24 Weird Cat Behaviours Explained What Are They Trying To Say

foreign weird cat behaviors explained what are they trying to say cats will forever be the ruler of the house regardless if you have a dog or not they're both fun and vicious lovable and mess makers cute and so so moody if you could know what your cat was thinking would that be helpful why is your cat doing that what is she trying to say these wonderfully weird cat behaviors will make you fall in love with your furry housemate all over again here are 20 cat behaviors explained once and for all number one scratching furniture a cat will scratch your furniture to Mark its territory and stretch the muscles a scratching post will help redirect this Behavior go for one that is big enough for your cat while also merging well with your home aesthetic number two kneading when a cat needs or makes biscuits with his paws it's a signs that they are content and relaxed it's a behavior that kittens learn when nursing from their mother in order to stimulate her milk flow so it's a throwback to that comforting time number three sitting in boxes this is a popular Behavior amongst cats of all ages their love of boxes is widely known It's a combination of feeling safe and secure in an enclosed space and the fact that they like to hide and observe their environment hashtag if it fits it sits number four chattering and chirping if a cat shatters its teeth or makes a clicking noise it's usually because they're excited about something they're seeing outside like a bird or squirrel it's an instinctual Behavior also known as that is when their natural hunting skills kick in they also do this at the site of a new toy number five bringing gifts when a cat brings you a mouse or bird dead or not it's gross it causes a lot of headaches and sometimes they leave you to hunt that thing and get it out of the house but this is their way of showing affection or to get you to learn how to hunt they consider you a part of their family so they spare no expense number six licking and Grooming cats are facetious animals and spend 30 to 50 percent of their time grooming themselves the main purpose for this is so that they can keep their fur clean and get rid of loose hairs mats Tangles and to some extent even parasites number seven purring cats purr when they're happy and content meaning every time you're petting her or when she feels happy they may also purr when they're stressed or in pain as a way to self-soothe or to catch your attention so if your cat is purring more than it should make sure she's not signaling for help number eight kicking with hind legs when a cat is playing a wrestling they may kick with their hind legs as a way to defend themselves or gain the other hand she will also do this if she's feeling defensive or is in a full fighting mood number nine staring cats stare to communicate with other cats or to get your attention they will also stare at birds or other prey as they plan their attack cats will sometimes stare into space or at a blank wall for long periods of time be a way to entertain themselves or Focus their attention on something that humans can't see if your cat stares at you for what feels like forever that's her way of signaling you have a strong bond number 10 hissing pissing is a sign that a cat is feeling threatened mistreated provoked unsafe uncomfortable or scared it's a way to warn potential Predators or other animals to stay away best way to calm the hiss and cats is by simply giving her space just step back and let her be number 11. head button when a cat head butts you or rubs its head against your leg it's a sign of affection and bonding cats have scent glands on their cheeks chin and top of their head and they use this Behavior to mark their territory and show affection [Music] number 12. Zoomies cats sometimes experience a sudden burst of energy and run around the house at high speed known as the Zoomies it's thought to be a way to release pent-up energy and it's common in younger cats as they have way more energy to burn number 13 bouncing off the walls well it's all about their natural instinct to play and Hunt when cats are feeling playful or energetic they may start running and jumping around the room leaping from furniture to furniture and even bouncing off the walls and excitement just like getting the Zoomies this is more frequent in younger cats number 14. squinted or half closed eyes both are a sign of affection and trust it means your cat feels safe when she's around you so if you're grooming petting kissing or just playing with your cat she might suddenly close both her eyes to enjoy the moment or she could be tired out and about to sleep number 15 broad thing cats sometimes grind their teeth or make a chattering sound known as bruxing this is more of a health issue in most cases being triggered by Dental or gastrointestinal disorders this will see your cat moving its Jaw from one side to another or up and down number 16 licking plastic bags some cats have a weird obsession with licking plastic bags it's thought to be a combination of the texture and smell of the plastic and it's not harmful unless the cat ingests small pieces number 17. pika staying on the same subject some cats have a compulsion to eat non-foon items such as plastic paper or clothing this behavior is known as pickup and can be dangerous if the cat ingests something harmful possible causes include being weaned too young genetics boredom separation anxiety compulsive disorder stress or bad incomplete diet most cats grow out of it by one to two years of age but for some it's a lifelong activity number 18. knocking things off surfaces cats will sometimes knock things off surfaces like tables or shelves it's thought to be a way to get their owner's attention or simply for entertainment it's an annoying and sometimes expensive Hobby and if you've got the short end of the stick she will love to do it way more often than usual number 19. following their owners to the bathroom many cats have a strange habit of following their owners to the bathroom they do this because they feel a sense of security and want to keep an eye on their owner while they're vulnerable number 20. licking and nibbling their owner's hair some cats have a weird habit of licking and nibbling their owner's hair it's both a form of grooming and bonding while also getting your attention which she hopes might translate to extra cuddles and snacks number one hugging some cats will wrap their paws around their owner's neck or arm and hug them it's a sign of affection and trust and it's so Dawn cue number 22 drinking from strange places cats are known for their love of fresh water but they sometimes prefer to drink from strange places like the faucet or toilet bowl this signals their preference for running water and may be related to their natural instincts to hunt number 23 the elevator butt pose this is a behavior commonly seen in cats when they are feeling playful or excited when a cat is in this state she may Arch its back raise its behind and lift its tail creating a posture that resembles an elevator going up and down there may also be a sign of aggression or arousal in some cats number 24 nose box cats will often touch noses with other cats or their owners as a sign of affection and greeting it's their way of saying hello cats are real weirdos and we love them for that these are just some of the weird cat behaviors that make these fur balls a never-ending source of joy and entertainment however if your cat is obsessively displaying one of these behaviors or a different one you may want to check with your vet just to be on the safe side we hope you have enjoyed these cat behaviors explained in simple terms and hopefully they'll help next time your cat does one of these

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Published: Mon Jul 03 2023