We all want to think that our pets at least have sympathy for us, and are not simply using us for personal gain.
That is why we read some manifestations of activity as “declarations of love”.
However, in fact, these actions may be ordinary manipulation in order to get what you want.
How a cat can manipulate you and use you for its own interests
The pet sleeps right on you
Many people believe that this is the highest manifestation of love. After all, it is not very comfortable for a cat (as it seems to us) to sleep on a person: we are not as comfortable as a bed or a cot.
However, we forget that warmth is much more important to an animal than anything else. Therefore, in this case, the pet uses us as a "personal heater".
The cat loves to rub
We also believe that this is how a cat shows its affection and love. However, experts believe that this is a misconception.
First of all, your pet is simply marking you so that other animals lose interest in you.
Secondly, the cat knows perfectly well that after such interaction it will receive a portion of affection, tenderness and even food.
The animal meets you
Any owner can be touched by the sight of their beloved cat greeting them after work. However, such "hospitality" can be a simple manipulation.
For example, an animal has run out of food and water, so it is waiting for its "chef".
Earlier we talked about whether it is possible to hug a dog .
