How to give a cat a back massage

A very helpful video demonstrating the proper technique for how to give a cat a back massage. This is an important skill for every senior cat attendant to develop. It may not be easy to give a cat a back massage. It may not even be possible with every cat. But when you can give a cat a back massage, the results are more than worth the effort!
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[@HelpfulVancouverVet]

Here's a clip of what a well warmed up cat is capable of :-): kzbin.info/www/bejne/f3OVmWmhf6mpZtU

[@sussylh4124]

I have a male with the same chess pattern as Claudias, his name is Viggo - it's really my neighbor's, but he is here a lot :)

[@PhanieDaemonia]

This looks way too much like how my cat hunts lol. Except he doesn't have the age excuse :-p

[@lillycali7287]

Don't forget to squish dat cat.

[@FablestoneSeries]

Do you know of any animal chiropractors in the Vancouver area, and if not is that something you'd be willing to do, or have done. I think my kitty is in need of an alignment and she isn't letting me try.

[@HelpfulVancouverVet]

@@FablestoneSeries Chiropractors are not permitted to work on animals in BC. There may be some exceptions for horse work under veterinary supervision but that is not my area. In general though, chiropractic treatments are not a useful in my pinion. Chiropractic treatments are not based on science and studies done on chiropractic interventions show they either do harm to the patient or at best cause no improvement. PS - NEVER try a chiropractic “adjustment” on a cat!

[@R_mhs]

What about How to train your cat to give you a back massage?

[@HelpfulVancouverVet]

Just lie on your stomach wearing your most expensive dress/jacket.

[@dorrisbeseril1636]

@@HelpfulVancouverVet 😂😂😂😂 so true!

[@Kthx881]

@@HelpfulVancouverVet most expensive dress/shirt/jacket that’s in black

[@PhanieDaemonia]

Both of my cats gives me back massage every night before we go to sleep. They also gives me belly and leg massage when I have cramps. They are the best!!!

[@Irulan10]

@@HelpfulVancouverVet 😄😄😄

[@jarengardner695]

I DONT HAVE A CAT BUT THIS IS IMPORTANT INFORMATION

[@darkmode9175]

YOU SHOULD REALLY GET A CAT BRO

[@mscalucas]

I also don't have a cat, but have friends who have cats so shared with them. I'm terribly allergic to cats or I would have at least 2, along with my little 7 year old adopted dog - would be a perfect family.

[@jiyan2220]

@@mscalucas would a syphinx cat be ok for you? They are hairless cats x

[@THE_Mirage]

I NEED A CAT

[@mscalucas]

@@jiyan2220 how often do you see syphinx cats at the shelter? Probably not often or never I would imagine.

[@swiftfox3461]

I love that 19 people basically set an alert to be immediately notified when a video about massaging cats becomes available. What a future we live in.

[@FeenieVonKarma]

we must know 😂

[@toomuchiridium]

And I don’t even own a cat

[@tylnozcn27]

@@toomuchiridium me neither lol

[@MonkeyTrade]

It's important

[@TheTman9898]

Anything for my little pal 🐾 ♥

[@susanmurray6591]

My senior cat, Nibbler (18 yrs old), has terminal cancer. I am so grateful to you and Mr Pirate for teaching me how to do something to make his remaining time much more comfortable. ❤

[@blakewhite3131]

Oh, thank you for giving Nibbler his own spa experience! I'm sure he's very appreciative!

[@Fxkstans]

Peace to you and Nibbler

[@kate2706]

hope you and nibbler are enjoying your time together💖😸

[@13lood13ath]

Don't give up on him, you can save him! I had the vet tell me my senior cat was dying and needed to most likely be put down eventually, however, she beat the cancer with supplements and medicine from the vet and ended up living another few years. Even the vet was surprised. Shop around and research some good supplements for cancer and his symptoms.

[@blakewhite3131]

@@13lood13ath unfortunately this experience isn't universal. Sometimes all someone can do is make the rest of their pets life as enjoyable as possible. Don't say they can save their cat when you don't know anything about their situation. Express sympathy and empathy, don't make it about your experience. Best wishes to the OP, you're doing all you can.

[@RaptorOne374]

Me who does not own a cat: “WRITE THAT DOWN, WRITE THAT DOWN!”

[@SymphonyTaylor]

Me 😂😂😂

[@Mel-yx2xy]

I have a cat but she would probably actually murder me if I tried this, so I'm definitely saving this information in the bank

[@roon6425]

Sometimes I rewatch this video because I like watching Mr Pirate relax.

[@HelpfulVancouverVet]

Love it! I'll give Mr. P a backrub just for you.

[@blakewhite3131]

​@@HelpfulVancouverVet Could you pencil one in for me, too? This cute lil swashbuckler deserves it, he's such a good boy

[@slkerr7597]

Just tried this and I am receiving more purring than I have had in a long time from my older Kitty. Thank you for posting

[@HelpfulVancouverVet]

You're welcome! 🙂🙂🙂

[@arthurdunn4594]

@@toriless that's so wonderful

[@belmum1689]

I owned dogs all of my adult life and after suddenly losing my 13 yr old retired girl greyhound about 5 months ago, I was missing a furry friend so I decided to adopt a 4 month old kitten thinking it would be easier than a puppy, so far it is we haven't had no toilet accidents, a kitten needs lots of play but no walks needed. I have noticed the top back leg muscles hardly exist on cats, my kitten reminds me of a little fox and my greyhound reminded me of a pony. My kitten carrying a little ball in her mouth while jumping on the lounge is the most cutest thing ever, she also sucks her paw, purrs and kneads while trying to going to sleep, soo cute.

[@74Voyeur]

Going to treat my senior calico to a massage

[@tiffanyroseangeles7517]

I wish my elder cat Pumpkin,would accept this ...though,w her mild arthritis it simply irks her she darts away.... Though,interestingly we do meditative therapy" let me explain. Pumpkin comes close,she's small for her age even close to the time I take my meds ( bipolar) my cat is so on" time schedule" She puts her ears up even if asleep' Anyway meditation involves cat putting her head in my The palm of my hand sighing ever so quietly Y whereas before every little noise would freak her out! I keep constantly chatting" to her thru her rough times like your going to be ok" or your so pretty & smart mum loves you! Your my girl.! Maybe ppl think I'm crazier,but I swear it's calmed my little girl down & made her healthier too! Even sing to her loves this follows me into bathroom lays at my feet like a dog. Call me the Cat Whisper 🙏🏼👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻😻😻😻😻😻😽😽😽😽😽👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼 or Pumpkin" one ( name of my cat!!) adding she's so mysterious hates all forms combs/ brushes any age!!!

[@Ven-yz2sy]

This is incredibly important, not just for the benefit of relaxing the cat, but you can also save their lives. My husband was massaging our cat and found lumps on her left back flank. We took her to the vet immediately the following day and scheduled to have the tumors excised and tested and they were found to be cancerous. so the cat massage saved our cats life as we were able to get the tumors removed within days of finding them and radiation treatment done within a month and she’s now cancer free.

[@meiyuan2134]

i love how many people are looking to give their cats a massage.

[@nishant3631]

I don't even have a cat. I'm watching this for my future cat(s)

[@xBbymichelle101]

we're just looking forward to give our loves ones a good massage :D!

[@mandypdx]

@@nishant3631 you’re awesome!! I just adopted my little guy in November. He’s amazing 💕

[@rihans9472]

@@mandypdx where did you get your cat from

[@mandypdx]

@@rihans9472 a neighbor whose mother passed away had a cat and he needed a home 💕 - why do you ask???

[@angieb3629]

"Very comfy ; relaxing would go again" -Mr.Priate's review

[@eleanor.shadow]

I’m glad the doc knows about the legal necessity of having to say “big/good stretch” when a cat stretches 😆

[@Mel-yx2xy]

literally, if you don't say "oooooooh big stretch" then you've failed as a cat owner

[@eleanor.shadow]

@@Mel-yx2xy I’m the one owned by cats, look how well they’ve trained me 😬

[@slkerr7597]

Okay after trying massaging the cat that I live with who is a house panther, he has played more today,taking better naps today, and for the first time in about a month is laying next to me on the couch purring loudly. Because I am massaging him again. It seems to not only be good for their health physically but also emotionally. Thank you again from a cat and his human in Alaska

[@HelpfulVancouverVet]

Glad you're seeing such positive effects!

[@platystrophia]

That’s awesome to hear!

[@tyjifeku]

Cats are highly social animals, and you guys are bonding! Keep it up and you'll have a friend forever. 😁

[@aefkjj]

Just be careful because you can damage muscles by messaging too much.

[@belmum1689]

Play is another way to help you bond with a kitten/cat too.

[@anandaadidevi2339]

In the last few years of her life, my precious kitty developed arthritis and loved for me to massage her neck, shoulders, and back. She died at the end of February and would've been 18 tomorrow. 😪 She was such a delightful companion. I miss her terribly.

[@SoItGoesCAL34]

🙏

[@updated_autopsy_report]

it sounds like you gave her a great life. rest in peace little cat

[@HelpfulVancouverVet]

A great application for the techniques demonstrated!

[@dadimadh4528]

So so sorry Elaine🙏... I'm sure she knew you loved her... you must have a million great stories!

[@sj4901]

My condolences 💐.

[@Kalivahcide]

My 1 year old boy didn't want to sit for the massage for more than 5 minutes, because he had very important playtime to get to, but he appreciated it. He was stretched out and purring.

[@miniciominiciominicio]

This video is the most important cat video on the internet. It will get to at least a million views.

[@HelpfulVancouverVet]

I certainly hope so!

[@keigezellig]

This. It is as important as s q u i s h that cat 😁

[@justineprevost3398]

After the squish video of course!

[@MikoSonya]

My dad is a cat masseur . All cats love him more although he never feeds the cats because he's good in massaging the cats.

[@_aiborie]

Cat masseur omg 😂

[@DearSouls]

Im a vat entertainer. I give them massages and play. Love them a lot

[@chai_lattes]

Like professionally? Dream job.

[@0deepak]

Next video idea - How to wine and dine your cat. 🐈

[@HelpfulVancouverVet]

I think I already have a video or two on how to help your cat dine :-) kzbin.info/www/bejne/lX-ac4ZvfZKLhsk kzbin.info/www/bejne/bom3dJ-lqrijb8U

[@0707bmo]

my life is complete!

[@evergardenamv2905]

OMG. His eyes! He is soooo unbelievably cute!

[@zaptor1514]

Who? The Dr or Mr Pirate?

[@rimshaazeem2787]

@@zaptor1514 lmaooo I'm sure Mr pirate

[@gorillagirl7135]

@@zaptor1514 both!!

[@desireer6915]

SEE HIM MELT INTO THE MASSAGE IS SO ADORABLE!!! 🥹❤️

[@shadetreader]

I started massaging cats when I was still a kid because it seemed like the natural thing to do. I guess it's not surprising that I've been a massage therapist since 2012 :3

[@1marcelfilms]

ok *becomes cat*

[@Penultimate1785]

​@@1marcelfilmshuh

[@pot8oenthusiast]

I tried this with my cat last night, and she was absolutely delighted. She turned into a purring little blob and compulsively nuzzled me a lot when she felt the most comfortable. Thank you for this. My cat and I were both very pleased.

[@MaipleLeaf]

Ah yes, massages are the ultimate squishes for cats.

[@imanultrastarwarrior801]

this literally has the same energy as *SQUISH THAT CAT*

[@NoBodyToDanceWithMe]

its the same guy! :)

[@lilareyes8874]

That’s exactly what i was thinking!!

[@ciel2815]

MASSAGE THAT CAT!!

[@sandramagnusson7799]

Just followed this whole thing through with my deaf cat. She was purring like a maniac, and as soon as it finished she got up and walked off to her favplace in the window and did some energized licking 😅 I can still hear her purring.

[@nektulosnewbie]

Should do a neck/jaw massage video next. That's the one my cat loves. Years ago I bought a massage wand and jokingly showed her it. She likes it. Now I can't use the thing myself without her over, hopping up and taking it over demanding it on her neck area most of all.

[@HelpfulVancouverVet]

That is hilarious!

[@kristysmith9723]

"Massage wand"... 😜

[@nektulosnewbie]

@@kristysmith9723 I don't think Wahl's in the business of making what you're implying nor is my local drug store the kinda place to be selling it either. :D

[@dougiefresh69420]

massage gun???

[@kierad479]

@@dougiefresh69420 They said wand

[@spiralflash6169]

What a great video! I tried it on 7 year old Pewter. First she fell over, then squished into a semi-loaf position so I continued. Then she closed her eyes, purred loudly, stretched and made biscuits. I think it's safe to say she loved it!

[@tatianaleutwiler1867]

Video starts: "Huh. I can't hear very well, is there a problem with my speakers?" Nah. There's a cat on the mic.

[@hawkblood_art]

My 20 y/o cat really appreciated this :D She has some troubles with walking sometimes especially if it's this hot outside, and I felt like she definitely walked better amd more comfy afterwards. :>

[@TenApplesforTime]

20 years and still on the move!! Thats incredible, sounds like shes getting excellent care.

[@hawkblood_art]

@@TenApplesforTime haha thank you so much!! She really is super healthy for her age which surprised us a lot. We recently got her checked and besides being deaf and having a little problems with her kidneys she is perfectly fine. Nothing with the heart or skin or similar. However she is a little dement but we all are super fine with her just starting to scream and meow for us despite us being right next to her :>

[@Mel-yx2xy]

that's an old kitty. hope she's doing well still

[@tburrrg2502]

My cats 21 and she was walking better too!! It’s amazing how helpful this is!

[@jeannenora6113]

Made me laugh so much when you spoke about not feeling like a perv when the cats stick their butts up... both of mine do that all the time.. one male, one female (housecats, spayed / neutered)

[@MrJohansson14]

cracked me up too 😄 I always thought it was something like that...or "sniff me kind sir" ...good to know!

[@jeannenora6113]

@@MrJohansson14 It´s always funny when friends are visiting who don´t know much about cats and they do that to them.. The looks on their faces is sometimes priceless "why´s he/she doing that?!?!?!"

[@brokenglassshimmerlikestar3407]

For me I feel maybe it has something to do with cats considering us their mommy? Mommy cats would lick kitten butts since they couldn't lick themselves yet. I'm not saying any one should get in there though... defintely not the nicest part of a cat

[@j.w.213]

@@a1waysher386 you‘re* sorry but you‘re like the 100th person I see today doing this major mistake!

[@zegichiban]

Right as I started playing this, one of my cats who likes rubs came over and sat on the desk in front of me to volunteer to help me follow along with the video.

[@toomuchiridium]

Mr P’s little relaxed face is the best thing to see the first thing when I open KZbin! ❤️

[@AM-em5gc]

“So don’t feel like a pervert when you do this with your cat…” 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@benc.1832]

I also need to learn this. I want to show my cat that I love her 🥺

[@briaaberry]

me too!!🥺

[@adrienneallen194]

@Ben C your thumbnail is priceless^_^

[@EsterStradivarius]

This is so sweet :)

[@pamelah6431]

If you love your cat, take that ridiculous mask off his face....

[@mariyakatelyn5642]

@@pamelah6431 thats a random picture of a cat, not their cat. Shut up

[@colbyjohnson166]

“Bliss out” - I love this guy

[@furrytime7193]

I just looked at a video of a guy petting his cats for 11 minutes... WORTH IT!!!

[@caseymyhro3769]

"How single are you?" I spend my Saturday nights giving my cat a back massage.

[@queenneurotica4591]

Best way to spend most Saturday nights 😊

[@brynperry7281]

I subscribed when you kissed his little cute head!

[@nochian0]

mmmwah

[@betterlatethannever4536]

Definitely the highlight of the video

[@tunabarrett7384]

Was this just an excuse for Dr. Uri to pet Mr. Pirate and get paid for it? No complaints from me.....

[@e.r.4077]

It's also a pleasure to see the peacefulness of the human's face as he massages Mr. Pirate. (One of the 19 who set an alert).

[@JayI]

ALL I WANT IN LIFE IS FOR SOMEONE TO LOVE ME AS MUCH AS MR PIRATE LOVES URI.

[@flake8382]

Are you saying there's a way to make my cat even more of a lovey sook?

[@dianehutchinson9257]

Mr. Pirate really is the best cat EVAR😻

[@HelpfulVancouverVet]

You know it!

[@anonagain]

@@HelpfulVancouverVet I hate to disagree with the good Doctor and no disrespect to Mr. P., but I know that every cat that I've shared my home with has actually been the best cat ever. ;-) And the two furballs sitting next to me now concur wholeheartedly - of course now they're demanding a massage as their reward. :-)

[@jucuarteros8516]

Tried it with my 12 y/o kitty. Did it for a good 25 min till she bit me 🥴. She never purred that loud before, bet she enjoyed it. Thank you for sharing 😊!!

[@bratsmom6749]

Great info, but I can't do that for Brat. She had surgery to remove hemangiosarcoma about five years ago, and her vet removed the tumor and muscles. She has only skin over the bones where the incision was - but she is ALIVE and going on 18 years old!

[@cyan7460]

Tell Brat I said happy birthday

[@bratsmom6749]

@@cyan7460 Thank you! 😻

[@araidenfreudianharpy]

What a strong girl ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@bratsmom6749]

@@araidenfreudianharpy Thank you! Her vet said she's a very tough cat. She must be! She's on meds for pancreatitis, irritable bowel disease, and hyperthyroidism, but is still going strong! 👏😻😺

[@WinterFreSh00]

it is an understatement that I'd give my life for Mr Pirate

[@laudatesolem2185]

wow advanced petting

[@hc6157]

What good timing. We just got a diagnosis that my cat has bone degeneration in her last few vertebrae. I’ve been looking for resources to help exercise the other areas of her back

[@shane8037]

"This is an important skill for every senior cat attendant to develop." This sentence could mean at least two things and neither of them is stranger than the other.

[@AbagailGrayce]

This is the content I came to the internet for.

[@kathy7022]

When I come back, I want to come back as one of Uri's cats. I would die for a message like that!!!

[@thisen7554]

This video was very educational, but also made me very happy to watch. Your voice is very calming. Thank you

[@sheekaloca]

The kitty kisses were the cutest ❤

[@crystal-83638]

"limber up [Pirate] for his day" haha. Being a pampered and cherished family member takes more finesse than one would think ;)

[@_letstartariot]

This is the most important video that has ever been recommended to me. My little loaf thanks you.

[@otebasu145]

My cat has urinary system issues and i was able to notice the problem within a day. If I had been using an automatic litter box, I might not have noticed it so quickly. Their health issues are difficult to spot as cats tend to hide their pain. I think cleaning the litter box is a good way to check on them.

[@lilyrosesoul0077]

Agreed. Self cleaning litter boxes have their good points & bad points...not everybody will want to use them.

[@helmaschine1885]

Great point. As unglamorous as cleaning the litter box is, it does help you keep an eye on them ❤

[@Pat_patty]

I can tell that he is the happiest cat in the world.

[@mandystich1079]

Thank you so much! My cat LOVES the massage that you demonstrated. He has high anxiety & I'm able to help him. He actually comes to me & "asks" for this.

[@linneaskoglund8171]

I love seeing Mr. Pirate living his best life, having a real vet for a masseur ❤️ I massage my cat almost every day too. She’s not a senior quite yet, but she still appreciates a nice massage in the evening. I also go down her legs and rub at the tendons attaching the muscle to the bone, especially around my girl’s hips, and this seems to be her favourite part of the massage. While doing so I also like to gently stretch her legs out and squeeze/extend her paws. She loves it and it’s a good way to keep an eye on her mobility so I’ll catch any changes quickly. It’s a little silly, but when I massage her front legs, she always tries to bake biscuits on my face. Not the most comfy thing in the world, even though her claws are short 😂

[@brecovers]

I did this to my senior cat mar-mar (Marley) and she really enjoyed it. She turned 14 on the 9th of June.

[@Oyashirosamananodesu]

Happy late birthday to Marley 🎂!

[@mMeFlora]

i love the comment section & everyone sharing stories of their cats! please keep them coming! my cat has always been super peculiar when it comes to what type of touch he will allow, for example he likes pats around the side of his hip/top of his legs lol he also really loves being _picked up_ BUT _doesnt_ really like being _carried_ - so he'll meow to pick him um, jump down, have me pick him um again, down again, up again and again and again i love my little weirdo and i am so grateful to have him ʕ ꈍᴥꈍʔ

[@kitchengun3663]

I love how he acknowledges the squish that cat meme by saying squish the subscribe button

[@chrisberry9017]

I have a friend who absolutely adores having his tummy rubbed. He rolls on his back, puts a back leg up, and kneads the air with his front paws! Total bliss!

[@brightmoonsyoga]

Happened upon this video while one of my senior cats was already on my lap and he seems to love it so far! Thanks for sharing, I love that we have another way to show our senior kitties how much we love them and hopefully give them some relaxation too! 😻😻

[@HelpfulVancouverVet]

That is awesome!

[@brightmoonsyoga]

@@HelpfulVancouverVet we've actually been doing it most days now and he loves it! He's an anxious cat by nature, and this helps relax him so much! 💕 So glad you did a video on this!

[@PossibleBat]

What a beautiful scene, a man that loves his cat so purely, just beautiful to watch your bond with your beautiful Mr. Pirate

[@sherribrody5456]

"Cat attendant". That's pretty much what I feel I've been reduced to. ha ha ha

[@Mlogan11]

You should include "ASMR" in the title and search tags. This is a ASMR type of vid that fits in well with the genre.

[@g_br]

What a surprise! I am a professional masseur.

[@HelpfulVancouverVet]

Please don't judge! :-)

[@KMMHealy]

I thought my zippy cat would hate the back massage. He just stood there, back arched, and stayed still the whole time. The only time he’s THAT still is when he’s sleeping. What is this witchcraft?!

[@Look_look_at_my_cats]

Ah yes, the butt in the air response! Our senior cat has always had that response to petting and we still laugh at him 13 years later. We call it the butt elevator. He seems to love a little light spanking too when he does that, he's so funny. Our much younger cat doesn't really do that specific move much.

[@eleanor.shadow]

I once went on a holiday and the pet-sitter called me because she couldn’t understand one of the written instructions. I was in a crowded cafe and had people listen to me telling someone on the other side of the line “yes, he likes to be spanked, and don’t be too gentle, he likes it rough. If he jumps up the bed and stares at you, he wants to be spanked!” 😬

[@spiralflash6169]

@@eleanor.shadow That is hilarious!!

[@Frostfern94]

@@eleanor.shadowit’s a two year old comment but 😂😭 hilarious

[@eleanor.shadow]

@@Frostfern94 😆

[@TheMCcreepermen]

I have a 16 year old cat and she absolutely loved it, thank you!

[@emiliuszchyba6690]

My cat loved it! However he is 8 months old so the massage lasted about 20 seconds before he got too excited and decided that it's playtime

[@Danifran21]

I just tried this on my crotchety 15yo cat and she loved it! Thank you to both of you from both of us. This is going to be part of our routine from now on!

[@johnnyboy3489]

It is very helpful me and my cat wasn't close until I saw these videos now we are very close thanks for your help and I do recommend this to people

[@HelpfulVancouverVet]

That is awesome to hear. Squish that cat!

[@gosman949]

I have massaged the back of our arthritic cat for some time. But my technique is a little different. I will try yours tonight. Thanks.

[@ZefDavenport]

I'm the human of a 11 years old cat who loves back massages, and will always lie down on my lap to get one. Might as well try this technique.

[@louiselincoln]

I've been training my middle aged cat to enjoy this type of touch - she loves being pet all around her face and chin, behind the ears, but often freaks about paws and her back. I've been gently moving towards those areas once she's in that very calm and relaxed state which seems to have helped her understand that it's not dangerous. Sometimes she will even let me touch her belly which I know is such a great honour. It's reassuring for me to be able to check her for lumps and bumps, and to know that when she gets a bit less spry she'll hopefully be able to enjoy this type of massage in her older years. She loves being outdoors so it's good to be able to check her paws too. I'm glad we're in the UK with a safe back garden so she can express her inner huntress without the risk of coyotes, snakes etc. She loves to sit in the sunniest high spots, queen of her domain (until it's dinner time of course). 😂

[@CG_Hali]

We came to see Mr Pirate have the best time ever! Biggest potato cat happy vibes out there!

[@CRU22]

Ancient egyptian cat: Do humans still worship us, child? Modern kitten: [This video] Ancient egyptian cat: Good...

[@queenbunnyfoofoo6112]

Mr. Pirate is such a great cat!

[@cl-ev2sg]

All my Fur Babies have received massages fr me. I could tell my current set of Senior cats never received a massage until I adopted them (last Spring). They instantly melt when I begin a massage. 🙂 I did learn to lighten my touch from what I used use on my beloved canine fur babies. Cats are more sensitive. I’m going to watch your video to learn good techniques I may not be practicing.

[@Miss_Distress]

My cat likes a full-on shiatsu thumping but if I try do that with my dog, he looks at me like I'm a terrible person 😂

[@cupguin]

Well my cat found it useful and informative. She's very blissed out right now.

[@KitDoctor]

Aww, Pirate is an absolute sweetie. Thanks for pampering him, he deserves it.

[@galaxyheart5555]

you could just tell that he was loving every second of that. I have an 11-year-old cat, she has been with me since I was 6. I'm currently trying to do everything I can to increase her lifespan and ensure her senior years are just as good as when she was 2. Which is starting to include back massages. Haven't tried it yet but I'm just about to, hope she enjoys it as she loves attention and getting pet and brushed and stuff

[@DeeLite220]

I’m writing this in tears tonight Mr. Helpful. Somehow, after we watched this video yesterday, my dearest mamacat, my CHILD, my 16 pound, hunger-averse, periodontal moneypit, left me. Her note scratched into the upholstery only said “MAshAgeS”, and she left her overturned cat box on the bed again . I hope you’re happy. For one thing she sucks at directions, always has. She’s probably in TJ as we speak, friggin awful co-pilot.

[@goktugdall9060]

Instructions unclear Now my cat is giving me a back massage.

[@jai_b]

Thanks, I'm gonna try this. Think I wait till my cat is fed and almost ready for bed, when she's fully relaxed. She's like Claudia, looks like her too 😘

[@alienmozart9902]

I know you mentioned that cats' backs get stiff and even fuse (?) later in life. Would doing this regularly help this from happening?

[@HelpfulVancouverVet]

Not prevent it but will help cat deal with the stiffness.

[@unproudshinjikinnie]

i don’t have a cat but this showed up in my recommended so i’m watching

[@tyjifeku]

That is a HAPPY cat.

[@diaargh]

MR PIRATE IS LIVING HIS BEST LIFE ❤️

[@Robinwhiteart]

I used to massage my Cats' feet. It seemed to help them learn to control their claws better and how not to use their claws on me. I started it when they were very young so they became used to it. Similar to back and general massage as shown here. And most important each Cat is an individual and responds in an individual way to any kind of touch.

[@RavenVargas27]

He's like "Oh yeah this is cat heaven,: hehehe I had a cat he loved back massages I got rewarded with lots of purring 😊

[@redrose-wb4bw]

My cat loves her back massage. She has a birth defect where her tail didn’t finish forming and she has a kinky spine. She stays limber because of her massages. They are very important, especially as she ages.

[@christinebishop5291]

My cat loves back massages. His favorite person is my husband. When he gets home, my cat goes to him and wont leave him alone until he gets his back rub. He then goes into kitty heaven while he gets his massage.

[@CrochetLover85]

The thing I love about these videos is that he not only tells us how to give different types of cats massages, he also explains the animal’s behavior, and backs it up with sciences. So fascinating!!

[@Slugbunny]

Now this is the content I come to this website for.

[@kkiezz6807]

I like the part where he gives the cat a back massage

[@pamelah6431]

The part that starts 2:30 in? Lol

[@thejbo777]

Yes

[@SofSof.]

I did this to my cat and she absolutely LOVED it! Thank you so much!

[@dorrisbeseril1636]

Mr. Pirate is a sweet cat! Loves his dad!😻😻😻😻😻

[@yourgirlchase]

I’ve been giving my elderly cat massages all her life, but several times a week in the last few years, with her joints getting more achy. Her favourite spots are in the armpits and on the belly. She loves back massages too ❤