Top Tips for Making
Sure You Have a Happy Cat
Cats are very intelligent animals that express various
emotions including fear, grief, jealousy, anger and love according to animal
rights advocate Igor Purlantov. For
those that are lucky enough to have a cat in their home, it is important to
know if your feline companion is happy.
Finding out if your cat is happy can sometimes be a
difficult task since cats are very good at hiding their true feelings says Igor
Purlantov. Here are several ways to help
you know if you have a happy cat:
Playful Behavior
Cats enjoy playing with others that they like and
trust. Any amount of playful activity,
from running back and forth and playing catch to simply patting your leg or
face for attention is a good indication of happiness. Cats can learn how to play catch and when
they do it is a great sign they are happy.
Body Language
Cats that keep their whiskers slightly forward and their fur
smooth with a relaxed tail are generally happy and curious. When a cat has their tail straight up in the
air, they are greeting others around them that they consider friends. A relaxed happy cat will rest with their
front paws tucked under, their ears forward, and their eyes half open. A cat that shows a sudden dilation of the
eyes is having a sudden boost of happiness and excitement.
Eating Habits
Cats that are happy have a nice healthy appetite. Each time a cat tries to get you to give them
more food and treats, they are simply playing with you and thus being
happy.
Shiny Coat
Having a shiny coat of fur is a very good indication that
your cat is in good health and thus happy.
A shiny coat is also a good sign that your cat is getting the necessary
nutrition and enjoying regular grooming which they enjoy.
Confident Behavior
A happy cat will show interest in their environment and will
be responsive when approached. Some cats
enjoy taking a proactive approach and touching everything new around the home
while others may simply watch from a distance.
In either case, a happy cat will react to a stranger with caution rather
than fear and a confident cat will generally have the highest amount of
happiness.
Vocal Cats
Cats are very good at giving vocal cues to indicate what
they are thinking or feeling. Some cats
are more vocal than others and like to engage in long conversation to show they
are happy. Quiet cats on the other hand may
express happiness with silence, and vocalize to express unhappiness. Higher
pitched sounds are generally happy while lower pitched sounds can mean they are
frustrated or being demanding.
Grooming Behavior
Cats that are happy enjoy grooming themselves so that they
look their best. Cats that enjoy
grooming other cats and even their human companions are also happy and are
showing that they trust you. Although
not all cats enjoy grooming others, cats that groom one another are happy with
each other and enjoy each other’s company.
Bathroom Behavior
When a cat starts missing the litter box and going
elsewhere, this is a good sign that something is wrong and they are not
happy. A happy cat that is adjusted and
content with their environment will always use their litter box.
Sleep Patterns
Although some cats may sleep more when they are depressed,
the location of where they sleep can be a good indication of happiness. Cats
that enjoy sleeping close to other cats and seek them out are happy and showing
that they enjoy being around others. If
your cat sleeps next to you then be happy to know that your cat trusts you and
enjoys being around you as much as possible.
And if your cat is sleeping on its back, this is the ultimate sign that
they feel safe and secure in their environment and are very happy.
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