How to Love Cats

By eHow Pets Editor

Instructions

Step 1:
Understand what cats are. A cat is very independent. She loves you and needs you, but not all the time. She isn't a dog and won't always shower you with attention. Keeping this in mind can make loving a cat easier.
Step 2:
Learn how to interact with cats. When a cat is afraid, he will hide. By not forcing yourself on a cat, you are helping to prevent a feeling of anxiety that he would associate with you. Let him come to you in his own time. He will get curious enough to investigate, and by being gentle and quiet around him you will set him at ease.
Step 3:
Anticipate the crazies. Most cats have periods of time that they feel they must dart from one place to another very quickly. As long as you are aware that this happens occasionally, you won't get freaked out by her erratic behavior.
Step 4:
Let his personality unfold. Just as with any other animal, not every cat conforms to what we think all cats should be. Some will have a wilder side than others, and some will be the type to sleep the normal 20 hours per day. By allowing a cat to be who he is, being a cat lover will come naturally.
Step 5:
Remember that cats are clean. To love cats, you must understand that they enjoy clean environments. This is especially true of her litter boxes and feeding spaces.
Step 6:
Know what cats are saying. Interpreting what cats are saying with body language can lead you to love cats. When he swats at everything, he wants to play. When his ears are perked up and his tail is twitching excitedly he may want to play or get attention. Hunting cats will follow their prey with their eyes and bow low to sneak up on them.

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