When Cats Hold Their Tails Low
Cats’ tail positions provide lots of insight into how they’re feeling and as a way to communicate. When a cat lowers its tail below the level of its back, it means they’re frightened or anxious.
Now’s the time to watch out as a lower tail can be a sign of aggression! Additionally, if its tail is between its legs, they’re scared or it may be in pain.
When Your Cat Gives You Big Eyes
When cats’ eyes get big, they look super cute, but it relates to one of the ways they communicate. Cats communicate with their eyelids, specifically how open or closed they are and how dilated their pupils are.
So, when your cat gives you big eyes, it’s a result of dilated pupils, which come from sudden arousal fear, interest, or other strong emotions. Now’s the perfect time to play with your cat with a laser or use catnip.
When Your Cat Presses Its Nose Against You
There’s nothing quite like a wet nose to greet you first thing in the morning or when you come home from work. And while it can be a bit surprising, it’s normal cat behavior.
Cats have scent glands in their cheeks, forehead, chins, and tail, so rubbing up against people is a way of them marking their territory. It’s called “bunting” and it’s a friendly behavior that’s relaxing and it helps calm cats.