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What 5 rules should you follow when communicating with a cat?
30.03.2023 10:35
Updated: 14.04.2023 23:48
Sometimes owners may have misunderstandings with their pets. Most often, this is due to the character of cats, which can be difficult to decipher.
If an animal doesn't like something, it may get offended or even be naughty.
Therefore, the question of how to make the relationship between a person and a cat more comfortable is relevant.
In this case, you need to know a few simple rules.
Rule number one
Cats have a well-developed instinct for self-preservation. That is why they react to loud and sharp sounds and hide. This is stressful for them, but pets need to be protected from such irritants.
A cat can experience stress even if guests come to the house and want to pet the animal. However, it is necessary to ensure that the pet is the only one initiating contact.
Rule two
The animal must have personal space so that it can restore physical and psychological resources.
It is important to remember that if a cat has retreated to its shelter, no one should disturb it.
Rule three
A cat can show its mood with its body. You need to learn to read this body language. For example, if your pet twitches its tail, hits it on the floor or on the sides of its body, then it is better not to approach it. But if the tail is raised high and the cat wags it easily and slowly, then this means that it is in a good mood and you can try to establish contact with it.
Rule number four
You need to pick up the animal carefully.
You should never lift a cat by the scruff of the neck or by the front paws, this will only cause severe discomfort.
The habit of picking up an animal using only one hand, for example, by scooping up a cat under the belly, also causes pain.
Rule number five
You should not pet the animal persistently or for a long time, especially if it resists.
Only light stroking is allowed. The movements should be smooth and without pressure, but only in the direction of hair growth.
