These sometimes puzzling, almost ludicrous acts conceal a highly particular language. Furthermore, if your cat appears to ignore you before coming to rub affectionately against you, it’s possible that he considers you a full-fledged member of his territory. So, what do these attitudes actually mean? Let’s explore this interesting planet together.

He urinates standing up, tail wagging; it is not an accident.

When we find a small puddle of pee on a wall or piece of furniture, we frequently assume it is a mistake or a health issue. However, it is a form of communication. Contrary to popular opinion, marking territory is not limited to unneutered males; females and neutered cats can also do it.

Consider a notice board on which a cat would place its smell “message.” This marking, which is often done high up, signals its presence to other cats, establishes boundaries, or indicates its emotional state. It may even mark again if it detects that an intruder has changed its signal.

Panting, saliva, and heat: How he cools himself

A panting cat? That’s an intriguing image. Unlike dogs, cats do not use their tongues to control their body temperature. However, when it is extremely hot, such as on a scorching afternoon in Marseille, some cats may pant to relieve the excess heat.

They also use another trick: licking their fur. The evaporation of saliva provides them with a short cooling effect, similar to rubbing a damp glove over your forehead in the middle of summer.

He rubs against your legs as a symbol of attachment.

Does your cat gently rub against your calves as soon as you arrive home? It is not only to meet you. This behavior is full with meaning: it mixes affection, acknowledgment, and… marking!