Every cat is different, so the appropriate response to your cats meows and body language signs may include physical interaction, playtime, respecting their space, or (of course) food. Aside from being able to communicate, a cat may choose someone as their favorite simply because they provide the best lap for catnaps.

Why are cats drawn to certain humans?

Cats have a very strong sense of smell and they are able to identify different scents from a long distance. So if they notice a particular smell coming from someone, they are automatically going to be attracted to that person.

What does it mean when a cat chooses you?

But how do cats choose their human? For some cats, treats and attention determine their choice. For others, it might be the feeling of comfort and safety they experience by being in the same room with their human. Headbutts, slow blinking, and cuddles are some of their love-signs.

How do cats pick a favorite person?

The best cat-human relationships are ones in which the human adapts to the cats preferred style of communication. A cats favorite person may be the one who makes them feel comfortable and safe just by being in the same room with them. Over time, you and your cat will learn how to best communicate with each other.

Do cats feel protective of you?

Cats are often stereotyped as standoffish and aloof, even to the people who love them most, but the truth is that cats can be just as protective of their people as dogs are of theirs. Put simply, cats love their family and their family loves them right back.

Why does my cat walk on me?

You may think that the number one reason your cat likes to walk on you is because she can, and you wouldnt be too far off the mark. Most often, standing or walking on you is a precursor to her ultimate goal: staying warm. Cats knead instinctively, often from kittenhood to adulthood.

Why do cats follow me to bathroom?

Cats seem to know that when youre in the bathroom they have a captive audience. Many cats love to curl up on their persons lap on the toilet. They have your undivided attention for a certain amount of time: youre not working, or cooking, or knitting, or reading a book, or watching TV. But you are petting them.