How To Tell If Your Cat Likes You

1. Purring: Purring is one of the most obvious signs that your cat is happy and content. It's a way for them to communicate their affection and enjoyment of your presence.

2. Head-butting: When a cat head-butts you, it's a sign of trust and affection. They're marking you with their scent, which is a way of claiming you as their own.

3. Rubbing against you: Similar to head-butting, rubbing against you is a way for your cat to show affection and mark their territory. It's also a way for them to leave their scent on you, which they find comforting.

4. Kneading: Kneading is an instinctive behavior that cats display when they're nursing as kittens. When your cat kneads you, it's a sign that they feel comfortable and relaxed in your presence.

5. Bringing you gifts: If your cat brings you dead animals or other small objects, it's a sign that they're trying to show you their love and appreciation. They're bringing you gifts as a way to say, "I love you, and I want you to have this."

6. Staring at you: When a cat stares at you with a relaxed expression, it's a sign that they trust you and feel comfortable in your presence. It's also a way for them to show their affection and bond with you.

7. Sleeping near you: If your cat chooses to sleep near you or on you, it's a sign that they feel safe and secure in your presence. They trust you and see you as a source of comfort.

8. Following you around: If your cat follows you around the house or greets you at the door when you come home, it's a sign that they're happy to see you and enjoy your company.

9. Playing with you: When a cat wants to play, it's a sign that they're happy, healthy, and confident in your relationship with them. Playing is a way for cats to bond with their humans and show their affection.

10. Protecting you: If your cat perceives a threat to you, they may display protective behaviors, such as hissing, growling, or even attacking the perceived threat. This behavior shows their loyalty to you and their willingness to defend you.