What Your Cats Tail Language is saying about their body language?

Cats Tail Language

How do you know if your according to Cats Tail Language is happy, angry, or jealous? One way to tell what your cat is thinking about their body language.

But before you begin to decipher your feline friend’s tail movements, you need to learn what the basic tail movements mean in the first place. Cat’s tails express many moods and attitudes. For example, when a cat swishes her tail back and forth on the floor, she may be expressing annoyance or anger toward another pet or human in her space.

Loosely Fluffy

When a cat wags their tail, they are usually feeling friendly. If the cat’s tail is upright and stiff, the cat feels frightened or threatened. When a cat wags their tail but holds it down low to the ground, it indicates a contented and relaxed mood.

When the end of the tail swings from side to side, this means that the cat is feeling playful. A twitching tail can mean many things: if your cat has been sitting still for a while and then starts twitching its tail, this could mean that they have just seen something unfamiliar or heard an unfamiliar noise.

Hunched Up

The cat hunches up its back because it feels either threatened or anxious. The cat will usually growl, hiss, and spit when feeling this way. A cat that has just been fighting with another cat will often exhibit these signs. If your cat suddenly hunches up, keep an eye on them as they may lash out if they feel threatened by your presence.

Ears Forward, Softly Moving, or Loosely Fluffy

When your cat’s ears are forward, they’re likely to be soft and relaxed. The back of their head will also be up, and their tail may be moving or loose as if they’re feeling safe and warm. This may mean they’re feeling content with the situation, or they could want you to pet them. Usually, this cat behavior signals a positive interaction with you.

Tense and Stiff Section

Generally, this cat posture means the cat is feeling confident, happy, and relaxed. A flat, back arched, and tightly fluffy cat tail means the cat might be feeling scared or threatened. This tale tells you that the situation has changed in some way, and it might have to do with a new animal in their territory or an unfamiliar person in their house.

Fur Flat, Back Arched, and Tightly Fluffy

When a cat has their tail flat, back arched, and tightly fluffy, they are showing that they feel threatened or vulnerable. This position can also indicate the cat is feeling fearful. Cats sometimes take this position when they are picked up because they feel overpowered. It is important to remember that just because a cat has its fur flattened against its body doesn’t mean they want to be a pet. So it’s best to approach cautiously and ask the cat if it would like some attention before proceeding.

Puffed Up or Purring

Many cat owners can tell when their cat is feeling content by noticing the cat’s tail. Cats use their tails for communication; typically, a wagging or puffed-up tail means the cat feels content.

A twitching tail can be due to nervousness or excitement, and if your cat has a lowered tail, it may feel scared or angry. Cats use their tails for balance when standing on narrow surfaces such as high ledges, so watch your kitty’s tail while standing on a windowsill, and you may see it wagging from time to time.