{"id":177,"date":"2021-01-26T13:49:01","date_gmt":"2021-01-26T19:49:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mobilevetmd.com\/blog\/?p=177"},"modified":"2021-01-26T13:49:01","modified_gmt":"2021-01-26T19:49:01","slug":"how-abolutely-pawsitively-sure-have-happy-cat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.englishtownvet.com\/blog\/how-abolutely-pawsitively-sure-have-happy-cat\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Be Absolutely, Paws-itively Sure You Have a Happy Cat"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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There\u2019s a lot to consider when it comes to your cat’s health. Of course, you\u2019ll want to be sure they\u2019re eating the right food for their age and lifestyle, exercising every day, and standing up to year round parasites. But to truly address feline wellness<\/a>, it\u2019s crucial to look at the entire animal. In other words, a happy cat is a healthy cat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

I Want It Right Meow!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are lots of powerful visual indicators that signal how a cat feels. Understanding cat body language<\/a> is a great place to start. First of all, a happy cat will purr when satisfied, warm and content. They will also knead on or near their favorite person. Their whiskers appear to be relaxed (as opposed to taut when anxious or aggressive), their tail is pointed straight up to the ceiling (and may even be vibrating!), and their ears are positioned upright. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Especially Feline<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A happy cat also strategizes the best ways to be close to their preferred person or place. They may rub against you as you stand, follow you around, and vocalize their needs. They are friendly, communicative and engaged with their surroundings. Some cats will even drool when they get special treatment from their owners!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019re Mine Now…<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A happy cat will mark their environment with scent glands located in the corners of their mouths. They might attempt to do this directly on you, but are also known to mark your stuff as theirs, such as your shoes, chair, books, phone, and other furniture. If you approach them, they\u2019ll likely head bump you in the equivalent of a hug. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

…And I\u2019m Yours <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A happy cat is trusting of their person. They will easily show off their vulnerable midsection in a plea for a belly rub. A cat that fears or mistrusts their environment<\/a> will not be so open to this type of affection. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Love Your Happy Cat<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s always room for improvement, and even seasoned cat owners can attest to the fact that their cat\u2019s needs are always evolving. As a rule of thumb, it\u2019s best to pay constant attention to your cat\u2019s daily wellness and make accommodations for even slight changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n