What their ears, tail, and whiskers are actually saying.
This covers the three broad mood states body language most reliably signals, based on the AAFP's Feline Behavior Guidelines — real cats blend and vary signals, so use this as a starting read, not a precise diagnosis. Sudden, persistent, or extreme signals (ongoing hiding, aggression, growling) are worth a vet visit to rule out pain or illness.
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What your cat is actually telling you — reading body language, understanding kneading and scratching, and redirecting instincts instead of fighting them.
That rhythmic paws-on-a-blanket motion traces back to kittenhood, and it's almost always a good sign.
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