Cat lovers know that these animals have a unique character and are never quick to trust people. Winning your cat’s affection can be a challenge, but if you notice certain signs in her behavior, you can be sure that she trusts you unconditionally. Here are 10 key signs that your furry friend feels completely safe with you.
Cats are animals without which many people cannot imagine their lives, and in today's times, they are also an essential anti-stress. It is unlikely that there will be a cat owner whose phone memory is not clogged with photos or videos of their pet. In human-animal relationships, the most important thing is mutual trust. As you know, a cat is an animal that decides for itself who to love and whom to trust. If your cat (or cat) exhibits these 10 signs, then, as Сats.com writes, you are a lucky person who your pet trusts infinitely.
Cats express affection and trust in subtle ways.
Greeting
Cats are curious creatures and love to explore when something new happens. Adult cats are also territorial and have a habit of keeping a close eye on what is happening in their territory. If your cat comes running to greet you when you come home, it is a good sign that she trusts you completely. A tail up at this point is a compliment, as it usually indicates excitement and pleasure.
The cat spends time with you all the time
Cats are known for their aloofness and independence. However, if a cat (or cat) insists on sitting on your lap or lying down next to you, curled up comfortably, this indicates a strong emotional attachment of the animal, love for you and unlimited trust. At the same time, some animals insist on bringing a favorite toy closer to “their” person and may even ask to play with them. The best compliment is if they want to sleep on you. Being next to you when they are most vulnerable is a clear sign that you have earned your cat’s trust.
Eye contact
Eye contact is an important form of communication for cats, and they can use gaze, pupil size, and blinking to signal different emotions to other cats and people, if you know what to look for. If your cat maintains eye contact with you when relaxed and blinks slowly from time to time, it's a clear sign of affection and trust.
Paw massage and biting
Sometimes cats can be overly trusting. If a cat trusts you, they will try to play with you and bite you, using not a “hunting” but a loving “bite,” which is characterized by the force and pressure of the bite.
Cats' sharp little claws can also be used to show affection. At an early age, cats use their front paws to nibble on their mothers to stimulate milk production, and many adult cats still nibble on soft objects as a form of comfort. Sitting on your lap and nibbling you with their claws is actually a sign of affection — even though it may not feel like it!
“Knocking”
If your cat likes to gently headbutt you or pet your face with theirs, it shows great love, trust, and a sense of security around you. Cats have scent glands on their cheeks, forehead, and chin that secrete pheromones. They express security and recognition.
Caring for you from your cat
Cats are often solitary animals, but if they live in a pair or group, they will spend time grooming themselves. If your cat licks you or pats you, this behavior indicates trust and love. Reciprocate by regularly brushing your cat, and your cat's affection for you will only grow.
Gifts
If a cat brings you mice, birds, or other animals it has caught on the street, don't be scared or scold the cat. If a furry hunter brings you her prey, this should be appreciated, not condemned, because in this way the animal recognizes your authority and wants to share everything it has with you. Open belly
Cats will only lie down on their backs and expose their bellies to a human if they trust them completely. A cat's belly is a sensitive area, and by lying on their backs with their bellies exposed, your cat can let you know that they are completely relaxed and comfortable around you.
Purring and meowing
Normal cat behavior does not involve meowing. Instead, they mainly use body language, posture, and scent to communicate. Most cat vocalizations are usually negative and consist of hissing and growling.
The classic cat “meow” sound is quite rare, usually only heard when the cat is happy or excited, or between a mother cat and her kittens. If your cat greets you with some kind of enthusiastic sound—for example, a loud meow when you arrive in the morning—this should be taken as a sign of affection. Soft “squeaky” sounds, called trills, are also a sign that your cat loves and accepts you.
Tails and buttocks
A cat's tail plays a bigger role in feline communication than you might think. Observing the position of a cat's tail can give you a quick indication of their mood. A tall, upright tail is a sign of contentment and friendliness, and if it's wagging, even better! Another major sign of affection in cats is when they turn their backs and butts towards you. They are trusting and not afraid of being attacked from behind.
