Have you ever tried to pet a cat and you think that everything is going well with the cat purring and head-butting you, just to get a swat or a bite from your furry companion? It happens to the best of us. We humans have great intentions but simply don’t understand the feline approach to showing affection. Cats, as some people say, like to do things on their own terms.
Petting your cat is a lovely way for both of you to share a connection like none other. Yet did you know that cats prefer short, frequent petting sessions? Long, drawn out sessions of petting may overstimulate your cat, who could react in ways you may not consider loving. Brief, low intensity petting sessions spaced out frequently throughout the day is a cat’s preferred way to bond with you. Let your cat come to you and try not to intensely pet your cat. Gentle, low-intensity petting is purrfect.
· Concepts in this article came originally from Tufts University catnip magazine