| Cats have a reputation for being disloyal, at least | | | | you, then it will be comfortable in your arms and will |
| compared with dogs. However that can be an unfair | | | | usually allow you to pick it up. Another common signal |
| reputation in most cases. Your cat will often show its | | | | of trust is rolling over to expose its belly, which is a |
| affection for you, and it's important to know just | | | | cats weak point. |
| how it does so you can respond in kind. This will help | | | | If your cat shows some or all of these signs of |
| you to build an even stronger bond with your pet. | | | | affection then it is likely to be content and happy. A |
| Cats purr when they are happy and content. It is | | | | consequence of happiness is the loyalty of the cat |
| usually a sign that a cat is showing affection towards | | | | will increase. Look out for other signs of affection |
| you or someone else, although very occasionally it | | | | such as licking or rubbing its nose against you, or |
| can be used to signal discontent, stress and even | | | | even bringing what the cat considers presents to |
| sickness. However given the circumstance it should | | | | you. Dead mice might not be appetizing to you, but it |
| be possible to differentiate between these two very | | | | does show your cats love towards you. |
| different emotions. As always, if you aren't sure | | | | It's important not to try and force your cat into |
| about your cats health you should visit a vet. | | | | doing any of the above. If you treat your cat well, |
| A cat wanting to show affection will also be willing to | | | | feed it properly and allow it the freedom it needs |
| rub against you, often while purring. If a cat trusts | | | | then over time your relationship will build naturally. |