Understanding a Cat’s Behavior: Why Does It Rub and Scratch Against You?

Watch Understanding a Cat’s Behavior: Why Does It Rub and Scratch Against You? - Rizzle on Dailymotion

Transcript

00:00Understanding a cat's behavior. Why does it rub and scratch against you?

00:05Cats are peculiar, with a cold and hot nature.

00:09Understanding their body language like bunting helps owners bond and train them effectively.

00:17Building a cat's trust is time-consuming, with unique behaviors varying per cat.

00:23Owners must interpret cues like rubbing, signaling more than affection.

00:30Cats release pheromones from facial glands to mark territory.

00:34Rubbing is friendly, whiskers enhance affection.

00:37Regular reapplication ensures security.

00:40Owners are greeted as territory upon returning home.

00:46Cats bunt to explore, assess, and signal needs like hunger.

00:50It's not always a greeting or petting invitation.

00:53Recognizing cues is vital.

00:55Aggressive bunting with other changes requires a vet visit.

01:00Monitor for illness signs like weight loss, vomiting, or hair loss.

01:06Pet MD advises that excessive rubbing may indicate allergies, fleas, ear infections, intracranial disease, or feline hypersensitivity disorder.

01:18Cat's tail wagging signals excitement, annoyance, or frustration, unlike dogs.

01:23The thrashing tail generally means a stop what you are doing, or I am going to get angry and might bite you.

01:32Cats may knock items off tables from boredom or seeking attention.

01:37Veterinarian Sam Meisler warns that exposing their belly shows trust, not a petting invitation.

01:43Respecting boundaries is crucial for a trusting relationship with cats.

01:46Because of course, pre-