When a cat grabs a person's hand with its paws, it can release its claws. Everything is clear here.
But sometimes fluffy ones use the so-called “soft grip”.
What causes this behavior of the purr? There are several options.
To answer the question correctly, you need to look at the pet's face.
The cat asks the owner to stay
An animal can “softly” grab its owner by the hand if the person starts to leave and the pet is not happy with this.
In this case, the pet not only does not release its claws, but also looks sleepy or shows a sad look.
The cat tries to start the game
A “soft” grip may also indicate the furry creature’s desire to play.
In this case, the animal demonstrates activity and has a “mischievous” appearance.
The cat wants to be petted
In some cases, grabbing the owner's hand without releasing the claws indicates that the pet wants affection.
Stroke your pet. If the animal starts purring, then you have correctly "deciphered" its requirement.
The cat doesn't want to be petted
The opposite situation is also possible. Perhaps the pet is already tired of the owner's displays of affection.
You wanted to pet a cat, and your pet "gently" grabbed your hand? And the animal looks unhappy, and its ears are pulled back?
You can draw a clear conclusion: the cat is stopping you, not wanting to cause harm.
Earlier we told you why cats have a habit of washing themselves, but dogs don’t.
