At first glance, cat communication<\/a> may seem to be more complex than that of dogs, but once you\u2019re aware of the unique way that they express their happiness, you\u2019ll soon be able to quickly and easily recognize your fur baby\u2019s emotional state from one moment to the next.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The truth is, that much like humans and all other animals, our feline friends feel the happiest when all their needs are being met and they\u2019re living in an environment that makes them feel relaxed, comfortable and safe. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Why do cats rub against you?<\/a> Well, one reason is to show you how happy they are to have you around, but rubbing behavior isn\u2019t just a sign of affection. It\u2019s also their way of marking you with their scent so that other cats know that you belong to them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Cats feel happy when they have strong social bonds with those they consider a part of their tribe – and that includes you. According to pet behaviorist Dr. Wailani Sung, our feline friends rub up against us to create a colony scent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cWhen they rub on people, they leave behind oils to mark us, but it is also a sign that they like us and are happy to see us.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n Have you ever noticed your kitty engaging in a rather strange behavior where they spend what seems like forever making a kneading motion on beds, blankets and sometimes even your lap?<\/p>\n\n\n\n Also known as \u2018making biscuits\u2019 because the motion looks like they\u2019re working dough, kneading is a surefire way to tell that your feline friend is in a good mood. Vet Shelly Zachrias explains that \u201ccats are feeling content and safe when they knead.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n The height of contentment, it\u2019s thought that kneading makes our furkid\u2019s feel so happy because it\u2019s a behavior that harks back to kittenhood when they would knead their mothers for comfort. Check out our guide to \u2018why do cats knead<\/a>?’ for more information. <\/p>\n\n\n\n There\u2019s nothing more soothing than the gentle and rhythmic sound of a cat’s purr and if your kitty is curled up next to you and their motor gets started, rest assured that you have one very happy cat on your hands indeed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to Dr. Sung, cat purring is almost always positive. \u201cCat purrs during interactions with people, greeting familiar cats, while nursing kittens, or being pet can mean they\u2019re feeling happy and content.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n There are some rare instances where purring can be a sign of stress, so if you suspect that\u2019s the case, our tips on how to calm a cat<\/a> during periods of high anxiety will help you get your feline friend back to their old self again. <\/p>\n\n\n\n One of the sweetest and most endearing of cat behaviors, if a cat slow blinks at you two or three times in a row, they\u2019re signaling both trust and contentment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cDirect eye contact is considered a challenge or threat,\u201d says Dr. Sung. \u201cIf a cat is looking at another cat or person, they want the other party to know that it is a friendly look and not a hostile stare or glare. Therefore, the blink conveys the cat\u2019s intention to be friendly.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you\u2019d like to send your cat\u2019s happiness levels through the roof, try returning the compliment by slowly blinking back at them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Why do cats meow?<\/a> While it can certainly be a sign of stress, for many cats, it\u2019s their way of engaging with their humans. Not all cats will converse with you, quiet cat breeds <\/a>tend to prefer to show their happiness in other ways, but when it comes to highly outgoing kitties, expect plenty of vocalization when they\u2019re in a good mood. <\/p>\n\n\n\n A great sign that your cat is happy is if they go about their usual routine. Whether you feed them the best wet cat food or the best dry cat food, if your feline friend is eating their normal portions of food each day that\u2019s one indication that they\u2019re in a good headspace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Cats are also fastidious groomers, so another thing to be on the lookout for is whether or not they\u2019re keeping their coat looking its best. \u201cKeeping up with a healthy, pristine coat is an activity of a cat who is feeling good, healthy, and has an overall feeling of positive well-being,\u201d says Dr. Zacharias.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A content kitty will stick fairly closely to a schedule, eating well, sleeping up to 20 hours a day and keeping their coat well-groomed and shiny. If your furkid is going about their business as usual, that\u2019s a great indication that they\u2019re mentally fit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n It\u2019s important to observe what your cat’s tail is telling you<\/a> when you\u2019re trying to figure out whether or not they\u2019re happy. From feeling content or playful to threatened or scared, one of the primary ways a cat communicates their state of mind is through their tail. <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cHappy, confident cats hold their tail in a question mark position. These cats are in a good mood and usually ready to interact,\u201d explains Dr. Zacharias. <\/p>\n\n\n\n1. They rub up against you<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
2. Kneading<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
3. Purring<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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4. Slow blinking<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
5. They make conversation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
6. Normal eating, sleeping and grooming habits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
7. Their tail is in the question mark position<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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8. Chirping<\/h2>\n\n\n\n