Cat Communication: What Is My Cat Trying To Say? 

If you are someone who loves and wants to figure out what your cat is trying to communicate, you'll find that you can learn a great deal simply by observing how your cat interacts with you. Through their body language and through their vocalizations, you'll find that cats are always trying to get their point across, whether they are looking for attention or are feeling scared and nervous and need to be left alone.

The first thing you need to realize, is that your cat has a different way of vocalizing a certain situation. You can actually learn the your cats language if you listen to them. Everyone is aware of a cat purring when it's happy, but did you know they also purr when they are in pain. Another common sound is hissing, or spitting. This means your cat needs some space, and is trying to express that to you, your family, or other pets in the home. They also make a kittenish mew when they need a little affection, or are feeling left out. If you take the time to listen you'll pick up on many other different sounds they make and what they mean. If there are no other cats in the home, you'll even notice them start to pick up on your tones, and other tones around the house.
You cat expresses a lot of feelings with their tail. Take a look at their tail. If they are hunting it will twitch from time to time, as well as their back. The more upset your cat gets the more their tail thrashes around. When it poofs up that means they're scared of something.

Have you ever noticed that your cat is pushing on you with his forepaws? A cat who is doing this is often feeling content or sleepy and they might do it on their favorite people or even on their bed or their favorite toy. This is a motion that is strongly associated with milk and comfort for your cat. Sometimes cats will knead to show that they are uncomfortable, but for the most part, they are doing this because they are feeling good. Another sign that your cat is comfortable is that they might sprawl over on their backs or roll around.
Another sign that your cat is pleased is that they will butt his head onto your body. This is a gesture of friendliness and familiarity, as your cat is looking to mark you as their territory. This, along with your cat falling over on their side at your approach is a good sign that they trust you and is feeling pleased.
Take a little time and figure out your cat. This will come in handy when your training them, or trying to stop excessive meowing. The don't meow for no reason at all. They are trying to tell you something is NOT ok. Plus, it will connect you and further deepen your relationship with your cat.

By: Kathrynn Kelley