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Does my cat like me? Experts reveal the 6 telltale signs


Do cats actually like us do they just tolerate our love? (Picture: Getty)

Cats are famously aloof, and so it can be hard to tell if your beloved pet actually likes you back.

Do they like kisses and cuddles as much as we do, or do they simply tolerate your affection?

Metro.co.uk talks to some cat experts to find out what’s going on inside their fuzzy little heads.

Here is all you need to know.

How to tell if your cat likes you

Cats may not be as overenthusiastic as dogs, but that doesn’t mean that they don’t like you – they just show their love differently.

Anita Kelsey, cat behaviourist and author of Let’s Talk About Cats, told Metro.co.uk that are many small signs that your cat trusts you to look out for.

Cats keep close proximity when they like you (Picture: Getty)

These signs include the following:

Cats Protection’s Behaviour Officer Daniel Cummings suggests another subtle sign that your cat likes you.

He explained to Metro.co.uk: ‘Cats have some great ways to show us they’re happy and comfortable with us – a particularly lovely one is the slow blink, which means they’re relaxed in your presence.

‘You can slow blink back to your cat to let them know you’re happy and relaxed in their company too.’

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How to get your cat to like you

Anita said that there is no surefire way to win over a cat – whether they like you or not is on their terms.

However, there are some things you can do to increase your chances of kitty affection.

Anita explained to Metro.co.uk: ‘To win a cat over it’s a good idea to respect their wishes.

‘It is important to know when a cat doesn’t want to be stroked or picked up’

Anita mentioned that you need to give your cat space to allow them to be their authentic selves, and not try to force them to be different. Like humans, some cats are more cuddly and extroverted than others.

Cats are like humans – some are warm and cuddly, others are shy and need their own space (Picture: Getty)

She added: ‘Treats also help as well as designated playtime when our phones and computers are switched off and 100% attention is given over to them.’

Daniel Cummings agrees that playtime is important for ‘bonding’.

He explained to Metro.co.uk: ‘Take time to play with your cat as it is a fantastic way to create a strong bond.

‘Playing with fishing rod toys allow cats to express their natural hunting behaviours, and releases feel-good hormones in their brains.

‘And of course, for us owners it can be endlessly entertaining to see a cat having fun.’


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