Sleepy tail
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Your cat has no desire to hit the snooze button. There's a perfectly natural reason why they pounce on your face before your alarm goes off: Cats are crepuscular, which means they're most active between dusk and dawn. That's leaves a lot of time for other activities, like taking cat naps, which they do from 12 to 16 hours a day. They snooze in all kinds of positions that confound us, but when we see their tail tucked underneath their cute little face while they're sleeping, Dr. Marks says you're seeing "a very comfortable and relaxed cat." For the ultimate in cuteness, take a look at these adorable animals that can sleep pretty much anywhere.
There's no question about it
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If you notice your cat carrying its tail high with a little curl or curve at the end that resembles a question mark, that's the green light for playtime. "This is a wonderful time for pet owners to engage in interactive play and exercise," Dr. Mark says. "Your cat should be quite responsive." Since cats can sleep up to 16 hours a day and spend up to six hours grooming a day, this is a good time to take advantage of their playful mood. Here are more telltale signs your cat is happy.
A tail 'stashe
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When you come home to a dog, it's an all-out welcome-home party. There's jumping, tail-wagging, and lots of slobbery kisses. Cats, well…let's just say they're a bit more subtle. Some might sashay by your leg, while others might not acknowledge you at all, preferring to check you out from the coveted sunny spot by the window. Later, when they forgive you for leaving them, they might snuggle in close and curl their tail around your face. What may seem like a bold and rude way to make contact is actually a genuine display of affection. "Cats curve their tail around people or other cats that they are bonded to or feel happy around," explains Dr. Marks. "This behavior is called affiliative and is a reinforcement of the human-animal bond."
If you can't get enough kitty cuddles, these affectionate cat breeds are sure to return the love on a regular basis.
11 Secrets Your Cat's Tail Is Trying to Tell You, Source:https://www.rd.com/advice/secrets-your-cats-tail-is-trying-to-tell-you/
