He’s seeking your attention (and he knows how to get it)
Who hasn’t seen their cat rubbing its head insistently just before mealtime? This behavior can also be a well-practiced way of getting your attention. Between head rubbing, meowing, and running back and forth between your legs, your furry friend knows exactly how to get noticed.
And if you consistently respond with a pat, a treat, or opening a door, you reinforce this behavior… which can quickly become a recurring request. It’s up to you to gently set boundaries if this becomes too frequent!
A feline greeting
When you come home, does your cat often wait for you by the door, greeting you with a rub, a meow, or even a roll on the floor? This “greeting” behavior even has a scientific name: allorubbing . It’s a social ritual among cats living together, which they also adapt for their favorite humans!
According to a 2021 study, 83% of cats greet their owners after a separation, even a brief one. A sweet way of saying, “I missed you.”
