Cat Behaviors (15 gifs)

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Making squinty eyes: Cats squint when they're content. Closing their eyes slowly is a sign of trust.

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Sticking a raised butt in your face: Tail sniffing is normal in the cat world, so this is your cats way of saying hello.

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Sleeping in a circle: It conserves body heat.

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Kneading: This is likely a leftover trait from when they were a kitten when they did this to their mother's stomach to produce milk.

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Sitting like a cat loaf: Cats tuck their paws under them when they feel safe, and it also conserves body heat.

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One leg extended: This just makes it easier for your cat to clean.

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Exposing it's belly: It's a sign of trust.

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Nowhere to be found: Cats are good at hiding, and they're tired of your shit.

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Staring into space: Cats have keen senses, so they probably saw a fly or a speck of dust.

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Sleeping in boxes: Cat's find security in confined spaces.

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The “hug ‘n’ bite”: Biting while wrestling is just part of how cats play.

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Chirping or clacking at birds outside: That chattering is a reflex in anticipation of hunting.

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Sitting on your computer: Cats like warm places. Also they want to annoy you.

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The ready to pounce quivering butt: Cats wiggle back and forth to position themselves for the perfect attack.