Cats standing on two paws, a secret communication gesture?
Cats have varying personalities, mirroring their owners in many ways. They love to cuddle and play. Even the most apathetic or individualistic cat will occasionally show some affection. However, pets can't tell us their needs verbally, so it's important to understand how to interpret their behaviors.
8:33 PM EST, January 20, 2024
Why does a cat stand on two paws?
It is often said that cats walk their own paths. They not only do whatever they fancy, but they also behave in manners that they deem suitable. They can be quite stubborn, but they are also experts at pleasing their owners.
Whenever they need something from us, they spare no effort to get it. Sometimes they meow so intensely that, for our own peace, we give in to their demands. They also frequently seek physical proximity, making it hard for us to refuse them anything.
Interestingly, some pets stand on two paws. This behavior is typically observed when they want to greet their owner. It's well-known that cats communicate through senses like smell and taste. That's why this gesture is an unmistakable signal for us to lift them up, giving them easy access to our faces, which they can nuzzle and even touch with their noses.
Cats greet each other in the same way, hence, by snuggling up to us, they might treat us as one of their own.
Does every cat stand on two paws?
While one cat might laze on the sofa all day, another may crave plenty of affection; some are always at play. Cats are excellent at reading their owner's moods. Seeing their enthusiasm upon our return home, it's hard to shake the impression that they genuinely missed us.
When standing on two paws, some cats make a characteristic jump and even reach out with their front limbs. However, it turns out that this isn't entirely natural behavior for them. Cats are quadruped animals, hence not every feline has the ability or inclination to behave this way.
