8 Ways To Tell If Your Cat Actually Likes You Or Just Tolerates You

If a cat isn’t that into you, they won’t be affectionate — in fact, they probably won’t be around at all. But if you and your cat are compatible, your cat will be showing their love all the time. This can include bunting, which is when they rub their heads against you, or when they walk up and rub against your legs. They might jump up on the couch and curl up right next to you, or nudge your hands to get you to touch them. If your cat is compatible with you, they’ll also roll around near you, staring into your eyes. Bonus points if you get squinty eyes with a slow blink! This is basically a cat’s kiss.

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They Groom You

According to PetMD, cats groom each other as a way to relieve stress and exchange scents. Pam Johnson-Bennett, author of feline behavior guides, told PetMD that when your cat tries to groom you by licking you and such, it’s a sign of affection — she wants to mingle her scent with yours. Grooming is a big compliment and a big sign that your cat loves you.

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They Purr When They’re With You

If a cat purrs in your presence, you’re pretty much golden. Cats purr when they feel very relaxed and happy and comfortable. If they’re doing it when they’re sitting by you, or when you’re petting them, you guys are definitely compatible.

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They Show You Their Belly

Cats are sensitive about their bellies — they don’t like that part of them to be pet or touched, and they usually don’t show it to just anyone. So if your cat rolls over and shows you their belly a lot, that’s a sign that they feel compatible with you. Catster explained, “What your cat is telling you when he shows his belly is, ‘I trust you with my life.’ Don’t violate that trust by going in for a belly rub, pet or tickle!”

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They Follow You Everywhere

Cats can be loners sometimes, but if they love their human, they will be by your side all the time. Pay attention to how your cat acts even if you’re not totally focused on them or carrying them around or tempting them with food. If they follow you everywhere, it’s because they love you and want to be by your side. That’s definitely being compatible!