Upscale Cats - Part 2

Cat Allergies

Written by Steven Fletcher on March 24, 2012

You are probably familiar with people who have cat allergies, but you might not know that cats also suffer from some of the same allergies as people do. Allergies that cats and humans both suffer from include food allergies, pollens, house dust and molds. Some felines are also allergic to fleas. Humans who are allergic to cats are actually allergic to a protein produced by cats, that is deposited on and distributed by cats’ dander. Very small particles of cat dander can disperse into the air and deposit on many surfaces, providing an insidious distribution system.

Here’s an excerpt from an article posted on VisaliaTimesDelta.com by Kandi Stevens. She describes why people are more prone to cat allergies than dog allergies, and also the allergies that cats themselves are susceptible to.

“How allergies affect you, and your cat Written by Kandi Stevens, Valley Oak SPCA

. . . Cats may be allergic to all the same inhaled allergens that affect people. If they exhibit symptoms in the spring, they may be allergic to pollen. Exhibiting symptoms in the winter may mean they are allergic to dust in the home. Cats can also develop sensitivities to mold, which can occur any time of the year indoors, given the right conditions.

Treatment for both people and cats who suffer from allergies would start by getting them medically diagnosed. From there, depending on the severity of the allergy, treatment could include controlling/reducing the pollen in your home: vacuum carpets and rugs regularly, wash pet linens frequently, bathe and brush your pet frequently, wipe down all hard surfaces and furniture, etc. More severe symptoms of allergies could mean you and/or your cat needs medications such as antihistamines or steroids.”

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If you suffer from cat allergies, you may find Kandi Stevens’ advice helpful. If your cat is the one suffering from allergies, you may need your vet’s help in determining the precise causes and in prescribing treatment. If it’s a food allergy, your vet may prescribe a hypoallergenic diet for your cat. For flea allergies, your vet may help to determine the best of many options for preventing flea bites.

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Cat Music

Written by Steven Fletcher on March 21, 2012

Never heard of “cat music“? Many cat parents leave the radio or television on for their cats when they have to be away from home for a few hours. Many play their own favorite music for their cats. Others try to imagine what music would provide the most comfort or best entertainment for their cats, and may select “mood music” or even light classical. After all, if Mozart helps the brain development of human babies then it should have some value for cats as well, right? Well, maybe not, according to research conducted at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. A researcher there has shown that cats may have an appreciation for music that is unique to felines, and is related to feline physiology.

Here’s an excerpt from an article posted by Lorrie Shaw on AnnArbor.com, describing the findings of that research, as it applies to cat music.

“‘Music for Cats’ aims to help cat owners create an optimal home environment for their pets

A recent article on MSNBC examined the preferences of the kind of music that animals have, and one very interesting aspect has emerged: animals really don’t care for the same music that we do.

So what do they like? Charles Snowdon, Hilldale Professor of Psychology and Zoology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, has discovered that animals enjoy what he calls “species-specific music.” That is, music that is created using the pitches, tones and tempos that are indigenous to their specific species. Animals have vocal ranges and heart rates that differ from our own — two physical attributes that seems to affect the way that they process sounds. For that reason, they aren’t wired to enjoy the same auditory input that we do. This is especially true for cats . . .”

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Even if you haven’t heard of this kind of cat music before, you may be familiar with commercially available dvds, with footage of fish or birds, that are designed to entertain your cat. Depending on your cat, these can be a great distraction for them when you’re away from home, and may help to prevent cat behavior problems. We also have some other fun ideas to amuse and calm your kitties, and we hope you’ll check them out in our free ebook, “17 Ways to Pamper your Cat.” Just leave your contact information in the form to the right of this post, and we’ll get it right to you!

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Cats Health Arthritis Effects

Written by Steven Fletcher on March 17, 2012

You may not notice cats health arthritis effects unless you pay close attention to changes in behavior. Phyllis O’Beollain, writing for the Dayton Small Pets Examiner this week, estimates that as many as thirty percent of cats older than eight years may be affected by arthritis. Just as with humans, feline arthritis is marked by stiffness and joint pain. The most commonly observed arthritis effects are lethargy and lameness. These effects can be exacerbated by cold damp weather or strenuous activity. Your cat may also seem stiff after getting up from a nap. If your cat is showing these signs it would be best to have a vet examine her, as these symptoms could also be caused by other problems. And even though cats and humans both suffer from arthritis, treatments are not all equivalent. Don’t forget that aspirin and Tylenol can be deadly to your cat.

Here’s an excerpt from Phyllis O’Beollain’s informative article on www.examiner.com, describing cats health arthritis effects, diagnosis and treatment.

“Arthritis in cats by Phyllis O’Beollain, Dayton Small Pets Examiner

Cats get arthritis too! As many as 30% of all cats over the age of eight may be experiencing pain and reduced quality of life from arthritic changes . . .

The first sign of arthritic changes in the cat may be stiffness, particularly when the cat first wakes up after a long nap; this stiffness may resolve somewhat after the cat is up and about. Your cat may be reluctant to jump up or down; a cat that normally sleeps on your bed but suddenly prefers to sleep on the floor may be suffering from arthritis. Cold, damp surroundings will increase the stiffness and discomfort; cats may be irritable and may or may not vocalize ‘complaints’. Be alert for any limping, reluctance to walk, lethargy (depression) and/or loss of appetite . . .

Unfortunately, there really is no way to prevent arthritis, but you can minimize its effects by keeping your cat at a healthy weight and keeping her active and interested in her surroundings . . .”

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Even if the vet diagnoses your cat with arthritis, you can do a lot to make her life more comfortable. Besides any prescribed medications for your cats health arthritis effects, you can make sure your cat has a warm bed that is easy to get in and out of, and you can also make sure your cat has easy access and additional steps if needed to reach favorite perches and napping locations. Helping your cat to lose weight can also lessen joint pain, but get your vet’s approval before you introduce additional exercise, as this could inadvertently cause additional stress and pain.

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Cat Scratching Behavior

Written by Steven Fletcher on March 14, 2012

We all know cat scratching behavior is natural, but what if your cat enjoys scratching your favorite furniture? Or worse yet, you’ve bought her a beautiful new scratching post, but she walks right by it on her way to scratch the side of the sofa? Yelling at your cat or swatting her are not the most effective behavior modification techniques, and they are likely to hurt your relationship with your cat and any trust you’ve established with her. So, how can you convince your cat to use the scratching post and not the furniture? First, consider your cat’s needs. The scratching post needs to be as sturdy as the furniture, and should have a more appealing scratching texture, such as sisal rope. It should also be long enough or tall enough to let your cat fully stretch out while scratching. To make it even more inviting, you might consider rubbing a little catnip on it, at least until your cat gets in the habit of using the post and not the furniture.

Here’s an excerpt from an article posted today on philadelphia.cbslocal.com by Nan Talleno, with her suggestions for finding constructive outlets for cat scratching behavior.

Redirecting The Natural Scratching Behavior Of Cats by Nan Talleno

. . . There are ways to deter this activity to a more appropriate place such as a scratching post.

Provide special toys and treats and lots of attention by the scratching post to associate a positive environment. Keep your cat mentally stimulated and offer plenty of opportunity for play and exercise. Cover certain areas or corners of your furniture while training with plastic, aluminum foil or double-sided sticky tape. (Always make sure to supervise so that it doesn’t harm your cat!) Spray a citrus scent to the area to deter. Keep nails trimmed regularly. Also, consider a window perch to provide hours of distraction and entertainment for your cat.”

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For some of our ideas on distractions for cat scratching behavior, we hope you’ll check out our free ebook, “17 Ways to Pamper your Cat.” Just leave your contact information in the form to the right of this post, and we’ll get it right to you!

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Mother Cat Behavior with Kittens

Written by Steven Fletcher on March 11, 2012

At birth, mother cat behavior with kittens consists primarily of nurturing and protection. New-born kittens cannot see and may only have a little hearing, so they are completely dependent on their mother. Mother cats seek out safe, private, quiet and clean locations for giving birth. If those conditions are compromised she may also move the kittens after birth, or even hide them to protect them from potential threats. For instance, she may move her litter if she feels that too many people are looking at her kittens, regardless of any good or bad intentions. Although it’s helpful to interact with and handle kittens as part of their socialization into human environments, research suggests that it’s best to wait until they’re about three weeks old, but certainly not before they have their eyes open at 8-12 days. Young children should be taught how to carefully handle the kittens under the supervision of an adult. It’s also important to give kittens enough socialization time with their mothers and brothers and sisters, before finding them a new home. Six weeks may not be enough time for a kitten to become emotionally stable; some may need ten to twelve weeks before leaving mom and brothers and sisters.
Here’s an excerpt from Franny Syufy’s article on the first couple weeks after your cat gives birth, as posted on about.com

“Post-Natal Care of a Cat and her Newborn Kittens By Franny Syufy, About.com Guide

The first two to three weeks are the most crucial for your mother cat and her newborn kittens. The kittens should be developing rapidly, and the queen will usually show symptoms of any post-partum problems by this time.

Keep the mother cat and her babies in a quiet part of the house; a separate room is ideal, and make sure the room is warm enough. Chilling is one of the most critical dangers to newborn kittens. Let the mother cat set the pace for your attentions . . .”

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A well adjusted kitten who has had sufficient socializing time with its mother and siblings should normally do well in your home, without suffering unduly from the stress of a new environment. If you’d like our ideas on keeping those stresses low, we hope you’ll check out our free ebook, “17 Ways to Pamper your Cat.” Just leave your contact information in the form to the right of this post, and we’ll get it right to you!

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Cats Health Costs

Written by Steven Fletcher on March 7, 2012

Increasing cats health costs and a down economy are bad news for many cat parents. According to the American Pet Products Association, the average cost of veterinary services paid by per feline by cat parents in the U.S. is about $650, an increase of nearly 50% compared to 10 years ago. One of the most popular ways of controlling cats health expenditures is with pet insurance. According to Sarah Meehan, reporting in USA Today News, more and more pet owners are buying insurance, although cat policies only account for about one fourth of the number of dog insurance policies. The increase in the number of policies is thought to be due to a combination of rising veterinary costs and shifts in attitude toward viewing our pets as part of our families, and we are taking our responsibility for their health even more to heart.

Here’s an excerpt from Sarah Meehan’s article posted on TucsonCitizen.com.

“More owners buying pet insurance,
by Sarah Meehan on Mar. 06, 2012, under USA Today News

As veterinary expenses continue to mount, more pet insurance companies have emerged to help “pet parents” budget for unexpected emergencies — such as Charlie’s surgery — as well as routine care. Between regular check-ups and surgeries, most dog or cat owners racked up about $650 in vet bills last year, according to a survey by the American Pet Products Association.

A boom in pet insurance

Pet insurance providers have grown tenfold during the last decade to combat these costly visits. Today, 11 companies — including Pets Best Insurance, the Hartville Group and Embrace Pet Insurance — insure dogs, cats and sometimes exotic pets in the U.S. From 1982 until 1997, Veterinary Pet Insurance was the country’s only pet insurance agency . . .

The majority of providers offer different levels of coverage. The most basic plans protect against accidents and illnesses. Policyholders can purchase more benefits or add wellness coverage to pay for regular expenses such as annual exams, blood work and vaccines. Monthly premiums range from around $15 for a basic plan to about $75 for the most comprehensive coverage, and most policies will reimburse 80% or 90% of a claim . . .”

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Although statistically more pet parents are buying insurance, there are many in these difficult economic times who simply can’t afford insurance. And if it comes down to paying the mortgage, putting food on the table, or paying for an elective surgery for their cat, the cat more often than not suffers the consequences. There are alternatives however. There are a number of organizations that will cover veterinary treatments for cats for cat parents in financial straits. FelineDiabetes.com has posted an article on their site, listing information about organizations that can help with vet bills, and not just for diabetes. Here’s an excerpt from that resource.

“Organizations that can help with vet bills
. . .This is a list of USA organizations that help owners that cannot afford vet care. There is also a listing for a link to possible UK assistance organizations. Some of these links are to commerical enterprises, some to non-profit organizations. Their listing here is a courtesy. FelineDiabetes.com is an educational service and does not provide financial assistance for vet bills.

Feline Outreach [www.felineoutreaach.org]
“Feline Outreach is a charitable organization formed to promote the routine and medical care of companion animals, particularly cats.” (Note: Feline Outreach was founded by people who have diabetic cats.)

IMOM [www.imom.org]
“Mission Statement: Helping people help pets. To better the lives of sick, injured and abused companion animals. We are dedicated to insure that no companion animal has to be euthanized simply because their caretaker is financially challenged.”

American Animal Hospital Association [www.aahahelpingpets.org]
“. . .Through the AAHA Helping Pets Fund, veterinary care is possible for sick or injured pets even if they have been abandoned or if their owner is experiencing financial hardship.”

Angels 4 Animals [www.angels4animals.org]
“Angels4Animals, a non-profit organization and a program of Inner Voice Community Services, has a mission to serve as the guardian angel of animals whose caretakers find themselves in difficult financial situations . . .”

Care Credit [www.carecredit.com]
“. . . we offer a plan and a low monthly payment to fit comfortably into almost every budget.”

Cats in Crisis [www.catsincrisis.org]
“Cats in Crisis Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to helping individuals and humane organizations care for cats with chronic or emergency medical conditions through financial and fundraising assistance.”

Feline Veterinary Emergency Assistance (FVEAP) [www.fveap.org]
The Feline Veterinary Emergency Assistance Program is a nonprofit 501 (c)(3) organization that provides financial assistance to cat and kitten guardians who are unable to afford veterinary services to save their companions when life-threatening illness or injury strikes.

Help-A-Pet [www.help-a-pet.org]
“Our efforts focus on serving the elderly, the disabled, and the working poor. For lonely seniors, physically/mentally challenged individuals and children of working parents, pets represent much more than a diversion.”

Shakespeare Animal Fund [www.shakespeareanimalfund.com]
“Anyone can apply for funds, but SAF offers assistance primarily to those on fixed incomes or with annual incomes below $35,000. Exceptions are made depending on circumstances. It is always a one-time grant”

The Pet Fund [thepetfund.com]
“The Pet Fund is a registered 501(c) 3 nonprofit association that provides financial assistance to owners of domestic animals who need urgent veterinary care . . .”

UK Assistance with Veterinary Bills [www.petloversonline.co.uk]”

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If you’re still concerned about your cats health costs, just remember that it’s nearly always cheaper to pay for preventive care than for surgery, rehabilitation and medicinal cures after the fact. For more ideas about controlling cats health costs, we recommend Jeffrey Barnes and Kristen Levine’s book.

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Feline Health Pancreatitis Concerns

Written by Steven Fletcher on March 4, 2012

Unfortunately, cats are susceptible to many of the same diseases and conditions as humans. Sometimes for feline health pancreatitis can be a devastating disorder, causing severe gastrointestinal disruption. And for some reason, Siamese cats have a greater chance of developing pancreatitis than other breeds of cats. Pancreatitis is not the easiest condition to diagnose, as the same symptoms are also found in other feline diseases. The most common symptoms include lethargy, poor appetite, dehydration, and rapid breathing. Treatment can also be difficult, and may involve restricting food to allow the pancreas to rest. Serious cases may require administration of intravenous fluids, blood transfusions, pain medication and antibiotics.

Here’s an excerpt from a descriptive article posted last week on Feline-Health.com.

“Pancreatitis in cats refers to a gastrointestinal disorder where the pancreas becomes inflamed. The pancreas holds two important jobs, the first is to metabolize sugar, the second aid in the digestion of nutrients. They perform these jobs by producing insulin and pancreatic enzymes that break down any food consumed. Although there is much known about the pancreas, the information on pancreatitis in cats still has many questions left unanswered.

Causes:
Like with other animals it is thought to be linked to preexisting conditions or traumas. Cats with autoimmune disease, diabetes, hypothyroidism, have been link to higher risk of developing this condition. Chances also increase with age, presence of infection, and taking certain medications. Only one breed is known to be at greatest risk, Siamese cats.

Symptoms:
Abdominal pain
Dehydration
Vomiting
Fever
Fatigue
Diarrhea
Loss of Appetite . . .

Treatment: Pancreatitis in cats
Immediate restricting of food, water, and other medications will help reduce the work load on the pancreas. A veterinarian will have to get iv fluids and monitor for a few days to make sure there is no secondary infection in the pancreas. Long term treatment and care is necessary as cats who have experienced and episode are at higher risk of reoccurrence. Keeping your cat on a strict diet, healthy weight and eating small meals can help decrease stress on the pancreas when digesting meals.”

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In the case of feline health pancreatitis concerns, the best thing you can do is just to be aware of any changes in your cat’s behavior, eating and drinking, and litter box use. Because something like pancreatitis can be difficult to diagnose but serious in effect, it’s important to keep your cat’s vet in the loop as well.

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Cat Behavior Pheromone Therapy

Written by Steven Fletcher on March 3, 2012

Have you heard of cat behavior pheromone therapy? Pheromones are natural hormone-like chemicals produced by cats and other animals which are used as a form of communication. Feline facial pheromones are used to mark places and people. When your cat rubs up against you she marks you as belonging to her with her facial pheromones. Synthetically produced pheromone sprays can have a calming effect on cats, reducing or eliminating aggressive behaviors and inappropriate urinating. Feliway is a well know product which mimics cat facial pheromones and has been used successfully in cat behavior modification. Sergeant’s Pet Care Products has also done extensive research in pheromone therapy for dogs and cats, and is in the process of releasing some new products into the market.

Here’s an excerpt from an article posted on MarketWatch.com, describing the products which have come out of Sergeant’s research.

“New Technology Leads to Breakthrough in Pheromone Therapy for Pet Behavior Problems

ORLANDO, FL, Mar 02, 2012 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) — In a major step forward to address pet behavior issues, Sergeant’s Pet Care Products, Inc. announced today revolutionary new additions to their SENTRY(R) line of pheromone products. The highly effective new products will soon be available at pet specialty retailers nationwide. The products all contain different varieties of pheromones that have been scientifically proven to address various behavior problems. While pheromones, which are chemicals that animals produce and use to communicate information to each other, have been used in products before, this new set of products employs varieties and delivery methods that have not been available before.

Pet parents who experience frustration over pet behavior problems like inappropriate marking, digging, scratching, barking and even separation anxiety will be happy to know that strong scientific research is at the core of the products. Scientific testing of the products’ effectiveness has shown remarkable results as well, according to Dr. John McGlone, a professor and research scientist with several decades of extensive research and development experience in pheromone therapy and animal behavior who has worked with Sergeant’s to develop the new pheromone products . . .

“These products really mark a new era in the human-animal bond,” explained Caryn Stichler, vice president of marketing at Sergeant’s. “According to the ASPCA, more than seven million pets were relinquished to shelters last year, and the majority of those who are relinquishing cite behavior problems they cannot resolve as the reason. The new products are tools that pet parents and trainers have waited for, and we’re thrilled that the products can potentially help reduce that huge number of pets going to shelters each year and create a happier home life for both pets and pet parents.”

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Cat Behavior Pheromone Therapy is becoming more sophisticated and more successful in addressing a variety of feline behavior problems. Of course, old school “positive reinforcement” training still works just as well if you’re looking at cat behavior changes. For some of our fun ideas to reduce the stressors in your favorite cat’s life, we hope you’ll check out our free ebook, “17 Ways to Pamper your Cat.” Just leave your contact information in the form to the right of this post, and we’ll get it right to you!

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Cats Health Diabetes Risks

Written by Steven Fletcher on March 1, 2012

Cats health diabetes risks have increased over the last few decades according to NaturalCatHealth.com, and primarily because of changes in diet. A naturally healthy diet for cats should consist primarily of high quality or “muscle meat” protein. Many commercially available cat foods, especially dry cat food, have too high a percentage of grains or other carbohydrates. Commercial cat foods, even the expensive ones, also tend to contain a large percentage of fat, since fat is cheaper than protein, which means higher profit margins for the pet food companies. Cats who eat too much fat and carbohydrates are prone to obesity, especially if they don’t get much exercise. And just as with humans, obesity and insufficient exercise make kitties more prone to diabetes and other diseases.

Here’s an excerpt from the article on feline diabetes from NaturalCatHealth.com.

“Cats With Diabetes

Sadly, cats with diabetes are increasing in numbers. Yet a few decades ago, this was unheard of. What has happened to make this problem so wide spread? How can this trend be reversed? The answers lie in a system of natural cat health.

In the past few decades, a lot has changed for our cats. Cats were often kept because they would keep the mice and rat population down. They had a lot of freedom to come and go as they pleased. Sometimes, this healthy and natural diet was topped by table scraps. This was in the days when diet was a lot more healthy than it is today.

So the table scraps would have consisted of left over meat and vegetables. Although this is not ideal, it is a lot healthier than most commercial cat foods. Table scraps today are not as suitable, as they often consist of spicy food, fast food and processed food. They are as unsuitable for your cat’s health as they are for yours.

This relatively healthy diet of cats in bygone days was hounded out of existence by clever marketing of the new up and coming commercial cat food manufacturers. In effect, it shamed people into believing that they were not caring for their cat . . .

Cats with diabetes tend to have a hard time with veterinary medications as they find the daily insulin shots distasteful, to say the least. It is may also be a burden on your wallet you can ill afford. Diabetes is considered irreversible by veterinarians. Natural therapists tell a different story.
Start by feeding the right ‘fuel’. This may resolve those cats who are in the early to mid stages. Those cats who have had diabetes for an extended period may need the extra help of homeopathic care . . .”

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The most recent trend in veterinary medicine is to put diabetic cats on low carbohydrate diets, which not surprisingly is also the best preventive diet. If you’d like some ideas for low carbohydrate cat treats, check out our free ebook, “17 Ways to Pamper your Cat.” Just leave your contact information in the form to the right of this post, and we’ll get it right to you!

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Cat Behavior Bunting and Touching Noses

Written by Arlene McKanic on February 28, 2012

Cats have many ways of communicating, through their body language, their sounds and most of all, their odors. Some people believe that a cat’s sense of smell is even more accurate than a dog’s, which is saying something. Compared to a cat’s sense of smell, a human’s sense of smell is vestigial. Imagine getting as much information from smell as you do from a newspaper, or the internet!

A cat also has an organ at the top of its mouth called a Jacobson’s organ, which allows it to taste/smell strange objects to get even more information about it.

Most folks who have lived with a cat for a while can tell its body language, but a person who’s just gotten their first cat might need some help deciphering all the ways that it can communicate. For example, what does it mean when two cats touch noses? When two strange cats decide to touch noses, they’re picking up all sorts of information about each other, very quickly. It would probably take two humans the span of a long lunch to find out what two cats find out about each other just by scent: their gender, where they live, how many humans live with them, the sexes and ages of the humans, whether the cats are neutered or not, whether one or both of them are pregnant, what they had to eat recently and most important, whether they’re ready to make friends, or call it a day and go their separate ways.

If the cats decide they’d rather part company, they do, with no one the worse for it. If they decide they might like each, other they’ll start to rub their mouths and heads and maybe their sides against one another. This is called bunting. They might then lick each other about the head. This looks very affectionate, but it’s rather more like a handshake for cats who’ve just met. It means that they’ve decided to get along and not to kill each other.

The cat rubs those specific parts of their body against each other or their owner because the top of the head, the lips and the chin have scent glands. Intermingling scents gives everyone a group smell and a group identity. That’s why it’s important to allow two cats, or a cat and a dog to safely sniff each other when one is introduced into the other’s home. When a cat bunts their owner or the cats or dogs they’ve lived with for a long time, they’re saying “These people, two and four legged, belong to me and not the cross-eyed moggie down the street.”

One thing a person might do when they meet a cat who doesn’t seem overtly scared is to hunker down a bit and extend their finger. The cat will take this as an invitation, and might come up and bump its nose against the tip of the finger, as it would with the nose of another cat. If the cat accepts the human, they’ll bunt against them. If they don’t, they’ll give the human what can only be called a “dirty look” and walk away. For the human, it can only be “Better luck next time!”

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