The ways to show love can differ among pets. Cats often express their love and attachment to their owners in the following ways
1. Follows You Everywhere
A cat that likes to follow you everywhere in the house or stay close to you all the time is showing love and a desire to be near you.
2. Love Nips And Making Biscuits
Biting or gently nibbling while rubbing or playing with the owner in a way that doesn’t cause pain is a sign of contentment, love, and affection.
3. Exposing the Belly
A cat that lies on its back and shows its belly in front of its owner is demonstrating trust and affection, as the belly is the most vulnerable part of its body.
4. Slow Blinks
A cat that looks at you and slowly blinks, often referred to as a ‘cat kiss,’ is expressing love and trust.
5. Licking your hair and earlobes
A cat that licks your hand or face is showing affection and bonding, similar to how cats groom each other within their group.
6. Kneading her paws on your lap
Cats often knead with their paws on their owner’s body or beside them, which is a sign of comfort and affection, similar to how kittens knead their mother’s belly.
7. Bringing you dead mice, birds and other so-called gifts
Some cats will bring gifts they have caught, such as insects or small animals, to their owners. This is an expression of their love and sharing.
8. Purring
A cat that makes a soft meow or ‘meow’ when it sees you might be greeting you or showing happiness at seeing you.
Although cats have subtle ways of showing affection, observing these behaviors can help you understand the love and bond they have for you more deeply.