Does she want her tummy rubbed or not? Guess wrong and you’ll pay the price. Plus, Monterrey cat’s design aesthetic and a way to resolve animal disputes among neighbors.
I don’t understand my cat. Sometimes she rolls on her back and lets me scratch and rub her tummy, but other times when I try it, she rips my hand to shreds.Al G., San JoseHere’s the best we can do — treat every belly proffer with skepticism and fear. That’s because for the most part, cats do not enjoy having their bellies rubbed, even when they offer them up.
Unlike dogs, who brazenly offer their bellies at the drop of a hat, cats are way more protective. The stomach is the cat’s most vulnerable spot, and they are hardwired to guard it with all the gusto of a 290-pound linebacker protecting his quarterback. That doesn’t mean, however, that they don’t sometimes lose their heads and let us touch that forbidden bit of flesh. You pretty much have to start the belly rubs when they are kittens. When a cat presents its stomach to you, it’s a sign they have confidence in you, even though we all know cats have trust issues.
When your kitty rolls on her back and tempts you to reach out, take a look at her overall demeanor. Is she calm and relaxed? Are her claws sheathed? If so, she might be welcoming your touch, until that fateful moment when she isn’t. On the other hand, if she’s tense and feisty, back away. It’s a trap. Actually, it’s an indication she wants to play, but by now, you know better than that. Try rubbing a plush toy near her face and engage in that way, but don’t touch the tummy unless you’ve got a whole box of bandages nearby.
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