Reading Pet Emotions Through Behavior: Understand To Love More!
We love our furry friends and consider them special members of our family. Just like children, pets always need our attention and care. However, unlike children, pets cannot tell us what they are thinking or how they feel. Let's pay attention and decipher the "voice of the heart" through their behavior to bring them a happier life!
1. Wagging tail and jumping up
When you come home and open the door, your dog will wag his tail and jump up like a kangaroo - that's when love is most evident. This is the classic way dogs show their affection.
2. Cling and lean on you
Sometimes your dog will rub his head against you and lean on you to seek your attention, such as when he wants to go for a walk or play. In situations where your dog feels scared or panicked, running towards you and leaning on you is a sign that he sees you as an “ally” and a trusted source of comfort.
3. Quietly watching you leave the house
If your dog quietly follows you when you leave the house, it shows that they trust you and believe that you will come back. On the other hand, if your dog becomes panicked every time you leave, it shows that they feel anxious and isolated.
4. Cat meow
A soft "meow" is usually a greeting, a way to get your attention or to ask for something (e.g. food). A loud, prolonged meow indicates that your cat is making an urgent request or is feeling uncomfortable. A "growling" or hissing sound from your cat indicates that your cat feels threatened or angry.
5. Cats like to hide in boxes
Anyone who owns a cat knows that as soon as they have a box in the house, they will immediately make it their hiding place. It's simple - cats love enclosed spaces and hiding in boxes gives them a sense of security.
6. Cats love to sleep next to you
Cats instinctively choose the safest place to sleep. So if your cat sleeps next to you, it means they really love and trust you! Also, if your cat sleeps with their back to you, it means they feel comfortable and at ease.
7. Cat stretches its hind legs
Cats sleep 12 to 16 hours a day, which often lowers their blood pressure. So after waking up or lying still for a long time, they will stretch their bodies. This action helps blood flow to the brain and muscles, making them feel more awake.
8. Cats bury their poop.
Cats' habit of burying their feces is related to their instinct for self-preservation. In the wild, predators with keen noses can easily detect the scent of cat feces. Therefore, weaker or smaller cats bury their waste to avoid attracting potential threats.