{"id":111498,"date":"2022-04-23T05:54:26","date_gmt":"2022-04-23T05:54:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-does-it-mean-when-a-cat-stares-at-you-5\/"},"modified":"2022-04-23T05:54:26","modified_gmt":"2022-04-23T05:54:26","slug":"what-does-it-mean-when-a-cat-stares-at-you-5","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-does-it-mean-when-a-cat-stares-at-you-5\/","title":{"rendered":"What does it mean when a cat stares at you?"},"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\/what-does-it-mean-when-a-cat-stares-at-you-5\/#What_does_it_mean_when_a_cat_stares_at_you\" title=\"What does it mean when a cat stares at you?\">What does it mean when a cat stares at you?<\/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\/what-does-it-mean-when-a-cat-stares-at-you-5\/#Why_does_my_kitten_stare_at_me_without_blinking\" title=\"Why does my kitten stare at me without blinking?\">Why does my kitten stare at me without blinking?<\/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\/what-does-it-mean-when-a-cat-stares-at-you-5\/#Should_I_stare_at_my_kitten\" title=\"Should I stare at my kitten?\">Should I stare at my kitten?<\/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\/what-does-it-mean-when-a-cat-stares-at-you-5\/#Why_does_my_cat_stare_at_me_creepy\" title=\"Why does my cat stare at me creepy?\">Why does my cat stare at me creepy?<\/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\/what-does-it-mean-when-a-cat-stares-at-you-5\/#Why_do_cats_just_stare_at_you\" title=\"Why do cats just stare at you?\">Why do cats just stare at you?<\/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\/what-does-it-mean-when-a-cat-stares-at-you-5\/#Why_does_my_cat_stare_at_me_without_blinking\" title=\"Why does my cat stare at me without blinking?\">Why does my cat stare at me without blinking?<\/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\/what-does-it-mean-when-a-cat-stares-at-you-5\/#Why_does_my_cat_creepy_stare_at_me\" title=\"Why does my cat creepy stare at me?\">Why does my cat creepy stare at me?<\/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\/what-does-it-mean-when-a-cat-stares-at-you-5\/#Should_I_stare_back_at_my_cat\" title=\"Should I stare back at my cat?\">Should I stare back at my cat?<\/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\/what-does-it-mean-when-a-cat-stares-at-you-5\/#Why_does_my_kitten_just_stare_at_me\" title=\"Why does my kitten just stare at me?\">Why does my kitten just stare at me?<\/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\/what-does-it-mean-when-a-cat-stares-at-you-5\/#How_do_cats_stare_without_blinking\" title=\"How do cats stare without blinking?\">How do cats stare without blinking?<\/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\/what-does-it-mean-when-a-cat-stares-at-you-5\/#Why_does_my_kitten_not_blink\" title=\"Why does my kitten not blink?\">Why does my kitten not blink?<\/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\/what-does-it-mean-when-a-cat-stares-at-you-5\/#Is_it_OK_to_stare_at_your_cat\" title=\"Is it OK to stare at your cat?\">Is it OK to stare at your cat?<\/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\/what-does-it-mean-when-a-cat-stares-at-you-5\/#Should_I_make_eye_contact_with_my_kitten\" title=\"Should I make eye contact with my kitten?\">Should I make eye contact with my kitten?<\/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\/what-does-it-mean-when-a-cat-stares-at-you-5\/#Why_does_my_kitten_stare_into_my_eyes\" title=\"Why does my kitten stare into my eyes?\">Why does my kitten stare into my eyes?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-does-it-mean-when-a-cat-stares-at-you-5\/#Why_do_cats_look_creepy\" title=\"Why do cats look creepy?\">Why do cats look creepy?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-does-it-mean-when-a-cat-stares-at-you-5\/#What_does_it_mean_if_a_cat_is_staring_at_you\" title=\"What does it mean if a cat is staring at you?\">What does it mean if a cat is staring at you?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-does-it-mean-when-a-cat-stares-at-you-5\/#Why_does_my_cat_just_sit_and_stare_at_me\" title=\"Why does my cat just sit and stare at me?\">Why does my cat just sit and stare at me?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-does-it-mean-when-a-cat-stares-at-you-5\/#What_happens_if_you_stare_a_cat_in_the_eyes\" title=\"What happens if you stare a cat in the eyes?\">What happens if you stare a cat in the eyes?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-does-it-mean-when-a-cat-stares-at-you-5\/#Why_is_my_cat_staring_at_me_with_big_eyes\" title=\"Why is my cat staring at me with big eyes?\">Why is my cat staring at me with big eyes?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-does-it-mean-when-a-cat-stares-at-you-5\/#Why_does_my_cat_look_at_me_and_stare\" title=\"Why does my cat look at me and stare?\">Why does my cat look at me and stare?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-does-it-mean-when-a-cat-stares-at-you-5\/#Why_does_my_cat_stare_at_me_with_evil_eyes\" title=\"Why does my cat stare at me with evil eyes?\">Why does my cat stare at me with evil eyes?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_it_mean_when_a_cat_stares_at_you\"><\/span>What does it mean when a cat stares at you?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Theyre Showing Affection<\/b> Even though staring is considered rude in humans, its a way for cats to let you know that they love you. If you catch your cat staring at you in between soft blinks, this is a probable sign of your cat just taking the time out of their day to adore you.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_kitten_stare_at_me_without_blinking\"><\/span>Why does my kitten stare at me without blinking?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>The Cat Is Curious Or Surprised<\/b> It doesnt mean that cats are upset, but if theyre staring at you without blinking theyre likely very interested or surprised by a sound youre making or something youre doing, as Dr. Georgina Ushi Phillips, DVM at Better With Cats, tells Romper.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_stare_at_my_kitten\"><\/span>Should I stare at my kitten?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Cat owners are often encouraged to slowly blink or wink their eyes (e.g. sleepy eyes) when directly looking toward their cats. This sends a message that you are not a threat and they should not be alarmed. However, cats always prefer their owners using their peripheral vision to look at them rather than a direct gaze.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_cat_stare_at_me_creepy\"><\/span>Why does my cat stare at me creepy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Cats are naturally curious, so theyll often stare at someone simply because theyre interested in what that person is doing. Cats are naturally curious and since they are prey and predator animals, they always like to know what it is going on around.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_cats_just_stare_at_you\"><\/span>Why do cats just stare at you?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Cats are part of the family bond, even if its just the two of you. They love their owner(s) and feel dependent on them for security, comfort, play and food. <b>Having a staring contest is just another way to affirm your bond<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_cat_stare_at_me_without_blinking\"><\/span>Why does my cat stare at me without blinking?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>The Cat Is Curious Or Surprised<\/b> It doesnt mean that cats are upset, but if theyre staring at you without blinking theyre likely very interested or surprised by a sound youre making or something youre doing, as Dr. Georgina Ushi Phillips, DVM at Better With Cats, tells Romper.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_cat_creepy_stare_at_me\"><\/span>Why does my cat creepy stare at me?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Cats are naturally curious, so theyll often stare at someone simply because theyre interested in what that person is doing. Cats are naturally curious and since they are prey and predator animals, they always like to know what it is going on around.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_stare_back_at_my_cat\"><\/span>Should I stare back at my cat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While staring may seem amusing at first, the more you do it, the less at ease your kitty will get. <b>You should not return your cats look by staring back because staring is interpreted by cats as a sign of hostility. Staring at a cat can cause them to become scared, furious, and distrustful.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_kitten_just_stare_at_me\"><\/span>Why does my kitten just stare at me?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Your Cat Stares at You <b>to Show Affection<\/b> Cats can use staring as a nonverbal way of communicating. Even though a long, unblinking stare may not be the best way for humans to show affection, when your fur baby does this, it may mean theyre showing love to their favourite owner.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_cats_stare_without_blinking\"><\/span>How do cats stare without blinking?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Cats have a third eyelid (nictitating membrane), so they dont need to blink to lubricate the eyes. This makes narrowing and closing eyes optional for cats. Many owners find their cats staring at them first thing in the morning because the cat is waiting for you to wake up.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_kitten_not_blink\"><\/span>Why does my kitten not blink?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When we blink, our eyelids spread tears to keep the eye surface moist and remove debris. Cats, however, dont blink to remove tears. Instead, <b>their tears evaporate after particles are removed from the eye. This allows cats to get the benefits of blinking without ever fully closing their eyes.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_OK_to_stare_at_your_cat\"><\/span>Is it OK to stare at your cat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While staring may seem amusing at first, the more you do it, the less at ease your kitty will get. <b>You should not return your cats look by staring back because staring is interpreted by cats as a sign of hostility. Staring at a cat can cause them to become scared, furious, and distrustful.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_make_eye_contact_with_my_kitten\"><\/span>Should I make eye contact with my kitten?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Pairing eye contact with a verbal cue and a consistent positive reward can help decrease your cats fear of the experience. If your cat is shy or hesitant around people, rewarding eye contact can be a powerful way to build her confidence and help make her more comfortable with humans.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_kitten_stare_into_my_eyes\"><\/span>Why does my kitten stare into my eyes?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Your Cat Stares at You <b>to Show Affection<\/b> Cats can use staring as a nonverbal way of communicating. Even though a long, unblinking stare may not be the best way for humans to show affection, when your fur baby does this, it may mean theyre showing love to their favourite owner.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_cats_look_creepy\"><\/span>Why do cats look creepy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Along with a host of other nocturnal animals, <b>cats have a layer of tissue called the tapetum lucium located behind their retinas. The tapetum lucium acts like a mirror, reflecting light and allowing the cat to see in poorly lit circumstances as if it was shining a flashlight on the scene.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_it_mean_if_a_cat_is_staring_at_you\"><\/span>What does it mean if a cat is staring at you?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Theyre Showing Affection<\/b> Even though staring is considered rude in humans, its a way for cats to let you know that they love you. If you catch your cat staring at you in between soft blinks, this is a probable sign of your cat just taking the time out of their day to adore you.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_cat_just_sit_and_stare_at_me\"><\/span>Why does my cat just sit and stare at me?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Cats are part of the family bond, even if its just the two of you. They love their owner(s) and feel dependent on them for security, comfort, play and food. <b>Having a staring contest is just another way to affirm your bond. When you are calm, they are, too.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_you_stare_a_cat_in_the_eyes\"><\/span>What happens if you stare a cat in the eyes?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While staring may seem amusing at first, the more you do it, the less at ease your kitty will get. You should not return your cats look by staring back because staring is interpreted by cats as a sign of hostility. Staring at a cat <b>can cause them to become scared, furious, and distrustful<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_cat_staring_at_me_with_big_eyes\"><\/span>Why is my cat staring at me with big eyes?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Cats are incredibly curious by nature and they always want to know whats going on. It could be just that <b>theyre observing you to see if youre going to do anything interesting. Cats are visual hunters and when they go outdoors, theyre on high alert, keeping their keen eyes peeled for anything moving.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_cat_look_at_me_and_stare\"><\/span>Why does my cat look at me and stare?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As well as being a method of communication, staring is also <b>a sign of a close bond between you and your cat, as they are unlikely to hold eye contact with someone they dont like or trust.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_cat_stare_at_me_with_evil_eyes\"><\/span>Why does my cat stare at me with evil eyes?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Cats have enviable vision, especially in the dark, which is why they are such prolific little predators. But you already knew that. <b>They are also a bit near-sighted, which might explain why they like to get all up in your face to stare at you.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents What does it mean when a cat stares at you?Why does my kitten stare at me without blinking?Should I stare at my kitten?Why does my cat stare at me creepy?Why do cats just stare at you?Why does my cat stare at me without blinking?Why does my cat creepy stare at me?Should I&#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-111498","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/111498"}],"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=111498"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/111498\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=111498"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=111498"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=111498"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}