Although they are famous for being independent, detached, and even surly, any cat owner knows well that all of this has a lot to do with popular belief, and a great proof of this is how these pets they start chasing you around the house as soon as you step foot in it. It is also very likely that you have wondered why they do this and the truth is that it is a question with an answer.
Although, if we compare them with dogs, it can be said that the personality of cats is generally more independent, they are still pets and, therefore, they are also affectionate, seek human contact and need to establish ties with those who live with them.
In other words, even if they have a strong character, scratch or are not always willing to be petted, they are pets that they feel love for their human family and have their way of showing itbeing persecuted one of them.
It’s something that It is part of their nature and instinct. and, although there may also be other reasons that explain this behavior, love and attachment is usually the main reason why a cat follows you everywhere.
After all, you are his reference figure and you play the same role that his mother would play: you feed him, offer him security, affection, you clean the sandbox… In short, you take care of him. How can he not want to spend time with you after missing you?
However, the gesture of following you can also be a way to claim attention. You can recognize that this is the cause, especially because your cat, in addition to following you, crosses between your legs, rubs against you, rubs against you…
It could also mean that you have desire to play and vent their energy or acquire skills. This can be the case, especially when it comes to a puppy.
Finally, due to its own feline nature, it can interpret that your walks around the house are the same as the animal would do in freedom: travel its territory to know it well and check that there are no intruders or dangerous elements for survival. If they can’t be cuter.
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