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Cats may seem like mysterious animals to you, but believe it or not, it's easy to become friends with a feline if you know what to do. In this video, we'll look at 10 proven ways, based on scientific studies, to win over a cat. Let them make the decisions. Cats are so adorable that people want to greet them with a hug. Some people approach the cat, corner it, and try to pet it to win it over. But this is a very common mistake for cat lovers. According to recent studies, it's better to let the cat approach. A study conducted in Switzerland showed that when humans sit and wait, and concentrate on something else, like reading a book, cats are more likely to approach and less likely to back away when humans respond. That's why many kittens are attracted to people with allergies, since they usually don't approach to pet them. Another study from the University of Zurich-Irchel found that interactions last longer and are more successful when the cat decides when to start and end an activity. Cats are very independent animals. They don't like to be smothered with affection and often need their personal space. If your kitty shows signs of aggression, back off. It's better to end an unpleasant interaction than to ruin the relationship. Pet them where they like it best. Where does your cat like to be petted? It's a question that has puzzled many owners for centuries, but now science has an answer. A study conducted by the University of Lincoln in the UK found that cats respond with more positive behaviors, such as purring or kneading, when they are petted between their eyes and ears. And they show more negative behaviors, such as hissing, flailing, or wagging their tail, when they are petted in the tail area. That's right. Cats don't like having their tails touched, or at least that was the case for most of the 54 cats in this study. Researchers believe the cat's tail area is an erogenous zone, and petting this part of their body could overstimulate them. The researchers didn't attempt to pet the cats' bellies, likely to avoid injury. This area is very vulnerable, and touching it could be stressful or even threatening. Remember that, for cats, petting is like the grooming or licking that two friendly cats do. Check your scent. A cat's sense of smell is the primary way they identify people and objects. Their sense of smell is 14 times better than that of humans. If a cat is afraid of you, be sure to check your scent. Perhaps the cat is trying to get away from you. Your pants might smell like another cat or dog, or your clothes might have strong odors of perfume, deodorant, disinfectant, cleaning products, garlic, or onions. If your cat recoils at the smell of your hands, it might not like the smell of your hand soap. Be sure to use unscented soaps, shampoos, sanitizers, and makeup remover wipes. You might think the smells will disappear after a few hours, but your cat will be able to smell them for much longer. Approach like a cat. Cats use their sense of smell and body language to communicate. Most felines greet each other by sniffing each other's noses. While humans shake hands, cats bump noses to say hello. To strengthen your bond with your cat, try approaching it as another feline would to greet it. To mimic nose-to-nose behavior, gently bring the tip of your finger close to the cat's nose, without intimidating it. Your finger acts as a substitute for a nose, and most cats will approach to sniff and investigate it. Chances are, the cat will even rub its cheek against your finger. Lucky you! It's the cat's way of greeting you. Conversely, the cat may back away if it feels insecure about the interaction. Mimick feline scents If you have a dog, you surely know that they love to sniff and explore new smells in the world around them. Cats, on the other hand, don't like new smells, and any unfamiliar scent could cause them to reject it. That's why most cats don't like changes, moving, or strangers. A new environment brings with it many new, unexplored smells. If you don't want to bring new smells into a cat's home, you can spray yourself with a cat pheromone. This can also be used to reassure a new cat. Human interaction before food In 2017, a study from Oregon State University analyzed what attracts cats the most.