I'm sure many of you master cat owners will say, "I already know that." I was also one of those people who thought, "I already know that," but when I actually looked into it, I was shocked to find out there was a reason for it! Let's decipher the basic emotions and even the more esoteric emotions surrounding cat tails!!
Tail standing vertically
When a cat's tail is erect, it's a sign that it's in a good mood. When a cat wants to be pampered or wants food, it will come up to you with its tail erected. When it's feeling extremely happy, it may even wiggle the tip of its tail. This is an affectionate expression of "I love you!", so let it indulge in lots of affection. It's said that when a cat is in a good mood, it erects its tail, a remnant of the time when it was cared for by its mother. Mother cats lick their kittens' anus to encourage excretion, and kittens erect their tails to make it easier for them to be cared for. Kittens physically learn the sense of security and love they receive from their mother cats, and will erect their tails when they're happy. The act of erecting their tails to show affection isn't limited to mother cats and owners; cats will also do so to greet each other if they're friendly with each other.
The tail hair stands on end and suddenly becomes thick and fluffy.
When a cat's tail is puffed up and standing on end, it is in attack mode. It is feeling angry and threatening. Normally, a cat's fur is soft and fluffy, but when it is facing an opponent it will stand up not only on its tail but on the rest of its body to make it look bigger. Tail fur doesn't only stand up when it is threatening or attacking. It also becomes thick and fluffy when it feels scared. It can be cute when a cat is surprised, and you might want to try to scare it a little, but cats are more stressed than you might imagine. If you have just got a cat and it is not yet used to your home, or if it is a timid cat, be careful not to stimulate it.
When held, it presses its tail tightly against its belly
If your cat rests its tail against its belly when you hold it on its back, it's a sign that it's scared. Its body will also be stiff, so you can tell by the feel of it when you hold it. Have you ever had the experience of your cat seeming comfortable when you stroke its head or back, but then suddenly getting angry when you stroke its belly? The belly is a weak spot for most animals, not just cats, so they dislike being touched or having their bellies exposed for long periods of time. Placing their tail against their belly is a defensive posture, and one theory is that they use their tail to cover their own scent from around their anus so that a frightening person won't notice it. They will also rest their tail against their belly if suddenly picked up by a stranger. When they're not feeling nervous or scared, their tail will hang down, so if you're worried, check the condition of their tail.
Loud and fluttering
When a cat's tail moves from side to side vigorously, it means it's irritated. You might even be able to tell by looking at its face. When humans get irritated, they'll fidget or tap the table with the pen they're holding. Cats also lash their tails vigorously to release the stress of their anger. When this happens, leave them alone. There's no need to pet them to cheer them up. When they're sleeping or concentrating on something, you might find them adorable and end up paying them more attention than necessary, but when they start lashing their tails, it's a sign that they're being pushy, so just say "yes" and stop paying attention.
When sleeping, they shake the tip of their tail
When you call a cat sleeping peacefully (or lazily), they may give a small wag of their tail. This is their way of responding, saying, "Yes, I understand." Cats sleep an average of 14 to 16 hours, depending on their age. Kittens sleep nearly 20 hours a day. Their deep sleep is shorter, with deep sleep lasting a total of 1 to 3 hours. When not hunting, cats have the habit of sleeping to conserve energy. This habit is the same for housecats, who don't need to hunt. Cats, sleeping in a state where they can quickly escape if attacked, are also sensitive to surrounding sounds. They know their owner is calling them. However, if they decide it's not worth flying over to, they'll respond by wagging their tail. They're not trying to ignore their owner, so just let them sleep quietly.
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It is often thought that cats are harder to understand than dogs, but you can see changes in their emotions by looking at the movements of their tails. Even cats with short tails (as if they have a pompom attached) will spread their fur when they feel scared. When they are thinking about what to do, their tails will move subtly. Cats are often thought of as cool, but when it comes to their loved ones, they will express their affection with their whole body, including their tails. If you are planning to get a cat, or if you are wondering why they flap their tails so much, please take a look at this article.
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