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Cat touching person

A cat’s sense of touch – paws, nose and whiskers

PoC avatarPosted on May 18, 2022 by Michael BroadMay 21, 2022

A definition of touch might be: To cause or permit a part of the body, especially the hand or fingers, to come in contact with (something) so as to feel..”1. Touch is not confined to touching an object with our … continue reading…

Posted in Cat Anatomy | Tagged cat anatomy, cat paws, cat senses, cat touching person, nose touching | 5 Replies
Cat interacting with owner

Does your cat like you quiz?

PoC avatarPosted on August 11, 2021 by Michael BroadAugust 11, 2021

This is a “Does your cat like you quiz!” You can make of it what you want. It can’t be 100% guaranteed to tell you whether your cat likes you or not. All it can do is indicate that you’ve … continue reading…

Posted in quiz | Tagged bonding, cat love, cat touching person, interspecies friendships, nose touching, quiz | Leave a reply
Sibling cats form a heart shape in a novel way

Picture of 2 cats forming a heart shape in a new way

PoC avatarPosted on January 30, 2021 by Michael BroadJanuary 31, 2021

For me this is a new way for cats to form a heart shape! Big deal. Yes, I know it is trivia but there is almost a meme online for two cats forming a heart shape. Now the big question … continue reading…

Posted in Pictures of Cats | Tagged cat friendships, cat touching person, friendship between cats, nose touching, pictures of cats | Leave a reply
The Michelangelo technique for humans greeting cats

The Michelangelo technique for humans greeting cats

PoC avatarPosted on June 23, 2020 by Michael BroadJune 23, 2020

The Michelangelo technique for humans greeting cats is Jackson Galaxy’s. I’d rather use his inimitable words than mine as I don’t want to in any way misdescribe it. As the cat approaches, I will allow my hand to relax, palm … continue reading…

Posted in greeting behavior | Tagged cat behavior, cat friends, cat greeting behavior, greeting behavior, jackson galaxy, nose touching | 2 Replies
Feline nose touch greeting - cat to human

Cat-to-human friendly nose touch greeting

PoC avatarPosted on February 11, 2019 by Michael BroadMarch 10, 2021

This is a cat-to-human friendly nose touch greeting. Cats who are friendly with each do it a lot combined with the tail up and scent exchange rubbing including head butting. It’s very hard for a domestic cat to greet us … continue reading…

Posted in greeting behavior | Tagged cat behavior, cat greeting behavior, greeting behavior, nose touching, tail up | 1 Reply
Cat smile or feline anatomy?

Why do humans and dogs smile but cats don’t?

PoC avatarPosted on October 8, 2018 by Michael BroadOctober 9, 2018

Why do humans and dogs smile but cats don’t? Firstly, I am not sure that dogs do smile but I’ll concentrate on humans and cats, two species that I know well. Note: these are my thoughts because the experts don’t … continue reading…

Posted in affection | Tagged cat greeting behavior, cat purr, cat smile, nose touching, tail up | 8 Replies
Why do cats sniff each others noses?

Why do cats sniff each other’s noses?

PoC avatarPosted on April 6, 2018 by Michael BroadApril 18, 2020

Cats don’t sniff each other’s noses as a greeting; they touch or near-touch instead. It is the same as the human handshake. It is a friendly gesture which enhances the relationship between cats or cat and other species of animal including humans.

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Posted in friends | Tagged cat friends, cat friendships, cat greeting behavior, nose touching | 2 Replies

Kissing Kittens

PoC avatarPosted on August 11, 2013 by Michael BroadAugust 11, 2013

This is the first time that I have seen this sort of behavior. The video (animated .gif file, actually) is a bit peculiar and I hope it plays for you. Below the video is a still image in case the … continue reading…

Posted in Cat Behavior, greeting behavior | Tagged cat behavior, cat greeting behavior, nose touching | 4 Replies
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