The behavior of pets sometimes seems incomprehensible to their owners - for example, many owners are puzzled why their cat lies on its back when it sees them, after first doing a somersault over its head.
Let's try to figure out together why animals do this.
Researchers claim that if a cat lies down on its back in front of a person and rolls around in this position, slightly bending its paws, it means that it trusts him.
And all because the belly of a cat is one of the most vulnerable parts of the body, and if you have the honor of seeing it and petting it, it means that your pet believes that you are worthy of its trust.
In addition, cats can take this position in a fight, as it allows them to use all 4 paws to attack. If your pet sleeps on its back, this may indicate its readiness to defend itself.
How can you tell when a cat is demonstrating trust and when it is preparing to defend itself?
It's simple: if your pet greets you with somersaults and rubs against corners while awake, this is a clear sign of emotional attachment, not defensive measures.
By the way, sometimes this behavior can be considered a special kind of begging: perhaps your pet shows his belly to remind you that it would be nice to have a snack.
