El lenguaje corporal del gato explicado

In this video, you'll learn the basics that will help you understand and communicate with your cat. The Ears When a cat's ears are slightly tilted forward, it's a sign that it's feeling playful and curious. This gesture is most often seen when the cat receives a new toy or sees something new. The Eyes When your cat stares at you and blinks slowly, it simply means it adores you. Humans also like to blink their eyes slowly, especially when flirting with someone they admire. Tail Signals The signals your cat makes with its tail are some of the most communicative in the animal kingdom. Unlike dogs, whose primary tail communication involves wagging to show enthusiasm, cats use a variety of distinct tail gestures to communicate different feelings and emotions. Tail Wagging Tail wagging is a sign of frustration in cats, not excitement as is common with other pets. When your cat twitches its tail, it's probably unhappy about something, and it's best to avoid petting it at that moment, as it might scratch you. Puffed-up tail Seeing a kitten with a puffed-up tail might lead us to think it's having fun, but nothing could be further from the truth. When your kitten puffs up its tail, most of the time it's afraid of something, and if it also hisses, it's preparing to attack. By puffing up its tail, the cat displays an attitude of trying to enlarge its body to convey to the enemy that it should be afraid. Tail twitches Cats twitch their tails spasmodically when they are ready or excited to play. The tail movement is quite similar to a wagging motion, but it can include small flicks of the tail or just the tip. Tucked tail Walking with its tail between its legs has always been an expression of submission and anxiety. Your cat is nervous if it tucks its tail between its legs. Curled Tail A curled tail is often a sign of curiosity in cats. When cats have their tails curled like a question mark, it means they're ready to explore. So, if you were looking for a good time to give your cat a new toy or try a new activity, whenever their tail is curled, it could be a good time. Tail Hugging When cats have their tails curled around their bodies or are hugging other cats, they're generally communicating happiness and contentment. Cats Lying on Their Backs with Their Belly Exposed Arched Back An arched back is often a sign that your cat wants to be cuddled or petted. This is an opportunity you won't want to miss to make your cat feel loved and welcome. If the arched back is accompanied by raised fur, your cat is likely scared or angry about something. Rubbing their body against you Little massages If your cat massages you while on your lap, it's a sign that they feel content and happy. They only do this with people they feel are special to them. Wagging their butts Feline vocalizations Cats have various ways of vocalizing their feelings. If all cats sound similar to you, you probably haven't been paying much attention, and you might want to start listening more from now on. Most of the time, low or prolonged meows are used to communicate dissatisfaction or a lack of interest in a particular type of play or place. When a cat lets out soft, pleading meows, it means they are very hungry and want to be fed immediately. Trilling Somewhere between a meow and a purr, cats make a trilling sound to get your attention. This sound is usually accompanied by "cute kitty" eyes to make them look irresistible. Chittering Cats are hunters. Sometimes, they chitter like crickets to attract their prey. Howling Howling is one of the most irritating sounds a cat makes. The sound of howling is actually a mating call, and cats make this sound when they are in heat and want to mate. Histing and Growling Histing and growling are especially reserved for when a cat is scared, irritated, or angry. Unless it has hurt itself, if your cat hisses or growls, it's best not to get too close, as it is most likely ready to attack or defend itself. Quiet Meowing When your cat meows in such a way that the sound is barely audible, it may be very hungry or thirsty. Purring Purring is one of the most beautiful sounds a cat makes, and it does so to show you the sweet affection it feels for you.