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Where is the best place to stroke a cat?

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Where is the best place to stroke a cat?

The 4 Best (and Safest) Places to Pet Your Cat

  1. The cheeks. Cats have concentrated scent glands located on their lips and cheeks.
  2. The forehead and between the eyes. Some cats boldly initiate a petting session by bumping their heads against you.
  3. Under the chin.
  4. Along the back from head to tail.

Does it hurt a cat to pet it backwards?

Some cats may tolerate you rubbing them backwards, but generally, you can upset your cat doing it. It means they have to work to get their hair back in place unless you help by brushing them. Cats can learn to love being brushed, if you are gentle and don’t force it.

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Why does my cat like being scratched under the chin?

Cats enjoy being scratched under the chin because it’s a spot they don’t usually groom because they can’t reach it. Other than that the area under the chin is also oversensitive and should be touched with care. Why do cats like being pet under the chin?

Do cats like to be petted under their chins?

3. Some Cats Like to Be Petted Under Their Chins Sometimes, it’s right under their chin. This is the case for my boy Ash. He will sit patiently while I rub under his chin and around the side of his face. He will lift his head as high as possible and purr very loudly with every rub and scratch under his chin.

Where do cats like to be petted the most?

Sometimes, that perfect spot is the area where your cat’s tail meets the end of her back, on the haunches. My boy Rusty loves me rubbing and scratching that area. Petting him in this area sends an immediate smile to his face. 3. Some Cats Like to Be Petted Under Their Chins Sometimes, it’s right under their chin. This is the case for my boy Ash.

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Where is missmiss Kitty’s favorite spot to scratch?

Miss Kitty’s favorite spot has always been on her neck right above her shoulders. It’s rare that she’ll allow me to scratch up and down, and side to side, for as long as I’d like. It’s usually a quick stroke or two and then she’s off and running to be with the other cats or to groom herself.