We were likewise lucky adequate to connect with Laura Watson, Cat Welfare Assistant at International Cat Care, who was kind adequate to respond to a few of our burning concerns about cats. Laura initially kept in mind that, although numerous habits cats show might appear unusual or entertaining to us, they’re most likely completely typical for their types. “The modern domestic cat that we know today is not that far removed from their wild ancestor, and when we understand their species-specific needs and behaviors, the behaviors that were once thought strange, suddenly make perfect sense,” she explained.
Laura shared that previous to starting her research studies diving into the habits of cats, there were numerous habits she believed were rather unusual, such as when they: “knead (rhythmic pushing of their paws in and out, at alternating times) a person or blanket, sometimes drooling whilst they do it; bring dead prey back inside the home, perceived as a gift for the caregiver from the cat; roll over and show their tummy, perceived as an invitation to touch their belly, but when you do they bite or scratch; open their mouth and draw back their upper lip ‘like a grimace’ after smelling something; sit or lay in very small spaces or high up on the tops of wardrobes, doors, or curtains; suddenly jump if they notice an object close behind them; watch a prey species out of a window and make chattering sounds to them; and suddenly have mad moments and zoom around.”
