16 Ways to Tell Your Cat 'I Love You' so They Can Understand

Sometimes you just want your cat to know how much you love them. Luckily, there are some easy ways of sharing your emotions with your feline companion.
In this video, you will learn 16 surprising ways to say ‘I love you’ in cat language.
Blink slowly and gaze lovingly into their eyes
Slowly blinking your eyes at your cat is akin to the human kiss. Cats show affection by looking at someone and slowly closing their eyes and opening them again. Get to eye level with your cat and do the same thing. Meet their gaze and blink back. They will know you love them too. Animal experts use this technique to calm fearful cats.
Let them rub on you
We might think of cats as less in need of affection when compared to dogs, but this isn't true. Cats love their owners and they thrive off human affection.
When your cat rubs against you, it is a true sign that you are their person. Cats have scent glands in their cheeks and head. When they rub against you, they are claiming you as their own by leaving their scent on you. If your kitty shows this kind of affection, you are truly family. Show them the same affection by leaning into them and don’t move away as they are wandering in and around your legs.
If you would like to initiate the affection, reach your finger out toward their nose and let them rub their cheeks along your hand. They will know that this is a sign of acceptance and love.
Don’t force them to interact with you
Cats are independent creatures. They don’t like to be smothered with affection and they need some personal space every now and then. Make sure you provide them all the personal space they want. Likewise, provide your cat with a place where they can hide, be alone, and feel comfy and secure.
Groom them
Cats are extremely clean animals and they devote a large portion of their day for self-grooming.
Not only does the brush feel good like an all-over massage, it keeps the fur mat-free and the skin clean. Grooming your cat also reduces hair balls, and serves as a bonding session between you and your feline companion.
Some cats even get excited when they see their owners pick up the brush!
In the wild, cats who share a home groom each other as a sign of affection and bonding.
Several Beds
Cats love sleeping. Providing places to sleep lets your cat know that you care about their comfort and happiness. Having a few beds in different places will let your cat know that your space is her space.
Serve up something delicious
Take the time to prepare some exquisite homemade food for your feline companion as a nice surprise.
Cats are obligate carnivores. You can feed your cat beef, chicken, turkey and fish, as long as they are served without any seasonings like sauces, garlic or onions. These spices are harmful for your cat.
Most vets warn against raw meat from the grocery store because of the risk of salmonella or other bacterial contamination. Make sure the meat is cooked well enough so that all the possible bacteria and viruses on it are killed.
Feeding and love go together hand-in-hand when it comes to showing your cat you love them.
Be a keen observer of their behavior
Did you know that many cats don't like to be kissed or hugged? And that they don’t like dog visitors? And sometimes they're not excited to meet your friends’ unpredictable kids?
Your feline companion can express a lot through their body language if you know what to look for.
Feline body language can be subtle-something as small as an eye-blink can indicate contentment, while a lowered tail might signal irritation.
By understanding how cats communicate, you can help prevent stress and make them feel at ease. This will build your loving relationship and increase their trust for you. Cats can’t tell us how they are feeling, so it is up to us to watch and protect them.
When you’re their protector, you can be sure that your cat will be feeling all the love.
Pet them the way they prefer to be pet
The same way humans love a good massage so does a cat. Petting your cat from head to tail not only feels good, but it can also lower blood pressure in your pet.
Always pay attention so that you can learn what your cat likes best. Do they like more pressure at the base of their tail? Maybe they prefer to be rubbed under the cheeks.
In general, most cats prefer being touched around the regions where their facial scent glands are located. This includes the base of their ears, under their chin, and around their cheeks. This kind of petting mimics the kind of grooming cats do by licking one another. A study published in 2015 in the journal of Applied Animal Behavior Science found that cats show more positive behavioral responses-like purring or kneading-when they are pet between the eyes and ears.
An added benefit of the all-over massage is that you can detect some of the health problems your cat may have. You will be able to find matted fur or any lump, bumps, or sores that may need attention.

[@jessehutchings]

The eye contact and blinking thing should not be under estimated. 10 years ago or so this is how our rescued cat who was very defensive and fearful learned to trust me. I would be sitting outside and she would walk up and look at me. I simply returned her look and spoke softly to her and she became curious, jumped up on the bench with me and stepped onto my lap inviting me to pet her. After a while, she started wandering into my room and doing the same thing on my bed and we became cuddle buddies. I became her most trusted person in the house by using non verbal cues and always ensuring that I had her permission to pet her

[@naturenaturalsounds8822]

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[@david9783]

We call that 'giving lovey eyes'. I do that with all my cats and they do so in return!

[@sheldoncedwardthibault3599]

I still do the eye blinking thing too!

[@glenisnichols7335]

I constantly talk to my cats, and did to Charlie too. I think that was one of the reasons he loved me

[@shrishri5029]

Yes, it works like a charm. I was visiting family some time ago and they had adopted a cat while I was gone. This cat was absolutely terrified of me. But when I got close and did the slow blinking, she hesitantly returned it. From that point on, we became good friends. My family was shocked to see her on my lap the next day.

[@joeschmo622]

I tried grooming my cats, but it took hours to get all the hair off my tongue.

[@dmotta2811]

Eew 😂

[@michellehughes576]

Lol

[@GrannyLinn]

😂😂😂

[@humayrakabir3693]

Lmao-

[@adammarshall1994]

I respect the commitment lol

[@bigc2076]

I love my cat so much. Next to my wife she is the lady of my life. Use to be a dog person until i realized how lovey and loyal a cat can be if you treat them well. My cat is 9 and not the baby kitten who followed me home anymore but I am proud to give her the love she deserves.

[@jasmine.zima7777]

0:17 blinking slowly 1:22 don’t force them to interact with you 2:27 several beds 2:55 serve something delicious 3:58 vocal cues 4:19 get them a cardboard box 4:47 don’t let them sleep all day 5:40 pet them the way they prefer 6:42 watch them 7:29 let them sniff u and lick u 8:00 healthy food and treats 8:24 spend time with them Yw :)

[@yyhhttcccyyhhttccc6694]

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[@jasmine.zima7777]

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[@yyhhttcccyyhhttccc6694]

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[@masterofmeow]

U also forgot let them rub on u

[@Hello-ru4yt]

@@jasmine.zima7777 what? How are they not a nice person?

[@PhoenixRising251]

My cats are the kids I'll never have. Every single day it's such a joy to see sweet furry faces.

[@ogeegonesoon8549]

My cats are the kids that stayed true to their mommy. My hooman kids didn't.

[@YourLocalMartletFan810]

Maybe you could get a rescue one? Wait we’re getting a rescue one don’t take the one we’re getting please

[@PhoenixRising251]

@juan abee Oh so your food is brought in on a Tesla semi right?! 😄😆😅🤣😂 I prefer seeing black coal roll from a pair of chrome chimneys blotting out the sun while hearing the symphony of a big Caterpillar or Cummins under the hood! 😁😎 All the while the driver's pet kitty is laid across the dashboard flipping his tail and chill'n knowing he's living his best life. 😺😸😹

[@ogeegonesoon8549]

@juan abee the black plague is on the rise , last time the idiots killed off the cats and dogs the rat population rose and killed off millions of people. The vole population in my back yard was controlled by my cats , in my house years ago I saw my cat catch kill and skin inside out a rat in my kitchen in less than three minutes. The fact that people don't do the bob Barker treatment is the problem, not only cats else ware but also wild dogs What does a cat provide sanity companionship, love ,something you are incapable of . I remember that Australia was originally a penal colony it may explain it All

[@cathyschmid9312]

Me too!

[@mariankeller5852]

I've bonded completely with my Siamese. He follows me everywhere..he sleeps with me..he grooms me..licking my arms and hands ...he gazes at my face with pure kitty love.. there is no question we love each other 😻😸😽

[@jaya.0069]

My Siamese is the same way, he's 12 years old now and seems to get more loving as he ages.

[@LuckiestStarByFar]

Siamese cats are amazing- so loving. ❤

[@mariankeller5852]

@@jaya.0069 my cat is 12 years old too..his name is Enki...when he's disgusted with us he shuns us.. And when he wants food clean water or litter changed he roars like a lion and runs through the house..he sat on my crossword puzzle and when I leaned forward and ordered him off the paper he lifted a paw and slapped me...No question whose boss and whose minion..😺🙀😿

[@ellensteele1743]

We have a siamese rescue cat. She does the same thing with me. As I write this reply she's laying with me.

[@YourLocalMartletFan810]

Please don’t marry your cat-

[@Bryan198026]

I meow back-and-forth with my cat all the time. That’s one of our favorite pastimes.

[@harrisfrankou2368]

😻

[@Mikevdog]

🐱

[@morganwhite2176]

Bloody hell! I LOVE cats and made a lovely home for a stray, but my gosh this pussycat is running my life and I have such a soft spot that there are no boundaries on my love for her. It's crazy, I wouldn't change it for the world but when you love them so much its like having a baby... whilst those around you roll their eyes. 'Its just a cat' I hear a lot, but in the end they are more than that, they are family members xx

[@z0nra]

This was extremely reassuring because I already do most of this stuff. I love my kitty so much, and I always hope she knows she is loved, and now that she's getting older, I keep hoping I've given her a comfortable life full of love.

[@tracegsts]

I’m sure she appreciates you!

[@jaya.0069]

She knows she's loved!

[@david9783]

Of course she knows, and she loves you very much. It's a bit hard to see your cat grow old. We lost our darling after 17 years of loving her, and having her love returned to us. I miss her terribly.

[@deborahmosesd.d.s.8660]

You are a wonderful cat momma ♥️

[@tobaccorich]

I like you

[@chonchoco]

one of my sweet memory years ago is that I blinked slowly to my cat, so slowly....and when I opened up my eyes he was in the middle of blinking and slowly opened up his eyes to me ^^

[@JeeperZJ]

We just put our cat down 2 days ago, and it really hurts, mostly because it was a really sudden and unexpected event. It may seem weird, but videos like this really help, because I watch it and I know that she knew we loved her, because we literally did ALL these things. Every. Single. One. When we said goodbye, we were telling her how much we loved her vocally, but we were also using body language to tell her we loved her as well, and this video just reinforces the fact that i know, we know, that she knew that we loved her with everything we had. Thank you for making this.

[@sugarkitti3051]

I'm so sorry for your loss. All cats 🐈 go to heaven.

[@jenniferderr4682]

Sorry for your loss!! They know that we love them; I'm sure your kitty definitely knew they were loved!! I hope you're feeling better!! ❤

[@keithsavagelives]

Sorry to hear that, my sincere condolences.

[@leosunrising]

I’m soo sorry for you. I can’t imagine my life without my cat and when he gets I’ll someday, I may have to do the same, for his benefit. You did the right thing, I hope it’s a long way off for my 12 yr old boy, Leo. Thanks for sharing your experience.

[@Gremlinoooooo]

I actually just watch these to see how good I take care of my cat and if I do something wrong I try to fix it anything for my cats

[@paulmartos7730]

I've lived with cats for most of my adult life. The slow blink is very powerful. I once met a stray cat in a steel mill that looked spooked when I glanced at it. I gazed into its eyes and blinked slowly and it sat down and blinked back.

[@aaronwise1089]

My 2 cats sleep wherever they want, they are pampered with love and affection from me

[@kerrymccarthy4226]

I wondered if my cat would yawn after seeing me yawn like people do ....so I made eye contact / soft blinking eyes for several minutes then I yawned. And he yawned too!! Perfect timing: we took a nap together 😻

[@zackeroniboy1]

The part about how dog walks and cat play are equally as important was my favorite part, some people don’t realize cats crave you to speak to them and interact

[@ChesireCat72]

Absolutely. We have three cats and no matter what whenever we are by them even if they are lounging we will at the very least say their name lovingly. They get plenty of attention both verbally and physically. If just feels natural to pet them and a knowledge them.

[@ajaxlewis7664]

I love cats. When my Nana and family friend died I was struggling but when my Polyanna died in the same year that was it. I became extremely bitter. I was working everyday, waking up at ridiculous hours, and only had time for a few pats on the head before I left for work, always in a rush. I knew her time was nearing. If it wasn't for work and stress I could have had more quality time towards the end. I love you Pollyanna, you saw me grow into an adult. I'd just love one more hug. xxx

[@dianeharrison4975]

So sorry I know your pain 😰

[@arielle773]

She loved and adored the time you had to give her, I can promise you she was happy and felt your love, even though at the time you may not have noticed it ~hugs~

[@glenisnichols7335]

As I grew older I had less time with Charlie and I had a baby and finally marriage. But I had had many years when I spent my home days loving him. Charlie I would love to have you here today 💗

[@annazeman8521]

There are many cats and kittens in shelters who need and deserve someone to love them. Humans live longer than cats. We cannot "replace" a cat when her/his time comes. But we can do something generous and kind for another cat or kitten.

[@mandia469]

I love my cat. She licks my nose, gives me kisses sometimes when I want one. Follows me around a lot, play bites my ankles while I walk around, sleeps beside me, walks all over me to get from one side of the bed to the other....and the whole nine yard! I love her!!

[@TitaniumTronic]

Wat, my cat biting my ankles is a sign of love????

[@isthatajojoreference2385]

@@TitaniumTronic if they start stealing your kidneys, that’s when you know you’re their favorite person

[@jc.1191]

My kitty is polite and jumps over me to get to the other side of the bed.

[@missfriedrice]

If I could get one wish in the whole world I’d choose to talk to animals. I want my kitty to know how much I love him so much

[@davidgordon702]

You don’t necessarily have to show your love for your kitties in words. As I have two cats who are both about eleven years old, they know that I love them, and I know that they love me. I am sure that your cat(s) know that you love them, words are not needed for you to express your true love 💗

[@russv4753]

All these ways to show love to your cats my parents and I already do. We have 6 cats one mama and 5 kittens. It's never a dull moment! Love the little beasties

[@emmsmom1848]

Cats are wonderful. We grew up always having dogs ( which I adore ) but we found a stray at work and had him 19 wonderful years and we got another kitten about a year later and we just lost her at almost 15 years of age. We still have our other rescue and he’s 13 and my daughter’s kitty came to live with us because she’s going to be doing a couple of years as a traveling nurse. We’re happy to have her with us. They bring lots of joy and make us laugh every day. They’re very spoiled and indoor only and I think that’s one reason they live a nice long age. Never long enough though 💗

[@aidavalles6464]

. I'm use

[@Harper773]

True

[@sealyoness]

I'm sorry your kitty had to leave. I'm reminded of Jesus' advice about the body being a temple. If cared for, it lasts a long time, but care is not enough. There comes a time when it no longer can house the spirit. (I've had to relinquish 3 older ladies since 2020, it always hurts). Adopting a prr-baby after the last one journeyed on helped. She came to me with 5 little surprises! It was kittenland for a while, but also therapeutic. I still have mommy and her girls; all uniquely different. The first-born is a barbarian princess loudly complained at birth, is but easily the most creative/destructive/fearlessly funny, able to change settings just tromping on the keyboard. Stalked a very bewildered wild turkey hen once. All 3 can be SO comforting, all have their personal method of greeting me. Oh the cat stories we could all tell, right?

[@SnakePlisskin.]

Cats are amazing ive had a few love thm all..

[@ChairmanMeow1]

The slow blinking works especially on scared cats, I truly believe this from experience.

[@fonzo7589]

i have a chonker female cat who just LOOOVES me. as soon as our eyes met when she was a tiny kitten, we were just like “ok we’re best friends now.” and she loves me so much she lets me rub her belly whenever. she’s so cuddly and she always warms me because she’s a chonk and lots of soft fur

[@seemapagey]

I am with my cat for last 11 years. I know many things it tries to tell me. Not only love but it shows displeasure when I left her at pet care. I have seen her very weak despite all care when I have to go out for some days. And when I return, it wants to eat like mad. And it also wants me to sit next to her when eating. It really feels protected when I am present. I am so happy that they have same love, not dependency.

[@bakaredmaka]

Well I think my cat truly loves me. He licks my hand and nose, rubs his head against me everyday when I come home and he purres even if I don't touch him. I always look at him, slowly blinking like he does it to me and I always rub my head carefully against his especially at his ears and cheeks cuz he really likes it. I love him so much that I could cry everytime cuz my emotions are overwhelming. I had never a bond that strong with another animal. I mean sure, I loved all my pets but my cat is different. He's my cute and chubby baby and I hope that he will have a good life and that he gets old.

[@naturenaturalsounds8822]

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[@mcmlxii4419]

Baka Red ~ I wish you and your precious boy many happy and healthy years together. :)

[@bakaredmaka]

@@mcmlxii4419 Thank you. ^~^

[@jillneeld477]

Don’t force it - They will love on you when they want to ❣️

[@ZEEmtl]

this!!!!! ^

[@bellah8393]

The part about petting your cat’s tummy, especially if they have long hair, is more important than I realized. Years ago, I had a cat that was really mean. I’d gotten her and a sibling as kittens. They were both raised with love and affection. One was timid and sweet. One was ill tempered and mean. This one was named Pickles. I was the only one who could even pet her, which wasn’t often. One day, I noticed she was not acting normal, for her. She was laying on a chair and when she rolled over exposing her belly, even with her thick fur, I could see a couple of “sores”. I got her into the vet and sadly, as it turned out, my baby had cancer. She had lesions all over her belly. They operated and said the cancer had spider webbed inside her and there was nothing they could do. So I made the painful decision to have her put down. She was already under anesthesia when they called and basically just increased the gas until she passed. I feel so guilty about her possibly suffering before I knew, but she never let me pick her up and certainly never let me touch her belly. Just kind of a heads up for others. Great video. I learned a lot.

[@stevemino142]

I have 17 cats and love them all...thanks for sharing this

[@Nicole-qg5gl]

My cat loves to sit next to me whenever I am reading a book, on my phone or playing a video game. He also follow me around in my apartment.

[@madamedemonsieur]

Mine does this too. She’s sitting kneading on me (and my knitting, argh) right now.

[@ThatGirlNamed_Emillie11]

@@madamedemonsieur lol

[@sleepydragonzarinthal3533]

Love these kinds of videos, so many simple things to help a cat feel safe and loved at home. The cat I am fostering is super polite but never shy, like when she wants outside, or any kind of attention, she always comes over to me and gently taps my arm with her paw, then when I acknowledge her, she runs to the thing she wants, wet food, treats, outside, brush. She never uses claws even when I am holding her and something scares her, though sometimes she likes to play too rough, but never in anger. When I first got her she would jump in my lap or on the table and stare at me while she taps the edge of my plate, so I started cooking a little extra without seasoning and put it on the side of my plate so when she comes asking, I can turn the pate with her portion in font of her and nudge it to her and she loves it. The bonding of sharing food rather than just pouring it in a bowl is strong. Hand feeding is good for kittens, a parental gesture, but sharing a plate is better for adult cats to see you as more than just a parent. I worried at first she would think she could have any food on my plate, but being so polite she seems aware of what is for her and what isn't, maybe it is just the seasoning. If your cat still tries to take the food for you off the plate, then just set them their own plate next to yours, so there is a more literal boundary. Walking around the neighborhood with my cat is a lot of fun, she leads me to her favorite spots to hang out, hunt, sleep and makes them feel safer while they explore so they can enjoy it more. Even just having a picnic in your own yard while your cat roams around will make them intensely happy and validated. When I have to go out, my cat knows of course, so I make sure to check in with her, see if she wants some brushing, treats, head scratching, nose to nose. She loves the nose to nose, I make sure to breathe in and out because cats do this when they care about someone, it tells her she is important to me even though I can't always be there. She still gets upset when I get ready, but she is always happy when I get back and doesn't act out. The only time she acts out is when I am home and don't let her outside for reasons she doesn't understand like when it's 100 degrees outside or is about to rain, so I'll get her string toys but sometimes she gets too restless and pouts, so I just carry her to her bed by a window, crack it open for her and sing a song. Cats can't understand human communication as well as we understand them, letting them know you understand them at all does wonders for their mental health. It's the extra step of acknowledging them on their terms that makes all the difference.

[@gailsanchez8213]

My cat is my good friend. I am now retired and am at home with her. We go on each with our routines but have cuddles and play various times during the day. She gives me so much love and company, I would be lost without her.

[@tamrac1694]

Awe. Hey and thank you for fostering these beautiful creatures bc your saving lives! MY cat only loves me lol. I wished she would be not so bitchy but she's my fur baby and my my best friend.

[@Echoficated]

I'm not reading all that.

[@msivizio2707]

@@Echoficated But you could take the time to comment that you won't read all of it...

[@angelaseremet]

So true

[@darrinwebber4077]

When I grabbed my cats and hugged them and squeezed them and petted them and called them George... They knew I loved them. And purred very happily.

[@Itsjakemythic]

Don't squeeze them, it's bad

[@couragedearheart2951]

Hahaha!! Love that allusion!! The good ol’ days!!

[@souperstar7050]

Sounds like you got your ideas for how to treat a cat from a Loony Tunes cartoon. Seriously, there is a Looney Tunes cartoon that says exactly that.

[@Anne-pv9cb]

I'm going to check back to see how many more people don't understand this.

[@VaultPieter]

I love my cat. Known him since he was 1 day old. His mother couldn't produce enough milk, so I fed him milk every day. and he and his siblings were kinda weak, so it was a surprise every day to see if they were still alive. (This was at a animal shelter where I was a intern at the time). Around my last few days there, the owner said I could keep him, so I took him home. He is now 5 years old and never leaves my side. He is my little companion! Love him!

[@elizabethoneill8612]

Cats are the coolest animals ever!😽😘🥰😍💞❣️💕❤️🐱

[@gumby7468]

Never heard of ‘the blink’ but they have all of these amenities. I cook more meals for my furbabies than my family ha ha. They def know they’re loved & treated well. I have 3 dogs & 3 cats, that all get along well but such obvious different behaviors. Dogs are far more social & needy. ♥️ Thanks for the info!

[@The_InfantMalePollockFrancis]

Don't call them furbabies. You sound like a dog owner.

[@sciencenotstigma9534]

If your family doesn’t like plain lamb and rice, that’s their problem! 😂😻😸

[@NorkDorf]

Whoever's reading this, I pray that whatever you're going through gets better and whatever you're struggling with or worrying about is going to be fine and that everyone has a fantastic day!

[@kelf114]

Many happy blessings to you.

[@user-dq2ly5ut9j]

Man what a diss funny as hell bro.lol

[@Rennisfun]

Thank you so much,and the same goes to you

[@bratzxrose]

Much needed❤

[@alangray9117]

Thank you ❤

[@normanandrade3358]

I too have a cat which is very adorable, he is like a family member. He loves being patted, if you ignore him he shows his attention by pushing his head against our hands inviting to pat him. He loves giving thanks to his meal before i can serve him i mean he literally puts his face straight on to the pet food adores it 2-3 times and goes straight to his bowl of food to be served. He is disciplined he climbs up on the dining table but never comes close to meal laid though I don't make it a habit i gently ask him to get off the table. He loves observing his surroundings by climbing up on heights. He is very curious about strangers e. g plumbers or electricians he won't move until they have left the place in one way showing that "I am there I care for your safety ". I love him immensely.

[@mikaylawoiwor1322]

Omg!! My boyfriends always think I'm being dramatic and crazy for all of these things I do for my cat but now I have proof to show them these are a real thing!! 😂😂

[@Miss_Kristen]

i have 12 cats and this helps me bond with all of them!

[@iainballas]

"Hey can you do a social activity?" "Sorry, have to nap my cat. She gets anxious if I don't." This is my new go-to excuse.

[@leosunrising]

My senior cat is going thru round 2 with diabetes. He just came out of remission. I love him soo much and I show him all the love I’ve ever had throughout my whole life which I stored up for him and only him. Can’t think of life without him.

[@hayleyharris7237]

My cat always snuggles with me at night before I fall asleep

[@franksworld9922]

My cats are my world. I try to show them love and give them as much space as they need. They get all the foods and toys to keep them healthy and happy.

[@mrimmortal1579]

I have a cat (part of a brother-sister pair that we adopted as kittens), who had always been kind of anti-social. She never wanted to be touched or loved on, and would most usually move away if you tried to approach her. One day, while visiting a friend, our friend introduced us to one of her cats, and told us that her cat liked “butt pats” (gently patting the spot directly in front of the tail). Upon returning home, I decided to try “butt pats” on our little antisocial kitty. She LOVED it!! Now she is learning to be more affectionate. She spends more time coming close to us, letting us pet her, and being more comfortable in our presence. She has even recently decided that it’s safe to climb onto my lap! I still have to be careful to pick up on her cues, and to not get too greedy with my petting (she’s ok with one hand at a time, but two-handed touching still freaks her out. Lol) Every cat is different, and each has their own unique and individual personality.

[@catkeys6911]

I lived around cats all my life, and I have one potentially controversial thing to add: Cats actually *like* having the tails pulled - but only do it gently, DO NOT YANK it. Their tails are basically extensions of their spine, and I think a little traction feels good to them the same way it does to someone getting traction applied by a chiropractor. Being a horizontal animal, I think cats spines can get a little weary from the one-sided stress of their weight hanging down from the that top horizontal flexible column. I think their discs can get a little pinched from the stress, and a little gentle pull on the tail makes the vertebrae stretch just a bit and relieve the discs a little. My cat seems to like it, and it gives me an excuse to tease the silly fuzzy thing- because, even though it's only helping-not hurting, I think he still finds it a bit undignified.

[@RandomRandomnessKCMO]

Yup, I have a cat who LOVES having his tail pulled just enough to pick his feet up. When I get home he runs to me and demands his tail pulls ….

[@djo-dji6018]

One of our cats (a female) loves it when I pull her tail, and I sometimes do it fairly energetically.

[@loskrem]

I'm gonna try this on my cat when I get home in an hour

[@Turbogto_guy]

I’m glad to know that it’s a good thing when I pick mine up by her tail and sometimes twirl her around in circles by her tail. The noises she makes I guess are for enjoyment then. Thx! Just kidding! Lol

[@mrimmortal1579]

Some cats like this, some cats don’t. I had a cat who loved to play “got your tail!”. I have another cat for whom “got your tail!” is a one-way ticket to Bitesville. As with anything cat-related, pay close attention to their reactions, and avoid doing it if they indicate that they don’t like it.

[@julialaw6471]

My cat either snuggles up with me wherever I am or loves an empty beer box 😅!

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[@wsfwsf1497]

That's the only reason I drink beer. For my cats of course.

[@julialaw6471]

@@wsfwsf1497 😅😅👍👍

[@evy4755]

I have a tuxedo cat named Grayson. He was a stray kitten across the street from me. I fell in love w/ him then & of course started to feed it on my porch. He was very timid at first but eventually we are now best buddies & he now owns me. I love him so much. He is very sweet & affectionate towards me also.

[@Beth9228]

I had a cat that really loved me. He had a very special bond with me for a little bit over 12 years. When I was a kid that my family never had a cat tree for our cats. That one cat did lay in these 2 little box shaped tables. Even being so sweet and friendly cat. He loved his belly rubbed. He purred very loudly without touchy him. He never did lick me.

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[@PozzaPizz]

Cute story!

[@glenisnichols7335]

That sounds so much like my darling Charlie. I have had many cats and loved them all, but the special connection between me and this one particular cat 🐈 lasted from mid childhood (mine) to young adulthood. I still think of him as my special friend.

[@jeupelissa751]

My cat was a kisser, and he kissed me with his nose,too.

[@glenisnichols7335]

@@jeupelissa751 my cat 🐈 Silver kisses me with licks

[@motownbiker92]

For those cat owners out there, that want to bathe their furry buddy without the stress 😾and mess. I found that using a damp warm face cloth is the best way to keep everyone healthy and happy😸

[@ThisIsDumb.]

my cat is not a furry...

[@motownbiker92]

@@ThisIsDumb. it would also work for cats with out fur as well.

[@ThisIsDumb.]

@@motownbiker92 no I thought u meant furry humans😭

[@mayamichelle6741]

Yep! That's what I used. Dipped in a warm solution 1-10 ACV-water.

[@christopherwallace8000]

@@ThisIsDumb. sure you did, ur special

[@someoneout-there2165]

Awwww.. the blinking thing is so cute. 🥰

[@bigdawg3879]

I gutted an old dresser of mine, flipped it on the side(long six drawer dresser). Padded the entire inside ,took their fav blankets and layered it inside over padding. Then I decorated They have two working light switches, three levels because I did he same with the matching end table to the dresser.(gutted but left it in normal position and attached it to what would of been the bottom but is now the side of the bigger dresser) they have a mirror hanging on the wall a toy (coat) hanger and I also made each level it's own personal bed. Put up some hooks for curtains and poof kitty condo!!! It was fun to see how each kitten loves their own parts. I can't wait to do a bigger one for my babies.

[@bigdawg3879]

Oh almost forgot!!! They each have their very own diff Elvis pic hanging that's also accompanied by cat nip. Cute because it looks as if they kiss Elvis every morning lol. Love being a fur baby mama!

[@jaya.0069]

Sounds like a nice kitty condo!

[@bigdawg3879]

@@jaya.0069 They haven't complained lol I'm thinking of regutting it and making it even better. Maybe lol

[@leopardwoman38]

Too bad we can’t see a video or picture of it. Sounds wonderful! 👍👍👍

[@bigdawg3879]

@@leopardwoman38 well rn it's in need of tlc. Babies lost interest when they discovered all the fun things outside lol. Maybe one day I will be able to design them literally their own kitty condo with tons of room that they will hate the outside. Lol. My kitty's are special with lobster paw and what looks like hip dysplasia and they may be mentally delayed because they depend on my for EVERYTHING. Simple stuff they are like men and turn to babies! Lol. I enjoy them tho. Can't see my life without them. They deserve the world and Lord willing I'll give it to them.

[@JAKESPEARE95]

Naw because my cat does all these things and I can’t express how humbled and truly grateful I am that he actually loves me back. 😭

[@kimberlypatton205]

Treat them with respect and let them be how they are. Speak to them and tell them you love them in the same sweet tone every time and they will know it. My cat is super independent and standoffish, but it makes the times she choose to WANT to spend with me even more special… she does come and comfort me when I’m upset , and sits in my lap and gives me kisses.. the most real and honest love I can imagine.

[@Tomatohater64]

You are so right about cats sometimes preferring one flavor of food. My female Siamese went crazy over any fish-flavored cat food. She lived just past 19 years so she had good, healthy taste.

[@specter8107]

Thank you finally my cat loves me

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[@djeulogy]

When you find YOUR cat, it will be different than any other pet you've ever had. I've had several cats and dogs through out my life, but the cat I currently have I feel is a "soulmate" in a sort. I rescued him from my old trailerpark after his sister was hit by a car. The neighbors were feeding them but one day they both just came up onto my porch and jumped into my lap. Since, He's yet to try to run outside ever since, even after moving to an apartment. He's ultra needy(if i'm home, he's usually asleep in my lap). But I feel like i'm a bad cat owner. Cuz i let him go where he wants in this tiny apartment. Except for into the dishwasher, despite his demands.

[@Termoz]

I found this video 1 day after my cat passed away. Both funny and sad at the same time

[@furrybogard9724]

A few things I believe you missed. I've always found giving them a good scratching in the spot just above the tail where it meets the back almost always gets a reaction. They purr like crazy and lift the butt. Scratching spots they can't reach usually works. Also when they begin kneading you, making 'biscuits', and you allow it the eyes do that halfway closed dreamlike gaze and they purr like no tomorrow. And if they start drooling? Forget moving. Stay put and they'll sleep there forever.

[@Itsthelightyouneedtoday]

He said that

[@furrybogard9724]

@@Itsthelightyouneedtoday When? I don't remember hearing it

[@The_InfantMalePollockFrancis]

I don't think you know what scratching that specific spot means to a cat lol

[@furrybogard9724]

@@The_InfantMalePollockFrancis Well, seeing as how I've owned cats for more than 25 years, I'm quite certain I do

[@novakiin3322]

@@furrybogard9724 so youre aware that your stimulating your cat?

[@ricoz2016]

It's reassuring to me that I do these things for my guy. I try to give him 2 play sessions a day, morning and night when his 'zoomies' kick in. I'm gone for 8+ hours but only 2x a week so he is around me a lot. He also has his likes food-wise and is pretty stubborn. I've tried to get him to eat some REALLY good foods and he just won't have it, so we have 2 flavors plus dry which I've just started adding beef broth to soften it. THAT was huge, him eating that. The best thing about being owned by a cat is over the course of their lives they will grow along with us and show more dimensions of their unique personalities. But only if we learn to listen.

[@That-rando-person]

All of this reminds me of my Norwegian forest cat, Kjakan, he’s still alive while commenting this, he’s 8 years old, he’s so sweet and cuddly!!!

[@annabrown7302]

CATS GIVE UNCONDITIONAL LOVE FOREVER ❤️♥️🐈‍⬛🐈🙀😻😾🙏🙏

[@JB-zo7ln]

My cat doesn't like to lick me much, but she loves laying on her back while on my chest (If I'm lying down) and being petted on her belly. I have always noticed her tail movements are slow and shaped like a question mark when she's enjoying the snuggle or if she's not enjoying it as much she will use her tail with more of a harder thud and a whack to tell me to pet better. She loves to be held and petted. I get a lot of meowing at me until I let her curl up with me. I think it's also the warmth she feels from me. But all in all I'd have to say this video pretty much nailed it as far as cat behaviors go. I can see a lot of these things mentioned in my cat and her behaviors.

[@sheldoncedwardthibault3599]

My cat likes it when he climbs upon my fridge and I pick him up and makes airplane noises and puts him back on the floor!

[@d.g.n9392]

We have 2 kitties, and give them lots of attention. Playtime, places to climb and hide. We do many of these suggestions. They have a lot of toys, but something they like is plain tissue paper, the kind you use for wrapping gifts. We get bundles of tissue paper at the dollar store, laying out flat, 8-10 pieces on top of each layer of paper. The cats like to crunchy sounds and rustling of the pieces of paper. As far as when the time comes , we lose them, When they are old and cross the rainbow bridge. It breaks our hearts, but we usually have not waited too long before rescuing - adopting another kitty. Never replacing our lost kitty, but letting us begin to love and heal, start a new life with new kitty. We are seniors, and home all the time too.

[@CeperatedSelf]

Everything I’ve ever learned growing up with my Cat is shown in this video, nuzzle noses guys, let them sniff you to tell them “hey, this is how my day went”, and cuddle them, sleep near them; Cats are like introverts, sometimes they don’t want the affection but you who my near them is enough. I love my cat so much, and it’s a pity people don’t have closer connections to their kitties too.

[@l.salisbury1253]

I needed this. I just lost my beautiful silver tabby who I had for 14 years.

[@krazykatthemotherofallcats3529]

My cats love attention all the time. I'm the one that needs a break once in awhile. They have me almost 24/7. I love my children don't get me wrong. But sometimes personal space would be nice, even if only for 5 mins

[@DeIicateFynn]

I had two wild male kittens but they grew up to be super smart and loving adult cats.. I work in the city but the cats stayed with my parents in the country. I come home about once a week and these cats actually recognize the sound of my car and come running to it. They both jump on the hood to great me. I kinda thought they would forget about me since I'm gone for fives days or more but they are 4 years old and still doing their cute greeting.

[@Lindsay4182]

I had an old cat when I was really young (maybe 5).I remember copying the slow blinks just because. I didn’t know it was a sign of affection. And now I’m in my feels cuz the cat loved me even tho I used to pull his tail and try to hold him all the time as a kid.

[@rebeccarorie313]

I have been very sick lately and I've been in the bed a lot and my cat has came He just sits there and stares at me I think he's worried about me I think he knows I'm not well I know he loves me

[@bellyrubs3283]

He is waiting for you to succumb to your illness so he can eat you.. joke! Ofc he loves you

[@servantofChristMichael]

I hope you get better soon. God bless

[@keepthefaith2655]

Praying for restored health..

[@amystuckey5900]

I promise he knows

[@onlyme6374]

He definitely knows!!! hope you get well soon❤😊

[@debralawrence3582]

I have 2 cats and they sleep on my bed, when I go to bed in evening one of them is waiting for me on the landing and as I get in bed he jumps on the bed, I'm sure it is his favourite time of the day, and the other one may sit on the stairs but gets on the bed shortly afterwards. I find their individual personalities amazing.

[@facetioustimes6211]

No wonder my old man loved me so much, I always showed him these type of correct affection Best cuddle buddy EVER always wanted to sleep on or around me at night usually close to my face 😂

[@GlitchBytes]

My orange boi and me do the slow blink thing and sometimes he sits on my lap and stares at me.

[@GianniJavedzeen]

I love my cat so much, but she's so sassy

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[@Dinoking1526-nh7gw]

Makes sense cats can be sassy and stubborn creatures but that's why I love them like how there's no 2 clouds alike in the sky it's the same with cat personalitys they all have their own personalitys like some are lazy others are hyper some are affectionate others shy and that's just afew of cat personalitys

[@viperdemonz-jenkins]

well cats are the supreme overlords of us humans, they have to be sassy and demanding to keep us in line.

[@HM-mc4eb]

“Give your cat personal space” Lol I’m surprised my cats still like me. We are all up in each other’s business all of the time so I think it is mutual.

[@irinadumitru9088]

Yeah ,I really love when they need their own space as they get inside the coach and stay there for some time!My male cat learnt the same habit from his female companion and I love it!

[@czechmate6916]

Thank you for sharing this with us. So much useful information.

[@user-gf8gj1dp5e]

Adorable kitty 🤗🐈😍

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[@marionbayley1351]

Both of our cats positively hate cardboard boxes but our previous cats loved them!

[@CjpriTuga]

One of my cats is more of a though lady, she doesn't like to cuddle unlike the other cat, but every day when I arrive home she is waiting me by the door and meows, she follows me to the bathroom every morning and stays there with me meowing in a sweet way. but she comes to us whenever she wants cuddles, sits on our lap and starts purring and rub her cheeks on my chin. Every cat is different but they all have feelings and they need to feel loved and protected.

[@herbert9241]

There's a reason cats are domesticated, they naturally have an affinity with people. If you genuinely love cats you're probably doing most of these things already. A couple of instances where cats have bonded with me because I've saved them from peril. A few years ago I was lodging at a farm house, there was a violent thunder storm and the farm cat turned up wailing outside my bedroom door. I let her in, she shot under a chair and started purring loudly. I was definitely 'her human' after that - my landlady was only ever condescended with company for the duration of a bowl feed. More recently, I was walking home, a man was walking his dog and it was going crazy, straining at the leash and barking at something underneath an industrial type dustbin-on-wheels. The old fool somehow found it amusing to impart that he was stood there allowing his dog to terrorise a cat. I sent him on his way and coaxed the cat out with a proffered hand and kissing noises. It was all over me and regularly used to follow me long distances after that. I had to take it back to its yard a few times.

[@tommydixon4871]

Another wonderful video it give me information about my cat and I love my cat very much

[@carloscatarino7890]

Video: "Give your cat personal space" Me, who can never enter the restroom without being shadowed by my two cats: "Yeah, fair enough"

[@vibekes2416]

👍👍👍 I know what you mean 😊🙄🤣🤣

[@landang7906]

Mine don't give me my personal space. They come and sleep on the laptop in front of me as I am typing. I have to clean all the hair afterwards :D

[@ek6522]

I know this is about cats. But this video basically describes me. I think I'm a cat too 😂

[@luceinbattaglia9425]

😂🔝 You look like my father then…He’s lucky enough to live like a noble cat!😂😂😂

[@MsDana-mo9fp]

My tuxedo cat's Love Language is always treats & food!

[@loridomingue9190]

My older female cat gives my head bumps lol. Sometimes a little hard

[@karinarobles8845]

Cats are so cute and really fun and fuzzy 🥰😍🐱

[@relax2dream164]

My cats could recognize the sound of my car entering the parking lot. Everyday as I got out of my car, there they would be, crossing the parking lot to greet me. All 3 of them. So endearing. I can’t have pets now due to building rules and I miss them so much. 😢

[@MIA-zc2tx]

when it said "sometimes you just want your cat to know how much you love them" my cat looked at me as if he were trying to tell me he knows I love him and loves me back my scourgie is so sweet I love him so much he's a tuxedo cat

[@PhokingLegend]

My kitties both sleep on my bed between my legs or even on me. They love to snuggle up with me at night

[@PetraElliottCreates]

Reading this with the 11 year old cat on top of the doona curled up between my knees, and the 1 year old under the doona next to my legs. I literally can’t move. And I wouldn’t have it any other way.

[@luisadun7975]

Mine does too, I’m never able to move at night because I don’t want to accidentally kick them

[@viperdemonz-jenkins]

had a cat who slept between my legs, she even gave birth there. it was something I never expected, as most cats do not want humans anywhere near their newborns.

[@MeemahSN]

My cat has always adored tomato sauce and will lap it up instantly :)

[@CynthiaSchoenbauer]

Superb. You teach me a lot more about love in my life than cats with this video! I never knew they loved me even though I have always loved and adored cats. I did not see it was a two-way street with me and them. I guess I am lovable after all! And me and cats, we get each other.

[@LadyMystic87]

My kitten (6mo) will only eat chicken. He’s not interested in other flavors and hates tuna. He’s also very vocal and loves to talk to you (because we talk to him). He loves blowing kisses (eye blinks). He’s very soft paw (doesn’t use his claws). He loves when I play stalk with him (peek-a-boo) and he always makes a little chirp sound before he gets me so I know he’s playing. I’m sick right now and couldn’t really get out of bed so he spent most of the day right beside me cuddling my head which was sweet because he’s VERY active.

[@CynthiaSchoenbauer]

Sounds like you are receiving the love of a very good friend on the daily, someone who wants you to survive and thrive.

[@dannyrichards-nb9sh]

Lol ❤❤❤

[@debbieacushing5536]

my 13 year old yellow tiger fixed male cat is so spoiled but love him so much.😊

[@redzone4259]

Good Advise and Knowledgeable Video Thanks from Delhi India 😌😊

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[@angelwings7930]

I held myself my cat as frequently as she’d put up with it, kissed her little face and baby talked her as well as sang ridiculous songs to her in a baby voice. 😂. I think she had a clue her mommy loved her.

[@SebHaarfagre]

Some cats "lean into" petting more than others. If you're attentive to details in general, you quickly learn where they like the most to be pet and you get a "sixth sense" about it. And yes, the blinking is real. I mean... it even works between humans more or less. The only thing I regret not learning more about was tail language, although it never gave me problems because I saw or heard all the other signs. The tail is perhaps the most telling in body language and state of mind across _all_ feline species. Puffed, twitching, flicking, curved, "wagging", low, straight.... they all mean different things

[@MarkTavish]

My cat never lets me come close to her whenever I have a hairbrush or cat brush in hand

[@AllMyKittys]

I love my cat and she.knows it 😍

[@PeachyMushroom]

Loving a cat is the BEST thing in the world!

[@ivyryan7636]

I got my cat a big paper bag and he loved it! Unfortunately my mum got rid of it but I recommend it! It’s fun for all the family, especially the cat

[@fgm1197]

I have around 60sec to groom my cat before she start to HATE me and the brush.

[@sweetgirl070707]

I wish i had that much.