them, the simple fact that they follow you is a show of affectionWell, they are telling you that they want to be where you are.
Show the abdomen
If the cats are turned on their backs, thus exposing the wind, they are telling you that they trust you. And it is that, in nature, if they did they would be very vulnerable, so if you see your furry ones showing their abdomen, do not doubt that they feel very comfortable with your presence.
They rejoice when you get home
Yes, almost, almost like dogs. If you open the door and you find your cats, or if as soon as you speak they approach you, you can take for granted that they are very happy to see you again and that they have missed you.
Knead
Kneading is an instinctive gesture that they do since they are newborn babies. When kittens knead, they stimulate the flow of milk from their mother. When they grow up, that instinct lingers, only the meaning changes: now it is a sign of joy, comfort and security.
They leave gifts
If your cats go outside and trust you, they will probably bring you "gifts" in the form of animal carcasses. I don't like it at all, but do not get angry with them Well, they do it because they simply love you and don't want you to go hungry. So the best thing you can do is take them to a room while someone else takes care of getting rid of the poor victim. Another option is not to let them go outside.
Blink slowly
When cats look at you and blink slowly, they are actually giving you their "cat kisses". They are, therefore, a subtle but wonderful display of affection that will allow you to verify that your furry ones love you, a lot. Don't forget to do the same so they know that you appreciate them too.
These are the "easiest" displays of affection to see, but each cat is different and also has its own ways of showing that they love you. For example, the fact of sleeping next to you, purring when you are caressing them, or getting on your lap are other ways that these wonderful furries have to show their affection towards those they consider to be their family.
Of course, if you want me to do them, all you have to do is take care of them as they deserve, with respect and affection.
Good morning, I have a cat that I love very much, I don't know how he injured himself and dislocated his elbow, I took him to the vet and he "fixed it" but he is limping a lot. It's the right front leg, what can I do?
Hello Judith.
I'm sorry your cat is bad, but you should know that fractures, dislocations and so on take a long time to heal.
You have to be patient. I can only advise you that (I am not a veterinarian).
Much encouragement.
Hello, today we adapt a two-month-old puppy, we brought him home but he does not allow himself to be caught easily, the children have not been able to play with him, he does not want to eat, what can I do to gain his trust?
Hey.
You have to be patient 🙂. Invite him to play each day, showing him a rope or a toy. Give him wet food (cans) from time to time, so that he will soon see you as what you are, the person who takes care of him.
En this article You have more information.
Congratulations on that adoption.