# Sainsbury's Bank: Cat Behaviours Explained! **By Megan Balmer** · 2018-02-22 On Tuesday we debunked some famous myths about cats and today (in collaboration with Sainsbury's bank) We have unlocked the secrets of cat behaviour! Visit the original animation here: [http://www.sainsburysbank.co.uk/money-matters/understanding-your-cat.shtml](http://www.sainsburysbank.co.uk/money-matters/understanding-your-cat.shtml) ![](https://www.sainsburysbank.co.uk/money-matters/~/media/images/money-matters/infographics/cat-behaviours/head-stroke.gif) ![](https://www.sainsburysbank.co.uk/money-matters/~/media/images/money-matters/infographics/cat-behaviours/head-stroke-web.gif) ![](https://www.sainsburysbank.co.uk/money-matters/~/media/images/money-matters/infographics/cat-behaviours/sainsburys_logo--top.png)[ ![](https://www.sainsburysbank.co.uk/money-matters/~/media/images/money-matters/infographics/cat-behaviours/solo-head.gif) ## CAT BEHAVIOURS EXPLAINED ### Just what is your cat trying to tell you? ](http://www.sainsburysbank.co.uk/money-matters/understanding-your-cat.shtml) ![](https://www.sainsburysbank.co.uk/money-matters/~/media/images/money-matters/infographics/cat-behaviours/milk-and-straw.gif) ![](https://www.sainsburysbank.co.uk/money-matters/~/media/images/money-matters/infographics/cat-behaviours/divider1.png) ![](https://www.sainsburysbank.co.uk/money-matters/~/media/images/money-matters/infographics/cat-behaviours/behind_cat.gif) ### Rubbing against your legs or furniture This is my home, and I scent things to find my way around. ![](https://www.sainsburysbank.co.uk/money-matters/~/media/images/money-matters/infographics/cat-behaviours/behind_cat.gif) ### Showing you its behind Don't be offended, I'm just being friendly. We cats say hello to each other by sniffing tails, just like dogs. ![](https://www.sainsburysbank.co.uk/money-matters/~/media/images/money-matters/infographics/cat-behaviours/three-heads.gif) ### Ears forward I'm pleased to see you. If you hold out your hand, I might give it a bump to say hello (or a sniff if I'm shy). ### Slow closing of eyes/blinking You're getting a kiss. If you copy me, I might just do it again. If I'm in the mood. ### Ears upright, sitting up and alert I'm listening intently. Was it a bird or a mouse? I'm not sure, but I'm off to find out. ![](https://www.sainsburysbank.co.uk/money-matters/~/media/images/money-matters/infographics/cat-behaviours/sofa-stroke-3.gif) ![](https://www.sainsburysbank.co.uk/money-matters/~/media/images/money-matters/infographics/cat-behaviours/ball-new.gif) ![](https://www.sainsburysbank.co.uk/money-matters/~/media/images/money-matters/infographics/cat-behaviours/play-ball.gif) ![](https://www.sainsburysbank.co.uk/money-matters/~/media/images/money-matters/infographics/cat-behaviours/ball-cradle.gif) ### Kneading I'm getting comfy. Kneading you makes me feel good, as I think about how I used to knead my mum. ### Rolling on back to expose stomach I trust you, but watch your fingers if you decide to give me a tickle; I might be in the mood to play. ![](https://www.sainsburysbank.co.uk/money-matters/~/media/images/money-matters/infographics/cat-behaviours/blinker.gif) ![](https://www.sainsburysbank.co.uk/money-matters/~/media/images/money-matters/infographics/cat-behaviours/feet-2.gif) ![](https://www.sainsburysbank.co.uk/money-matters/~/media/images/money-matters/infographics/cat-behaviours/scared-2.gif) ![](https://www.sainsburysbank.co.uk/money-matters/~/media/images/money-matters/infographics/cat-behaviours/catnbox.gif) ![](https://www.sainsburysbank.co.uk/money-matters/~/media/images/money-matters/infographics/cat-behaviours/birds.gif) ### Back hunched up with tail and fur on end I'm being defensive. I'm puffing my hair out to make myself look bigger, so whatever I'm scared of leaves me alone. ![](https://www.sainsburysbank.co.uk/money-matters/~/media/images/money-matters/infographics/cat-behaviours/catnboxweb2.gif) ### Cat in a box/bag This might look silly to you, but it makes me feel safe; I can see you, but you can't see me! ![](https://www.sainsburysbank.co.uk/money-matters/~/media/images/money-matters/infographics/cat-behaviours/mouse-catcher.gif) ![](https://www.sainsburysbank.co.uk/money-matters/~/media/images/money-matters/infographics/cat-behaviours/clockworkmice.gif) ### Cat in a box/bag This might look silly to you, but it makes me feel safe; I can see you, but you can't see me! ### Cat 'gift' I've brought you a mouse to try and teach you how to hunt. See what a good hunter I am. It's your turn now. ![](https://www.sainsburysbank.co.uk/money-matters/~/media/images/money-matters/infographics/cat-behaviours/purring.gif) ![](https://www.sainsburysbank.co.uk/money-matters/~/media/images/money-matters/infographics/cat-behaviours/cats-purr-web.gif) ### Purring I purr because of most things (dinner, strokes, sitting in sunshine), but mainly because you've given me some form of 'contact' and I like it. [![](https://www.sainsburysbank.co.uk/money-matters/~/media/images/money-matters/infographics/cat-behaviours/sainsburys_logo.png)](http://www.sainsburysbank.co.uk/) **Tags:** All Blogs, Cat, News --- > Source: [Pet n Pony](petnpony.co.uk/blogs/news/sainsburys-bank-cat-behaviours-explained)