Cats Stomachs

[Hal]

I'm just wondering... why does my cat roll over onto her stomach and acts like she wants to be rubbed there. But when I do she bites me? Not hard, but when she does she'll like my hand then walk away. Is that a tender spot or is there something wrong with my cats stomach?

[davet]

how can you actually tell when that cat rolls over that she actually wants you to rub there...maybe she is just airing herself out...???

[Traci]

Sheesh, Davet, LOL!!

Hal, she is probably eliciting play or affection. Most cats abdomens are more sensitive than other areas, so be gentle, not rough with her.

[Mona]

My Honeybun does this and sometimes will swat me, esp if I go too low on her stomach. They are very private creatures and want affection on their terms. She will roll around on the floor and lay on her back, sometimes I can pet her stomach for a long time, other times she will swat and bite (not hard); she loves chin rubs.

Just my take on this belly wave thing they do!!


Mona, Honeybun and Chloe Jean

[MA]

Davet you are too funny!

A cat rolling over in front of you is a true sign of trust on her part. It doesn't have anything to do if she wants to have her belly rubbed. That is a human response we want them to enjoy and most cats do not enjoy a good belly rub. The cat is just saying it recognizes you as the head of the home and the act of submission is a normal part of cat language. I would get nailed if I tried to rub every cat belly shown to me during the day.

[Mona]

Ma~

That is a great description. My two girls both do this. LOL!!

It really makes sense now.

Mona, Honeybun and Chloe