So here's why cats lie on their backs when they see you what loves to snuggle, does the weirdest things, and has just a touch of attitude? My ex? ... Nahh. We're talkin' about cats here! Well cats have been domesticated pets since the time of Cleopatra. There's still alot about them that remains a mystery. Like when they just roll over as you approach them.
What's up with that? Keep watching to find out all about that and more! Before we let the cat out of the bag, Hit that subscribe button and ring that little bell to join us on the bright side when you come home after a long day at work, seeing your adorable feline friend as soon as you walk through the door is the best feeling ever. Unless they're hiding, and its not uncommon for them to greet you, belly first! when cats lie on their back, and expose their bellies It's their way of saying "HEYY!" this is especially common in kittens they are excited to see you and hoping to get some attention with treats, pets, and of course a gentle belly rub But, a friendly "hello, human" isn't the only message a cat sends when it shows you its' cute furry little belly Exposing its' stomach puts a cat in the most vulnerable position.
That means if they lie on their back while next to you, they are showing their utmost trust in you. they don't need to worry about their safety when you're around and they are incredibly comftorable with you.
Wow, what an honor! Well most of the time lying on their backs is a sign of trust it doesn't always mean they want a belly rub. be careful not to invade your cat's space unless you know they love belly rubs and like to be touched look for other clues, like their ears and tail if the tail is moving back and forth, and their ears are set back this means they would rather be left alone! Feisty kitty! But, we are talking about cats, here.
So there are plenty of other things they do that just have you scratching your head in confusion!? Here are some more strange cat behaviors explained. Starting with, #1... Rubbing its' head on you. When a cat weaves through your legs, and rubs its' head on you, isn't it just the cutest thing ever? But why do they do it? This behavior is actually called bunting, and it involves a release of pheromones from the cat's head Basically, it's as if they're leaving their scent on you, to make sure other cats know that you belong to them! Awww, they're so proud to call you theirs.
Or, they're just making sure you understand crystal clear who owns whom in this household. #2...kneading have you ever been snuggling with your kitty when they start pressing their little paws into you over and over again when cats do this sort of bread kneading motion it's actually left over from their kitten days, when they used to nurse you see, nursing kittens instinctively know to press their paws into their mommy's belly to help get the milk flowing, which means dinner time!
But even after they grow up and stop nursing, this behavior sticks around, and it means that your cat is happy and comfortable. They also do it as a way to relieve stress, since this is a very calming ritual they innately know how to do. If your cat does this often it means they feel comfortable and protected by you, as if you were their mom #3...blinking at you slowly
