Cat Trivia: Tongues, Belly rubs, and Blinks

Cat Trivia Tongues Belly Rubs and Blinks

Cats behave strangely at times You may find them dozing off in the

strangest of places running around for no reason and blinking at you

incessantly

As responsible pet owners we should all know why they behave like Yoursquod be surprised to know that therersquos a reason for the way they behave Letrsquos take a look at

some of the most notable examples

Blinkingbull Usually cats blink when they see their owners

especially right after the latter arrives home or enters a room

bull Though this sees creepy at first blinking is the feline language for ldquocat kissrdquo ndash itrsquos an affectionate gesture

bull If your cat does this to you consider yourself fortunate it means your cat fully trusts you that it closes your eyes in your presence

Why Are Cat Tongues Spikybull Cat tongues look creepy if you look at them

closely

bull The backward facing barbs are made of the same stuff as human fingernails

bull It plays a vital role in drinking (it defies physics) and in grooming The tongue is also designed to rip through meat

Cats and Boxesbull Boxes make the perfect cat trap simply place

an open one and your cat will take a nap inside it

bull Cats like being in boxes because it makes them feel secure given that theyrsquore surrounded by a protective cardboard barrier

bull Big cats share this trait as well See it here

Cats in High Placesbull Cats are obsessed cupboards cabinets

window sills and AC units ndash once in a while yoursquoll find them asleep on those areas

bull In the feline world high places are always secure ndash it gives them a vantage point and a safe place to doze on

bull Try installing a cat tower in your home

Cats and Belly Rubsbull Cats donrsquot like belly rubs ndash unless if the person

doing it is someone they fully trust

bull Their undersides are the most vulnerable parts of their body which is why they bite or go away if you touch it

bull If a cat lets you rub its belly yoursquove fully established a strong bond with it

Although cats are complicated creatures they make awesome

pets Be sure to cuddle with your feline friend when you arrive home Note that looking at cat-related media can make

anyone happy