Cats vary in their ways of showing their love. Here are some of the signs your cat loves you.
Purring
They purr when they are happy. It’s a very distinct sound, and cat owners will know it well: a sound showing the cat is pleased or content. If your cat purrs when stroking, then it knows it is in a place of safety. Purring allows one to be calm too. It creates a rewarding association. Look out for this calming sound as a signal of love.
Kneading
Kneading is an infant behavior, carried into adulthood. Cats press their paws in and out on soft surfaces. If your cat is kneading you, know that they feel very comfortable and pleased. Through this action, they show they feel secure with you. It’s a clear sign of affection.
Slow Blinking
Cats communicate with their eyes. Your cat slow blinking means it trusts you. Sort of like a cat kiss. If your cat slow blinks at you, then it feels safe. Slow blink back at them. It will tighten the bond between you two.
Stalking You
Cats follow people they trust. If your cat follows you from room to room, they enjoy your company. They are exhibiting a behavior where they feel safe with you and would like to be close to you. It is a sign of love and affection.
Head Butting
Head butting: when a cat rubs its head against you. It marks you with their scent. It literally means, in this case, claiming you as their own. It is a behavioral trait that indicates trust and affection. Therefore, when your cat head butts you, then that is a clear proof that they love you.
Bringing You Gifts
They are natural hunters, so when they bring you a toy or small prey, it means that they love you. They share what matters the most to them. It’s a way of showing trust. It may be a dead mouse, but you see, it’s a gift.
Sitting on You
Cats love to sit on their owners. Be it your lap, chest, or even your head, that is what they love doing as a means of showing comfort. Your cat is sure to sit on you if you provide comfort. The act of sitting on you shows the relationship a cat develops with a person, showing closeness and bonding; it is a sign of trust and love.
Licking You
Licking is a grooming behavior. When a cat licks you, it is a sign of affection. They see you as part of their family. Licking strengthens the bond. That’s a way to show they care.
Tailing You
Movements of a cat’s tail spell out their moods. An upright tail that arches means it is happy. Twitching will mean excitement. Continue watching the tail of your cat; after all, it is the body language to say that they are glad to see you.
Sleeping on You
Cats always feel most vulnerable when they are sleeping. If your cat decides to sleep on you, that means they trust you. They would feel safe and secure in your presence. Sleeping on you is one of their highest forms of affection.
Chirping and Trilling
Cats use sounds to communicate. Chirping and trilling are usually only for their favorite humans. If your cat does both for you, then it is definitely a sure sign of affection, as they are please to see you. It is their way of interacting.
Playful Biting
Playful biting doesn’t hurt at all. If your cat nibbles on you gently, it means they have fun with you. It means they like you. That action alone means they want to play with you.
Showing Off Their Belly
A cat’s belly is a very vulnerable position. If your cat shows you their stomach, it means they trust you. Not all cats like their belly rubbed. It means they feel safe with you.
Rubbing Against You
When a cat rubs its body on you, it is marking you with their scent. This action means that they regard you as part of their domain. If your cat rubs against you, it is showing affection. Your cat is trying to show you that they love and accept you.
Grooming You
Grooming in cats is a way of strengthening social bonds. If your cat grooms you, then it’s because they accept you as part of the family. Grooming includes elements of intimate behavior, such as trust and affection.
Following Your Routine
Cats are very good observers, and many of them learn the routines of their owners. If your cat waits for you at the door or follows you to bed, they may be attuned to your habits and prove their sensitivity to your presence.
Vocalization
Cats communicate through many sounds. If your cat meows or chatters at you, then it is their way of demanding attention. Vocalizing is a sign that they like your company. It shows they want to interact with you.
Nuzzling
Nuzzling involves a cat pressing its face on you. This act is a way of showing affection. When your cat nuzzles you, then they are marking you with their scent. It’s their way of showing love.
Staying Close During Sickness
Cats can easily sense the presence of disease or illness in their owners. If your cat stays close to you during times of illness, it is a sure sign of compassion. They want to comfort you. This action is characteristic of a strong bond.
Exhibiting Affectionate Behaviors
Every cat has his or her special ways of showing affection. There are those that may sit on your lap, while other cats prefer gentle pats. Appreciate your cat behaviors to understand their love. Look out for such signs to increase bonding.
These are obvious hints to bring you closer to your cat. Any little thing that your cat does is the proof of love, if not in big deeds, then in small gestures, and is definitely the proof of trust. Understanding and being grateful for these signs can help in providing the perfect ambiance of love for your cat.