Headbutts & Hugs: The Feline’s Flirty Moves

Ever been mid-conversation when your furball decides to offer a surprise head-bump? It’s not a kitty brain-freeze. This endearing act is actually a cat’s way of expressing affection and marking its territory. Cats have scent glands all over their bodies, particularly around their cheeks and heads.

They’re depositing their scent by rubbing against you or delivering a gentle head-butt, saying, “Hey, you’re part of my gang!” It’s their version of leaving a love note or sharing their Spotify playlist with you. So the next time Whiskers leans in for a nuzzle, know that it’s their feline way of saying, “You’re purr-fectly mine.” Go ahead and head-bump right back.