Cat Behavior
CAT BEHAVIOR 
This section has been broken down into eight areas:
- Your Cat's Ears Show Your Cat's Mood
- What a Wagging Tail Signifies
- Destroying Furniture
- Greeting
- Hopping
- Kneeding
- Marking
- Grooming
YOUR CAT'S EARS SHOW YOUR CAT'S MOOD
If the ears are upright, that is the sign of a contented cat. If the ears are held against the head, that indicates a frightened cat. If the ears are folded back, that is a cautious cat.
WHAT A WAGGING TAIL SIGNIFIES
Tail wagging is usually a sign of agitation. When a cat is very upset, it will fluff its tail out and move it from side to side. A secure cat carries its tail straight up.
DESTROYING FURNITURE
Cats tear furniture for many reasons but usually it is to sharpen their claws. They also have scent glands under their feet which enable them to mark the furniture. A scratching post is extremely important to prevent the destruction of furniture and/or carpet.
GREETINGS
A cat rolling on its back is its way to show a friendly greeting given to its family members and friends. The cat may also rub against a leg or allow an exchange of scents with a person or another family pet.
HOPPING
Cats often hop on their hind legs. This is seen when cats greet each other. The gesture is usually followed by wrestling and rolling on the ground.
KNEADING
If your cat kneads your lap with its front paws, it is doing a slow up and down motion that is kittenlike and is actually a compliment to you. Kneading reminds cats of the warmth they experienced as nursing kittens.
MARKING
Cats, like dogs, mark territory with urine. Whole males will spray continuously to mark their territory. Neutering will help to eliminate this behavior.
GROOMING
Cats groom themselves to keep clean and also when they are stressed. They also groom other feline companions as a way to show affection.
