I know full well that not everyone loves cats. Maybe they have scary eyes. Maybe you hate the fur. I am sorry. But below are the reasons why some adore them. And you may as well reconsider getting a cute 🐈 too after reading this.
So Hello to my moggie lovers! yesterday was International Cat Day, giving feline owners the chance to celebrate their furry friends.
In celebration of the cute pets, the reasons behind the oddest kitty behaviour - like kneading and head-butting - that most cat owners know and love are explained with photos carefully selected to aid your understanding.
Cats are territorial and can lick you as a sign of ownership
Licking helps animals to mark their territory, so your cat could be licking you to let others know you are their property.
This stems back to the way mother cats lick their kittens at birth.
Stress could also be to blame, as licking is soothing for cats, so they could be displaying this habit as a coping mechanism when they're feeling under pressure.
Of course you could just a have a bit of food on your hand too...
Why does my cat dribble?
Cats can drool for a number of reasons, but it's particularly common when they're feeling relaxed while being petted. It might also be a sign of anxiety or excitement.
If your cat is continuously drooling, and is aged 12 or above, you should go and see your vet as it could be a sign of oral cancer.
Why does my cat keep being sick?
As cats' bodies are horizontal, rather than vertical, their food technically goes sideways rather than downwards.
This means that if they eat too quickly, it's not uncommon for them to vomit.
Other possible causes are fur balls, infection, dietary problems or worms.
Why does my cat keep meowing?
Your cat will meow for any number of reasons, so it's no wonder you might feel like they're doing it all the time.
They could be feeling hungry, stressed, in need of attention or a female cat may be in heat.
Older cats can become confused which can lead to excessive meowing.
A 'headbutt' is generally a sign of affection
Why does my cat headbutt me?
You're probably familiar with your cat greeting you each morning with a 'head-butt', but this behaviour is actually known as bunting.
It's a friendly gesture that they use to bond and comfort.
And it is also because they have scent glands on their heads and is another way of marking you and declaring ownership.
Why does my cat bring in mice?
It's never nice to be confronted with a dead mouse on the kitchen floor, but cats do have their reasons for bringing you these gory gifts.
In the wild, they teach their young how to eat food by bringing home injured prey.
Perhaps they think of us humans as inexperienced hunters and want to teach us how, for their own survival.
Why does my cat chew everything?
If you notice your cat chewing a lot, it's likely they're just feeling bored or they enjoy the texture.
However, it could also be a sign that there's something missing from their diet, they have a loose tooth or they're feeling stressed.
In some cases, dental disease or mouth sores could be cause.
News credit #TheSun
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