{"id":110876,"date":"2022-04-23T05:34:43","date_gmt":"2022-04-23T05:34:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-cat-roll-on-his-back-when-he-sees-me\/"},"modified":"2022-04-23T05:34:43","modified_gmt":"2022-04-23T05:34:43","slug":"why-does-my-cat-roll-on-his-back-when-he-sees-me","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-cat-roll-on-his-back-when-he-sees-me\/","title":{"rendered":"Why does my cat roll on his back when he sees me?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-cat-roll-on-his-back-when-he-sees-me\/#Why_does_my_cat_roll_on_his_back_when_he_sees_me\" title=\"Why does my cat roll on his back when he sees me?\">Why does my cat roll on his back when he sees me?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-cat-roll-on-his-back-when-he-sees-me\/#Why_do_cats_lay_on_their_back_with_paws_up\" title=\"Why do cats lay on their back with paws up?\">Why do cats lay on their back with paws up?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-cat-roll-on-his-back-when-he-sees-me\/#Why_does_my_cat_roll_on_her_back_and_show_me_her_belly\" title=\"Why does my cat roll on her back and show me her belly?\">Why does my cat roll on her back and show me her belly?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-cat-roll-on-his-back-when-he-sees-me\/#What_should_I_do_when_my_cat_rolls_on_her_back\" title=\"What should I do when my cat rolls on her back?\">What should I do when my cat rolls on her back?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-cat-roll-on-his-back-when-he-sees-me\/#Why_does_my_cat_lay_and_roll_over_when_he_sees_me\" title=\"Why does my cat lay and roll over when he sees me?\">Why does my cat lay and roll over when he sees me?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-cat-roll-on-his-back-when-he-sees-me\/#Why_does_my_cat_flop_over_when_she_sees\" title=\"Why does my cat flop over when she sees?\">Why does my cat flop over when she sees?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-cat-roll-on-his-back-when-he-sees-me\/#Why_do_cats_sleep_on_their_back_with_paws_up\" title=\"Why do cats sleep on their back with paws up?\">Why do cats sleep on their back with paws up?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-cat-roll-on-his-back-when-he-sees-me\/#Why_does_my_cat_lay_on_his_back_when_he_sees_me\" title=\"Why does my cat lay on his back when he sees me?\">Why does my cat lay on his back when he sees me?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-cat-roll-on-his-back-when-he-sees-me\/#What_does_it_mean_when_cats_put_their_paws_up\" title=\"What does it mean when cats put their paws up?\">What does it mean when cats put their paws up?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-cat-roll-on-his-back-when-he-sees-me\/#What_does_it_mean_when_a_cat_shows_you_its_belly\" title=\"What does it mean when a cat shows you its belly?\">What does it mean when a cat shows you its belly?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-cat-roll-on-his-back-when-he-sees-me\/#Why_does_my_cat_roll_around_and_show_me_her_belly\" title=\"Why does my cat roll around and show me her belly?\">Why does my cat roll around and show me her belly?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-cat-roll-on-his-back-when-he-sees-me\/#Why_does_my_cat_roll_on_its_back_and_look_at_me\" title=\"Why does my cat roll on its back and look at me?\">Why does my cat roll on its back and look at me?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-cat-roll-on-his-back-when-he-sees-me\/#Why_do_cats_roll_on_the_floor_when_they_see_you\" title=\"Why do cats roll on the floor when they see you?\">Why do cats roll on the floor when they see you?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-cat-roll-on-his-back-when-he-sees-me\/#Why_do_cats_lay_on_their_back_with_their_legs_open\" title=\"Why do cats lay on their back with their legs open?\">Why do cats lay on their back with their legs open?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_cat_roll_on_his_back_when_he_sees_me\"><\/span>Why does my cat roll on his back when he sees me?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Cats roll on their backs <b>to greet owners and express happiness at reuniting. Cats often roll onto their back when feeling relaxed and confident. The cat may also be requesting attention, including play or food. A cat rolling over isnt requesting a tummy tickle as the belly is the most delicate part of a cats anatomy.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_cats_lay_on_their_back_with_paws_up\"><\/span>Why do cats lay on their back with paws up?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In felines, the belly up position is actually <b>more of a defensive move. When your cat is lying on its back, it is able to attack with all four of its sharp clawed paws as well as its pointy teeth. If anyone tries to touch the cat in this position, they are ready to fight back.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_cat_roll_on_her_back_and_show_me_her_belly\"><\/span>Why does my cat roll on her back and show me her belly?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>A sign of trust.<\/b> When a cat lies on its back and shows you its belly, the cat is relaxed, comfortable, and doesnt feel threatened. It feels safe enough to expose its vulnerable areas without worrying about being attacked.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_should_I_do_when_my_cat_rolls_on_her_back\"><\/span>What should I do when my cat rolls on her back?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you think your cat is simply stretching his muscles when rolling around on his back, its best to <b>let him be. He may get angry if you attempt to touch him when hes doing this so beware! Its best to wait until your cat is finished stretching before petting him or patting your little buddy on the head to say hello.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_cat_lay_and_roll_over_when_he_sees_me\"><\/span>Why does my cat lay and roll over when he sees me?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Safety and Security Think of it as kitty zen mode. If a cat rolls over in front of you, its a good sign. <b>This is your cats way of saying, I trust you. Exposing the belly and\/or sensitive parts is a very vulnerable moment for your cat, which is an opportunity for both of you to bond.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_cat_flop_over_when_she_sees\"><\/span>Why does my cat flop over when she sees?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Flopping is something that cats will do when they feel completely comfortable and safe. This means that <b>your cat trusts you wholeheartedly! You can think of it as a cat version of giving you the keys to their hearts.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_cats_sleep_on_their_back_with_paws_up\"><\/span>Why do cats sleep on their back with paws up?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In felines, the belly up position is actually <b>more of a defensive move. When your cat is lying on its back, it is able to attack with all four of its sharp clawed paws as well as its pointy teeth. If anyone tries to touch the cat in this position, they are ready to fight back.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_cat_lay_on_his_back_when_he_sees_me\"><\/span>Why does my cat lay on his back when he sees me?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Cats roll on their backs <b>to greet owners and express happiness at reuniting. Cats often roll onto their back when feeling relaxed and confident. The cat may also be requesting attention, including play or food. A cat rolling over isnt requesting a tummy tickle as the belly is the most delicate part of a cats anatomy.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_it_mean_when_cats_put_their_paws_up\"><\/span>What does it mean when cats put their paws up?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A paw lift in cats means something similar to what it means in dogs which is: anticipation. When a cat lifts her paw, <b>something is about to happen. The cat may think that you are going to give her a treat or pet her.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_it_mean_when_a_cat_shows_you_its_belly\"><\/span>What does it mean when a cat shows you its belly?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When a cat lies on its back and shows you its belly, <b>the cat is relaxed, comfortable, and doesnt feel threatened. It feels safe enough to expose its vulnerable areas without worrying about being attacked.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_cat_roll_around_and_show_me_her_belly\"><\/span>Why does my cat roll around and show me her belly?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Affection. Most people have seen a belly pose while petting their cats. Usually, the cat will purr loudly and roll around before youll see his or her tummy. <b>A belly pose is a display of affection, and its best admired from a distance<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_cat_roll_on_its_back_and_look_at_me\"><\/span>Why does my cat roll on its back and look at me?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Cats roll on their backs <b>to greet owners and express happiness at reuniting. Cats often roll onto their back when feeling relaxed and confident. The cat may also be requesting attention, including play or food. A cat rolling over isnt requesting a tummy tickle as the belly is the most delicate part of a cats anatomy.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_cats_roll_on_the_floor_when_they_see_you\"><\/span>Why do cats roll on the floor when they see you?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Attention-getting behavior If you notice your cat showing their belly when they first see you  after school or work, for example  <b>its probably a sign that theyre happy to see you and want some attention. Think of it as excitement and a sign of love.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_cats_lay_on_their_back_with_their_legs_open\"><\/span>Why do cats lay on their back with their legs open?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Sleeping on its back will allow a cat to maximize its contact points with the cold sleeping area. The cat may also stretch out its legs <b>to keep from retaining heat. Even its paw pads and underarms will be exposed, helping its body dispel the extra warmth.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Why does my cat roll on his back when he sees me?Why do cats lay on their back with paws up?Why does my cat roll on her back and show me her belly?What should I do when my cat rolls on her back?Why does my cat lay and roll over when he&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-110876","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/110876"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=110876"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/110876\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=110876"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=110876"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=110876"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}