How many cats’ body language do you know?

 9:29am, 30 May 2025

Cats, this elegant and mysterious creature, often communicate with us in its unique body language. Every move and every look of their movements contain rich emotions and information. As the owner of cats, can you understand their body language and their inner world? Next, let’s walk into the cat world together and explore those fascinating body language!

First, let’s talk about the cat’s “stand-standing hair”. When cats feel scared, nervous, or angry, their hair will stand up to form a protective layer. This phenomenon is called "sealing hair", which is a self-protection mechanism for cats when facing threats. At this time, the cat's body will become tense and his eyes will become alert and sharp. As a owner, when you see cats appear in this state, you should try to avoid further stimulation and provide them with a quiet and comfortable environment so that they can gradually relax.

Next is the cat's "exposed belly". This action has a special meaning in the cat's body language. When a cat lies down and exposes its belly, it usually means they feel very relaxed and trusted. This is a way for cats to show their friendliness and intimacy to their owners. At this point, you can gently stroke the cat's belly and establish a deeper emotional connection with them. However, it should be noted that some cats may not like being touched by people's belly, so when trying this action, you should observe the cat's reaction to avoid causing them to be uncomfortable.

"Airplane ears" are another interesting phenomenon in cats' body language. When the cat's ears are snugly against the head, it looks like the wings of an airplane, so it is called "aircraft ears". This action usually indicates that the cat feels scared, nervous, or uneasy. At this time, cats may be experiencing some things that make them uncomfortable, such as the approach of strangers, sudden noise, etc. As a master, you should pay attention to the emotional changes of your cats in time, find out the reasons that make them uneasy, and take corresponding measures to help them relieve their tension.

Let’s talk about the cat’s “slow blinking”. This action is a manifestation of friendliness and trust in the cat's body language. When cats blink slowly, they are usually expressing love and closeness to their owners. This is a special way for cats to communicate, in which they tell their owners: "I like you very much, we are a family." As owners, when you see cats blinking slowly at you, you might as well respond to them with a gentle smile or touch, so that they can feel your care and response.

When cats show "offensive offensive", they usually arch their backs, their tails are fluffy, their ears are snug, and their mouths are slightly opened to reveal their teeth. This is an attacking gesture for a cat when facing threats or provocations. Although most domestic cats do not really attack, if you see cats appear in this posture, it is best to keep a certain distance to avoid further stimulation. At this point, you can try to communicate with your cat in a gentle tone so that they can feel your kindness and comfort.

Finally, let's talk about the cat's "swinging tail". The cat's tail is a very important part of their body language and can convey a variety of emotions and messages. When cats swing their tails more rapidly, it usually means they are very excited and happy. This may be because they see their favorite toys, playmates, or food. At this time, you can play with the cat or share delicious food, so that they can feel more joy and satisfaction. When the cat's tail swings less or remains stationary, it may mean that they feel uneasy or nervous. At this time, you should pay attention to the emotional changes in your cat and take corresponding measures to help them relax and relieve stress.

In short, cats' body language is a rich and complex way of communication, which expresses their emotions and needs through movements, eyes and voice. As cat owners, we need to carefully observe and understand their body language and establish deeper emotional connections with them. Only in this way can we truly become friends and family of cats and spend a great time together.

In the process of exploring cats' body language, we can not only gain a deeper understanding of their world, but also establish closer relationships with them. When you can understand every move and look of a cat, you will find that their world is so colorful, full of endless surprises and fun. So, you might as well spend more time and effort to observe and understand your cat, and I believe you will find more touching moments and beautiful memories.