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By Grace Sargent on November 1, 2022
Who doesn’t love a cute, furry, soft creature that clings to you from time to time? Cats are known to be loyal pets and express care and love for their owners. Cats are usually kept as pets due to their calm nature.
Apart from that, they also like to play and sleep. So if you’re a cat parent, you probably see your baby feline playing or sleeping on the couch or in their hammock most of the time. However, cats can also show different traits and behaviors that sometimes make you wonder what that means. In fact, most cat parents would dream of having a cat decoder so they can understand what their pet is trying to impress.
If you are planning to adopt a pet cat soon or if you already have one, here are the ten things to know to decode your cat’s behavior.
When they bring you toys or dead animals
Cats love to hunt. It’s one of their innate behaviors. Do cats kill cockroaches, rats and snakes? Yes, because they consider them as prey, alongside lizards, small rodents and birds.
When your cat brings you a toy or a dead animal, such behavior indicates:
- That you are considered a member of their pack
- They want to make sure you’re well fed
- They want to reciprocate to feed them
- Give you their prey for storage
Lick
Have you ever wondered why mother cats lick their kittens? Besides caring for them, it also means showing affection and a special bond. When your cat licks you, it also means the same thing. Your cat wants to create that special bond with you and express affection.
Cats are also known for their grooming habits. When a cat licks itself, it only means that it cleans itself. Therefore, you won’t have to worry about grooming habits the way you do with dogs.
Purr
If you’re a first-time cat owner, you might find purring scary. The sound can sometimes give the impression that your cat is ready to attack. However, cats purr for many reasons, such as:
- When they are relaxed and calm
- To calm down, especially in case of injury or stress
- To express that they want something
- Socialize with other cats
- To signal vibrations to their kittens and guide them to their pacifier
singing
People who have never had a pet cat may not even know that cats can “chirp.” But cat lovers know this all too well. In addition to meowing or purring, cats can sometimes chirp. You will notice this when:
- They are ready to hunt and are already watching their prey, especially when the chirping is accompanied by a quivering tail and dilated pupils.
- They are delighted to see someone.
Exposing her belly
When your cat suddenly lies down and shows you its belly, it indicates confidence and comfort. It’s an expression that means he feels safe and secure. However, note that this is not an indication that they want to rub their belly. They might even bite or scratch if you try to. So be careful whenever you try to stroke your cat.
wagging their tails
Dogs wag their tails due to excitement and happiness. But be careful with cats because when they do, it means they have identified a threat. You’ll know when your cat is already bored, frustrated, or pissed off when it wags its tail. This means you have to let them go and stop what you’re doing, otherwise they might pounce on you or bite you.
Take a nap
Generally, cats love to sleep. And they do this to conserve energy and prepare to hunt. Although domestic cats no longer hunt in the fields, they still take a lot of naps as it is part of their natural behavior. Keep in mind that cats also prefer to nap in warm places outdoors or on warm surfaces like your body.
Knock things over
Well, that usually happens when you have a cat at home. Because cats are curious creatures, they like to touch and try to knock things over and observe what happens when they do. It just means your cat is curious. Obviously, that’s why we have the saying “curiosity killed the cat”.
scratch
Cats love to scratch. This includes scratch your furniture, sofa and carpet. This could be a huge problem if you don’t know how to protect your home from pets. But such behavior is hardwired into a cat’s system and could mean a lot of things, such as:
- Maintain your claws
- Mark their territorial ownership
- Release pent up energy
- Want to feel good
Conclusion
Indeed, cats are one of the most lovable and sought after pets due to their calm, loving and independent nature. However, amid its good nature, there are some things your cat does that might irritate you when you don’t know what it means.
Therefore, decoding your cat’s behavior and understanding why it does what it does would help build a better and deeper relationship with your furry feline friend. Considering the things mentioned above will allow you to become a better parent for your cat.
About the Author:
Grace Sargent is an animal expert known for her enthusiasm for studying animal behavior and temperaments. She has won numerous awards for her recent study on cats. She is writing a book about pets and will soon be published nationwide.
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