If the cat bites you, here’s what it really means

Love Bites

If your cat really likes you, it’s not unusual for them to give you a little nibble now and then. It’s just their way of saying you’ve done a great job! Cats may give soft, gentle bites as a way to show affection. This often happens when they’re purring or enjoying being petted.

“They may be saying, ‘I’m enjoying this interaction but it’s becoming too much for me. I’m nearing my limit,’” says Samantha Bell, a cat expert from Best Friends Animal Society.

A cat might also give a playful nip when it’s hungry, signaling a request for food. Similarly, these affectionate bites can also be a subtle way for a cat to ask for more attention or affection. Rather than being a sign of aggression, these nibbles are typically a cat’s way of expressing its needs and reinforcing its bond with its owner.

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