Fluffy, affectionate cats give us their attention and affection, sometimes in rather strange ways. But how do you reciprocate your cat's affection so that she understands? Here are a few ways you can show your affection and love for your pet.
Learn communication signals
Observe your pet more often to improve communication between you. Pay attention to body language in certain situations: how it holds or moves its tail, whether it is silent or meows, how its behavior changes. This way, you will strengthen the bond with your pet and be able to understand each other even without words.
Touch correctly
Gentle strokes, it would seem, are the best reward for a pet. But not all cats love caresses so much, and you need to do it correctly. If you want to stroke a cat, touch it gently and make smooth movements along the top of the head, neck, shoulders and back. Many cats do not like being touched by their paws, tail or belly. Finally, spend some time learning about your pet's preferences. And if the cat starts to twitch its tail, straighten its ears, just let it go.
Make the environment comfortable
To improve the quality of life of an animal, it is important to enrich the environment. After all, the more comfortable your cat feels in its home, the lower its stress level. And it is not only about a soft bed, a full bowl and a clean tray. For a normal life, a cat must have surfaces for scratching its claws, for which it will not be scolded. And the opportunity to jump and climb – special complexes cope with this task perfectly.
Play
Daily interactive playtime is just as important for cats as it is for dogs. It’s a great way to satisfy their hunting instincts. To get the most out of your time together, choose toys that your cat likes. Some cats love fishing rods with hanging mice and feathers, while others enjoy chasing small balls. You can even make some toys yourself.
Accept signs of attention
Cats have many ways to show affection for their humans. And if a cat “bumps” its head and caresses itself at your feet, this behavior is touching, but in some cases it causes surprise and even hostility. For example, when a cat brings a dead mouse, it kneads its owner with its paws and claws like dough. In no case do not push the animal away, but enjoy its love.
Don't leave it alone for long periods of time.
Although cats are independent animals, they still need affection and attention from their owner. If you work for a long time, be sure to cuddle your cat after returning, let him be close to you. And if you are planning a long trip, take your pet with you (if possible) and put him in good hands for a while.
