The Bold Servant's Misstep
How audacious of a servant, daring to act without the consent of His Majesty the Cat! It is well known that cats are cool and picky creatures, even more self-centered than dogs. After all, that is why they are called "His Majesty the Cat."
Serving His Majesty requires extreme caution to avoid any mistakes. Originally, the intention was to please the royal cat, but unfortunately, the attempt backfired terribly.
Just wait for me to tell you now, these top ten wrong behaviors you must never do, be careful or the cat will judge you with an "instant execution".
1. How to Gently Pick Up Your Cat
Imagine this: you arrive home and your cat warmly welcomes you. They're so adorable that of course, you want to pick them up, cuddle, kiss, and spin around with joy! However, sudden actions like picking up your cat unexpectedly can actually scare them and cause them to struggle or fight back.
When a cat is forcibly lifted off the ground, it feels unsafe and immediately wants to get back down. This feeling is especially strong if the cat is held like a baby with no support for their limbs, making them even more anxious and eager to escape.
To avoid frightening your cat, you should first gently touch them with your hand to give a small signal before picking them up. Also, pay attention to whether your cat enjoys being held. If they don't like it, there's no need to force it.
2. Photographing Cats: Tips for Capturing Your Furry Friend
Taking pictures often: Cats are simply too adorable. You might wish to use a 24-hour video camera to record them for memories, but actually, cats don't really like being photographed. They don't understand why they need to pose, and they can't move around freely either.
Also, be aware that the flash from phones or cameras can irritate cats' eyes, so never use it carelessly. If you want to take pictures of your cat, try using a small amount of treats and toys to attract them. This way, you might capture photos that are unexpectedly charming and irresistibly cute.
3. Understanding Eye Contact with Cats
Eye contact with cats can be tricky. When you catch the gaze of your feline companion, your instinct might be to return their look with an equally sincere stare. However, this is a big mistake. Staring straight into a cat's eyes actually signals a challenge. The cat might feel that you are provoking trouble, and internally think, "You want to harm me."
According to a report from Feline Forever, long periods of direct eye contact with a cat are considered aggressive behavior. Cats may get ready to respond as if you were a threat or prey.
Therefore, when your eyes meet with a cat's, a better approach is to slowly blink. In feline language, slow blinking means affection and friendliness—it's the cat's way of showing love and trust.
4. Understanding Cat Meowing
You meow at your cat: upon close observation, cats do not use meowing to communicate with each other. When kittens are born, they can attract their mother's attention by meowing. After being raised by humans, meowing naturally becomes a way to call their owners, for example, to ask for water, request a litter change, or seek companionship.
When we go back and forth meowing with cats, it actually fails to convey a clear message to them and may even confuse the cat. At best, you might look like a silly person talking to yourself.
5. Why Cats Don't Like Wearing Clothes
If you feel that the weather is cold and try to put clothes on your cat, you will likely be greeted with scratched paws. Cats do not like having anything added to their fur mainly because they simply do not feel cold. Extra clothing makes them uncomfortable and restricts their movement.
Many times, dressing cats is just the owner's one-sided wish to satisfy personal preferences, without any real necessity. Therefore, unless it is necessary, it is better not to force cats to wear clothes to avoid making them dislike you.
6. The Truth About Cats Drinking Milk
It is commonly believed that cats drinking milk is perfectly normal. However, increasing evidence shows that milk is actually not suitable for cats. Consuming milk can often lead to diarrhea.
The reason is that cats are naturally lactose intolerant, making it difficult for them to digest milk. As a result, drinking milk frequently causes digestive issues such as loose stools.
If you really want to give your cat milk, it is best to purchase milk specially formulated for cats.
7. Why Cats Dislike Change
Cats are very sensitive creatures, especially when it comes to changes in their environment. They tend to feel stressed and anxious easily. It's not just changes in the arrangement of furniture at home; even going for a walk, visiting the vet, or using any form of transportation can trigger uneasy feelings in cats.
This is why when cat owners take their pets outside, their "majestic" companions often put up a strong resistance. They may meow persistently and show signs of panic, trying their best to resist the outing.
8. Why You Shouldn't Stop Cats from Scratching
Cats need to scratch objects to wear down their claws, much like how humans find long nails inconvenient and easy to injure. Scratching is a natural behavior that helps keep their claws healthy and sharp.
Additionally, scratching allows cats to leave their marks, signaling to other cats that this is their territory. This territorial marking is important for their social interactions.
More importantly, scratching helps cats release emotions and shift their mood. It serves as an emotional outlet and contributes to their overall mental well-being.
Therefore, you should not prohibit your cat from scratching. Since this behavior is essential and beneficial to their health, the best approach is to train your cat to use a scratching post. This way, your cat can happily scratch without damaging your furniture or bedding!
9. Cat Bathing Tips
Cats are naturally very clean animals, so cat owners don't need to be overly intentional about giving their cats regular baths. Additionally, cat fur itself is not easy to dry. When their fur gets wet, it can make cats feel uncomfortable and affect their normal activities. Without realizing it, this can even easily lead to them catching a cold!
10. Keeping Your Cat Safe Without Confinement
Confinement: Is locking your cat in a cage the safest way to protect it? That's actually very silly and naive. Although cats spend their days mostly eating and sleeping with very little movement, they are naturally lovers of freedom. If you lock your cat up as soon as you leave the house, it will feel extreme pressure and stress.
Unless absolutely necessary, there is no need to confine your cat in a cage. To keep your cat safe, just remember to close the doors tightly, add protective nets to balcony windows, and remove any dangerous items around the house.
How to Please the Emperor: Behaviors to Avoid
If you want to win the Emperor's favor, avoid committing these ten behaviors. Otherwise, the Emperor might condemn you to a "death penalty," and then it will be very difficult to make amends.
Every cat is unique, so these guidelines are not absolute. Usually, pay close attention to your master's preferences to avoid any mistakes.
