More and more people like to keep a cat at home, but they don’t have an in-depth understanding of cats. Many behaviors of cats can easily cause misunderstandings among owners, such as tail wagging. Today, let’s analyze what cats are thinking when they make different tail movements!

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Tail wagging

1. Swing gently and widely

Cats just gently wagging the tip of their tails represent joy, relaxation, and happiness. They are usually in a safe environment and are in a good mood after eating enough and sleeping.

2. Tail tip trembling

If the tail tip vibrates suddenly, it means the cat may be feeling a little irritable. The more the tail tip trembles, the more irritable it is. At this time, you need to get some toys or food to appease the cat.

3. Large and rapid swing (similar to a dog wagging its tail)

If the whole tail is wagging, it means that it is aggressive, angry, and vigilant, usually when its territory is invaded and when it is preparing to hunt.

IV. Slight shaking

When you call your cat, the cat will wag its tail twice to indicate that it heard you. This action means "I heard you calling me!"

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Vertical tail

1. Raise your tail and expose your butt

It originated when a cat wanted its mother to give it a bath when it was young. When it grows up, it is a way of showing friendliness, meaning it wants to get close to you and play together.

2. The tail is erect and the tip of the tail is slightly curved

It means that the cat is very interested in you, but still a little wary,

Usually this is a sign that the cat has just come into contact with something that is not hostile and is not yet familiar with it, and it means it is curious.

3. The tail stands up and trembles slightly

When you pet a cat, this phenomenon is likely to occur. Firstly, it is used to show that the cat recognizes you; secondly, it means that your touch makes it feel comfortable.

4. Stand straight up and the hair will explode

This is how the fried-haired cat came about. There is no doubt that this is a self-defense expression of the cat’s sense of self-defense against the threat it feels,

The cat may attack at any time!

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Tail clip

1. Put your tail between your legs

There is a saying for humans, "Tuck your tail between your legs and be a human being", and the same is true for cats. This means that the cat has done something wrong, is afraid, is submissive, or has a low status in its environment.

2. The tail shakes slightly downward

On the one hand, this happens when a cat goes to the toilet. On the other hand, when a cat is hunting, its buttocks will sway slightly from side to side, and its tail will twitch slightly and its tail will be curled to one side, exposing its buttocks. This is different from having the tail raised up, but rolled up to one side of the buttocks, exposing the anus. This is a sign of a cat in heat and preparing to mate with a male cat.

3. The tail is downward as a whole, and the tip of the tail is slightly curved upward

This means that the cat is very comfortable at the moment and enjoying a quiet and comfortable time with its owner. At this time, cats are very talkative, and they are more willing to accept some petting and hugging actions.

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These are the various meanings of cat tails. What do you think or gain after reading this article? We should cherish these lovely creatures, because every life is hard-won. Spend your time understanding them and caring for them, and I believe you will be able to get along happier!