Raising a cat is a warm and exploratory journey. Cats may not be as enthusiastic and direct as dogs, but they have their own unique ways to express intimacy and trust. Next, I will take you to interpret these little actions of cats and see if your cat has regarded you as its dearest family. For those shovelers who have not yet been "recognized" by cats, I will also provide some countermeasures to enhance their feelings.
1. Rub your head with your head
When a cat rubs you gently with his head, this is a way for them to express closeness and trust, and thinks you are safe and will not pose a threat to it. The cat's head and armpits have glands that convey odor. When rubbing it with its head, it also wants to mark the odor on you, in order to prove that you are its person.
Unmature Solution:
If your cat has not done this, you can pay more attention to the head and neck when touching it, so that the cat can get used to it and feel comfortable.
2. Stepping on you with milk
Stepping on you is a behavior of a cat when she was a child. If adult cats do this on you, it means that they feel maternal love in you, so the behavior that stimulates the cat's instinctive behavior will make the cat feel very relaxed and satisfied.
Unmature Solution:
If cats do not do this often, try to imitate the female cat's licking movements and gently stroke the cat's breasts and abdomen to stimulate their instinct to step on their breasts.
3. Will follow you
If cats follow wherever you go, it means they have a strong dependence on you.
Unmature solutions:
Add interactive games with cats, such as using toys such as cat sticks to attract cats' attention and let them get used to following your rhythm.
4. The behavior of peeking at you in the bathroom and taking a bath
The cat's peeking behavior comes from their concern for your safety. After all, cats are born to be afraid of water, and they think taking a bath is a very dangerous thing, so when the shoveler goes to take a shower, the cat will show concern and often squat at the door to protect you.
Unmature Solution:
You can interact with your cat before taking a bath to make them feel at ease. When taking a bath, you can leave a small gap so that the cat can see you and reduce their anxiety.
5. Like to be touched by you
Like to be touched by you is a sign of the trust of cats. Generally, cats who just come home will be more resistant. After getting familiar with it, they will pose in any posture for people to touch, such as exposing their belly, which means that the cat recognizes you very much.
Solution to under-ripening:
If cats are more resistant to this, they can start by touching the place they like, chin and behind their ears, and gradually increase the time and range of touching.
Countermeasures for cats not familiar with each other:
Respect cats' personality and do not force them to interact.
Increase interaction time, such as playing with the cat regularly every day.
Use your cat's favorite snacks or toys as a reward to encourage them to get close to you.
Stay patient and cats may take time to adapt and build trust. These behaviors of cats are their way of expressing their love to us. If your cat has already performed these things, then congratulations, you have gained their trust. Don't be discouraged for those shovelers who are still waiting. Follow the above countermeasures and take your time, I believe that your cat will eventually open your heart to you.