How To Pet Your Cat | Chewtorials
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Whether you just welcomed home a new cat or are simply looking to improve your technique, read on for step-by-step instructions and expert tips on how to pet a cat.
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Petting a cat isn’t quite as easy as it sounds. While some kitties are more easygoing than others, in general, successful handling requires some patience, practice and cat body language know-how. However, it’s well worth the time invested—in addition to strengthening the bond between you and your furry companion, studies have shown that petting a cat can actually reduce your own stress!
How To Pet a Cat: Step-By-Step Instructions
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1. Play It Cool
Unlike, say, your goofball Golden Retriever, cats like to make the first move. For best results, allow the kitty in question to come to you. Cats like to feel in control of their environment, so if you are patient and wait until your cat is ready to approach you, they’ll quickly learn that they can trust you.
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Once the cat does approach you, resist the urge to reach out. This can be intimidating to the cat. Instead, try crouching or sitting down on the ground, and let your cat come to you and rub against you.
2. Offer a Hand
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Every cat is different, but most cats like to check a person out before getting physical. Allow them to see and sniff your hand before attempting to pet them. Think about it—you wouldn’t want someone unfamiliar just grabbing you out of nowhere either, right?
3. Pet Their Head or Back
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Once your cat seems comfortable with your hand in close proximity, go in for a pet. Most cats enjoy gentle strokes from the top of their head down to the base of their tail, so start there. Make sure to stroke your cat in the direction of their fur; stroking against the grain may be uncomfortable for your cat (and if so, they’ll definitely let you know about it).
Once things are underway, keep it low-key. Be gentle and avoid petting too roughly. Use slow, gentle strokes rather than fast or erratic movements.
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4. Watch Their Body Language
Cats can’t give verbal feedback, so pay attention to your pet’s body language to ensure they’re calm and comfortable. Some signs that your cat is enjoying the petting include:
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Purring
A loose, relaxed posture
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Leaning into the petting
Closing their eyes
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Kneading with their paws
Knowing when to stop a petting session is just as important. If you see these signs, it’s time to back off:
Twitching tail
Flattened ears
Stiff posture
Stopping purring
Trying to move away from you
Where Do Cats Like To Be Petted?
Every cat is an individual, with their own picky preferences and cute quirks. However, there are some safe bets when it comes to where to pet a cat.
Research shows that cats typically enjoy being touched along the back toward the base of the tail, and especially around the head. Cats have scent glands around the lips, chin, cheeks, between the eyes and ears, and at the base of the tail, which they use for communication, and these areas can be favorable spots for petting.
Many cats, in particular, enjoy being stroked under the chin or on the temples, adds Nilson.
Do Cats Like Belly Rubs?
While dogs are known for loving a good belly rub (or 20 good belly rubs), it’s a little trickier with cats. The vulnerable underside is traditionally a no-go among felines, yet some do enjoy it. Approach with caution, and pay attention to the cat’s signals. If they roll onto their back and expose their belly willingly, they may enjoy belly rubs. However, be prepared to stop if they show signs of discomfort or agitation.
How To Get a Cat To Like You
If you just recently met your new furry friend, expect some handling hesitancy. Some cats will never enjoy petting, while others just need some time to warm up to new people and environments.
While you wait for your cat to come around, some kitty-friendly props may speed along the bonding process and entice your new companion to come say hello:
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When your cat is ready (and only when they’re ready!) let the petting begin.
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