Why Cats Stretch When They See You?
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- In this video, we’ll explore the science behind cat stretching and explain the reasons why cats stretch when they see their humans.
To greet you
More often than not, cats stretch as a way of greeting you and saying Hello. The stretch is a sign of trust. It’s your cat’s way of telling you that they feel comfortable in your presence. Your cat feels so safe and at ease with you that they are not afraid to stretch and be vulnerable.
To seek attention
One of the main reasons why cats stretch when you are around is to get your attention.
Cats are intelligent animals. They know that if they do something cute, there's a good chance they'll receive something in return, like some pets, treats or just a bit of your focus.
Stretching serves as their way of saying, “Hey, Look at me. I am here. See how cute I am.”
To Prepare for Activities
Another reason why cats stretch is to get their body in motion. Like humans, cats need to stretch to warm up their muscles after sleeping or resting.
When your cat sees you, it's likely that they've just woken up from a nap and they are stretching to become active and ready for whatever comes next.
To Mark Their Territory:
Cats also stretch to mark their territory by leaving pheromone markings, so other cats know they live there.
In the same way the cats will love to rub against their owners and mark to claim them, scent marking via stretching is often done in an effort to claim various portions of the home.
To Cool Down
Another reason why cats stretch is to cool down. When the weather gets hot, cats often find a spot on cool pavement or grass, stretching out all four limbs.
Why cats make bird noises
Cats are known for their fast and intense teeth chattering, or as some will call it bird noises.
This chattering is often observed when a cat spots a bird or rodent outside of a window.
Cat behaviorists believe that cats chatter in a response to the excitement of seeing their hunt, and the frustration of not being able to catch it. This chattering could be your cat's way of communicating their excitement, frustration, or aggression towards their prey.
Eating Non-Food Items
Does your cat regularly try to chew on non-edible items such as plastic, cloth, sweaters, bags, or electrical cords? This could be a sign of a rare condition in cats called pica.
Some proposed reasons include mineral deficiencies, hyperthyroidism, genetics, boredom, and stress.
Licking After They Bite
Have you ever experienced your cat giving you a bite, only to be followed by a curious licking session?
If your cat licks then bites you out of the blue, then you might be in the presence of a love bite. Cats often bite to show affection. But only with gentle and more controlled nibbles.
But remember, if you are actively petting your cat and they give your finger a lick or two, and then a nice chomp, it might be that they have had enough of your pets and are overstimulated.
Why do cats lick you?
Licking is often a form of grooming and expressing affection. By licking you, they're marking you with their scent, which is a way of claiming you as their own.
Why cats show their bellies when they see you
When a cat shows you their belly, it means the cat is relaxed, comfortable, and doesn't feel threatened. They feel safe enough to expose their vulnerable areas without worrying about being attacked. it is a sign that your cat fully trusts you and feel safe with you.
Cats also expose their bellies as a way of saying hello to you. They are happy to see you and hope to get some attention, treats or pets.
Why cats ignore you
Your cat is sitting across the room, you look over to them, and you call their name and nothing happens. Your feelings get hurt and you wonder, does my cat even recognize my voice at all? A study conducted at the University of Tokyo found that cats can recognize their owners’ voices. What’s more, cats can recognize their names-even when it is called by a stranger. Some felines will twitch their ears or tilt their head when they hear their name being called.
However, the study also found that only about 10 percent of those cats come when called. Cats do know your voice and their names but they don’t always feel the need to offer a response.
Unlike dogs, who generally want to be involved in every situation and activity and often follow their human around constantly, cats are more independent.
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Our cats stretch mostly after a long nap, but when we come home they'll flop over exposing their tummies to greet us lol :D it's very cute.
One of our cats likes to flop over and let strangers rub her belly. We've had more people call the number on her tag because they thought she might be "lost."
My youngest one does that flops on back for slow gentle belly strokes he flops everywhere before going to bed then top of stairs ect he's soooo cute ❤
Ours flop over so hard they actually make a little "boom!" as they hit the floor and we're always like...yikes...o_o doesn't that hurt?!
My cat loves belly rubs
what a gud purring machine you have raised
Nevermind about why cats stretch when they see you.... Why do we always seem to automatically respond to our cat's stretching by saying, "Big stretch!"??? 🤔😄😄😄
I've never said that!!!
I say "Wilberforce, You're a long boi !"
Exactly what I say 😂
because they do such a biiiig stretch every time!
@@5ynthesizerpatel Wilberforce is a dank cat name LOL I love it
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Say what you will about cats vs. dogs, but I know my cats love me almost as much as I love and depend on them. I'm a better person for having these amazing animals in my life
Totally agree a had ma cat for 14 year he was a Maine coune a think thts how you spell it but he was more like a dog thn cat n got to say went through bad times but a couldn’t give ma cat away n he made me stand upto my problems n help me through they days not 1 night he never slept on me n in tough times he would sleep on my head near enough squeek his name was honestly don’t know we’re ad b today if not for squeek
Me too❤
Pretty crazy thing to say
Tmi... Just say, you like cats. I like cats 😜
There’s no such thing as cats vs. dogs ones a pet the other is man’s best friend and has guided us to victory since our caveman days. Dogs work in law enforcement, military, search and rescue, fire rescue. Nothing wrong with liking cats but there is no comparison in utility and loyalty.
Mine likes to jump on my bed, walk up to my face and stretch, but with one paw reaching out to my face and sort of taps my cheek 2 or 3 times and even makes the equivalent of the noise we make when we stretch. He's petting ME! Cute little buddy.
He is trying to share the joy? He feels when you pet him with you
I love my cats.. I love my neighbours cats.. I love your cats... Cats!! lol
I have a cat, his Name is SPARKIE. He is not just a pet, he comforts me.
Do you comfort him 😊
Cute name 😊. I have two boys, Minós and Alexi (Minós Apollo & Alexi Irmes, named after Ancient Greek/Cretan rulers and mythological gods that are linked to their colouring. They had a little baby sister, Artemisia "Arty" Nyx, but she crossed the 🌈 rainbow bridge way too early 😢).
While my eyes certainly can see - and I'm well aware - they're cats, what I truly see when I look at them are two souls, two persons/personalities. I love them as if they were my kids. They're my family. They've taught me a lot - about unconditional love, about letting go, about enjoying the moment, et cetera. They make me laugh out loud, or at least smile on the daily, come cuddle extra when I'm feeling sad or in pain. Minós is particularly sensitive to my moods, energy level and pain levels (I'm seriously chronically ill), and has helped me regulate breathing, sleeping better, and all that.
They're the type of cats to want to be in the toilet or shower with me, lol 😅 (shower just outside the water spray though). Following me around is general practice here, and when I return home from sth, I'm always being greeted by two happy boys. The cute stretching - I love it when it's with their front paws, one by one - is absolutely part of that, as well as showing bellies, bunting, purring... you name it. They've given me more than I can ever repay, but I try to do my utmost best to care & show them every single day I love them dearly.
Awww... while I was writing that last sentence, sitting up in bed yogi style (crossed legs) Minós jumped on the bed and made himself comfy in said crossed legs, directly on his back, toebeans in the air, purring up a storm ❤. He's the snugglebum of the two, but Alexi has a steady appointment at 4.30AM (yeah, I wish he'd chosen another time, too 😒🤷♀️) where he curls up next to me, usually at my head or middle and expects ALL the scritches 😂. He can definitely be a mommy's boy, but it's like he wants those moments to be just got the two of us. Like when I'm watching sth on my tablet - Minós not with me - and he lays his front paws and head on my legs, or peeks out from under my armpit to watch with me. Or when I wake up at night and feel a cold nose and whiskers pressed to my face, an indication he's checking up on me... and yeah, also wants a kiss before moving on. Absolutely adorable. In the past, I wished he would sleep with me on the bed as well, like his brother. But I realised soon enough his moments of love are extra special - and they're definitely there. He's just different in character. Besides, as soon as temperatures drop, he often sleeps in an elevated basket directly next to my bed - quite regularly touching one paw to my mattress as well. So it's not as if he's not seeking me out.
I hope you have many similar wonderful, loving moments with Sparkie ❤.
Mine is also named sparky. He’s an 18 month old orange tabby. He knows his name and comes when called. He also follows me constantly.
I am glad you found comfort in your friend
Bless Sparkie ❤
I’ve taught my wife’s cat to give me a hug when she stretches 😭 we got her at 4weeks ( unintentionally) and i would say big hugs and she starts stretching then i pick her up ( instant purrs and kisses)
Sounds like it's your cat too now 😁
4 weeks?!?!
How. Dare. You!
Lol 😊
@@R3VO7UTION 😭 her mom was a dead beat according to previous owners. Lucky for us she’s a sweetheart 🕺🏽
When I was 16 I had a boyfriend who had a cat that would lay in the bathroom sink while you pottied, then would stretch and give you a hug when you were done lolol
The thing I love most about having a cat is making a relationship, where we both make allowances for each other, and two creatures that are so different can create a bond of affection. It's not a case of a human simply forcing their will on another animal - hope that makes sense!😄
Cats are the best! 😻
I had a cat, and they always stretch to get ready for attention from you.😊
They should come pre-stretched.
Seriously, it reminds me to stretch too.
They are preparing themselves to be loved. 😃👍
I hold my cat under her armpits while she stretches !I just love seeing her front toes spreading out! I stretch too and it just feels good when you wake up..
I ❤ my Tabby cat 🐈 Guerro , he’s such a good boy !
Cats are the best :)
True they are better than dogs
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because they know it's adorable and non-threatening
I luv this, my cats trained me to know all of this, what a great wake-up call to know that I was trained.
I knew most of these reasons.., I spent 8 lon months watching neighborhood ferel cats where they hàng out. I learned through observation and waatched only and let them take their time to know me... I talk to them calmly and in 4ime they chose a rep to let me. Know I was now a member of their group...... But thanks for confirming. What I already knew .
Thif other side of the coin.... I had to give them names. They learned just once, and only trusted me to be touched , or only came to me when called 😊
I hope you fed them!!
My cat does a really exagerated long stretch on her back, so much that she looks like a frozen plank. It looks very funny and she knows it.. 😆
This is the cats world and we're just living in it, we are their hooman.
I'm a dog guy myself, but my dog and I have adopted an abandoned cat and she is a little lady. They get along fine, although he lets her know that this is his home first and foremost 😂
Your dog deludes himself.
@@GustaveTheSteelXIIIAs far as his home, you're right!😂
Its like they are saying Let the games begin and i better warm up for all the fun we are going to have!!
We are a one cat and one dog household. She doesn’t like other cats and tolerates the dog. She is the alpha of the two. She is a wonderful companion to us and our dog.
The answer is simple : Cats sleep all day and when they see you they wake up and do the streching !
Exactly. The amount of people who's heads this flies over is mind-boggling.
Not even close buddy.
All six of my cats stretch when they see me except for my three legged foster who is missing a back leg. Even my 10 week old kitten will stretch out her back legs as she walks towards me!🥰
My kitten does that too with her back legs like they are paralysed, it's cute. Respect to you for looking after so many cats!
Well done🤟😎🫱
It's entirely egotistical of me, but if they "bow" to me, I'm thinking that they know I'm Alpha Cat in The House. The dogs do it too. Got to keep the only person who feeds you and changes out the litter on your good side, I figure lol.
I have a tripod missing a back leg, so I have a tip! When greeting he likes to be picked up on his back and then he gives us a biiiiiig midair stretch:) he really likes this and runs up to you, I think it's hard for him to get a full body stretch otherwise.
There's a lot of cuteness here... Absolutely adorable!
When my kitty was a kitten, she stole a piece of lettuce with ranch on it from my salad, and ever since then she's been obsessed with trying to eat anything green and regretting it bc it doesn't taste like ranch! 😂
Mine is the opposite, she absolutely ADORES green leafy veggies, lettuce and spinach especially. She even likes apples, though not as much lol
I think its more simpler than that. They just sleep when you are away. And stretch if they wake up on your arrival.
My cat follows me around like a dog, and also listens to commands like : lay down, no, go away, come here, give me a kiss etc
I trained mine recall as a kitten. He knows his name. And the names of particular foods, or commands such as play time or brush.
It surprised me how many words they can learn to directly associate with.
@@TheAshCooperYeah , there is so many words my cat knows as well, I only named a few. He is very talkative and has an attitude, if something doesn't go his way he will be vocal about it but he will do what I instruct him. Like a little kid. Very surprised as well that they are so smart and trainable considering that everywhere is said that cats are stubborn so they wont listen as dogs, but they actually do. Have a nice day!
Cat stretches are like their way of saying 'Hello, human!' 🐾😺
It's literally just... stretching. It serves the same purpose as when we do it. Why anyone would assume there's some secret reason behind animals stretching is beyond me.
I’m pretty sure their way of saying hello is when they meow and shake their tail like a maraca
@@majorpwner241because they do it whenever they See you and expose their tummy while focusing you. Its not about the stretch after they slept. Some cats even make sounds while doing it, but only when you enter a room, never after sleeping
also if they meow while walking towards you
Honestly, I think the 10% thing might have had more to do with the testing environment. I have several cats. (I’ve had 16 in total over the years.) They all almost always come when called, though sometimes I have to do so several times before they relent. Even if it’s just to pop their head around the corner so I know they didn’t get out of the house. On occasion they do ignore me if they’re really comfortable though.
I noted my cat under the couch. Technically, at least at most angles, I couldn't see her. But I kept wondering why she didn't come when I called, so I called her (as though I still didn't know where she was) and each time, she'd twitch her tail. "So actually, Human, I'm answering" (lol). Too lazy to get up, but hey I'm answering...
@@Kayenne54 lol, that sounds about right. Cats really are like teenagers sometimes.
@@Callidus7SSM 🤣🤣
my cat only responds when he knows that I have treats on me or when I'm near the cupboard or kitchen. but he did the head check on whats going on when I called and see my hands if it's empty than I expect an annoyed meow for a couple of minutes lol
@@theoddplebs Probably what's called a "meme" but someone said they have to act like a Blackjack dealer at a casino, to show "empty hands" to their cat to prove there are no hidden treats. I have to do this when I come inside, when one of my cats wants green grass. Stares at me until I do the Blackjack dealer thing lol.
They stretch like that because they want a good pettin and they’re getting themselves ready for it
I have both a cat and a dog. I’ve had a cat, dog and two birds and a rabbit. Honestly I love my cats more than my puppy. She’s clingy and annoying. The car is cheaper, came potty trained and is easy to deal with in fascinated by her she’s very beautiful and intelligent
I've had a few cats who were indoor/outdoor cats and they make that chittering noise even outdoors when they see prey, mostly birds, frequently while slowly moving towards it. I always though it was a way to lull the birds to get close enough to catch them.
I’ve read that is so, that it’s their way of impersonating bird sounds.
Yes it is, even bigger cats like tigers moo when they see or hesr a cow.
Thanks for the info!!!
Thank you for summarizing in the details section
For the belly exposure. We have two tabbies that do that but aren't fond of the belly rubs. The 3rd cat (a tuxedo) will find me at random just so I can rub his belly... every cat's different
Cute stretchy cat video yay =w=
it's sort of like a cute welcome home greet. ^^
people watching this video to understand their cat, but im over here watching it to see a bunch of cute cat clips
I grew up with cat allergies... I couldn't even be in a house where they lived without some series of antihistamines onboard... BUT, I adopted a stray cat and have lived with him... plus four more...for almost two years now and have NOT had any problem with the allergies... The strange thing is my wife also had the same allergy to cats, but she ALSO has no problems with our hoard of Pad Foots, Fuzzy Butts, and Feather Heads (3 Dogs, 5 Cats, 1 Parrot)... Is it something in their food... or is it LOVE... Curious!
You get used to your own animals I'm allergic to cats but have 2. I only notice my allergy when I'm fawning over a cat I don't live with.
Same here! 🥹💕
I love those creatures so much
I love my cats. They love me in their own way. They stretch because it feels good. They are comfortable around me so they are willing to stretch in front of me.
Every once in awhile I'll run into some guy who says, "I HATE CATS!" and its like what the hell is that all about? I could see that with spiders or snakes, but cats??
All kittehz eez GOOD kittehz! ❤️😺❤️
If you're chill your cat will love you.
Both my cats greet me at the door. My black cat will jump up to get closer to my face for pets, and my orange cat will come to me and stretch one arm out like he's waving hi!
One of my cats gives me a love bite to tell me she wants some food or a treat.
Two of my cats uses the cat scratching post before I put their food bowls down.
Scratching, is a form of stretching, limbering up their paws for holding their prey.
Biting is a sign of over stimulation. It's best to not let them do it. It's aggression.
You idiot, you just unknowingly trained your cat to bite you whenever it wants food. I hope the cat doesn't get rehomed because this behavior will carry on with it. 🤦
Smokey birthday is at the weekend (15) he does this all the time
After a drink, my cat always does a shake and a stretch
Cat nap=Sleep constantly.
I was a dog person for years had 2 cats know its opposite...😂
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I think my cat was a dog in a past life because she always follows me everywhere I go and comes every time I call her name. I used to be a dog person until I adopted a cat and I think I’ll be more inclined to adopt a cat instead of a dog in the future when my cat passes away. I don’t think I’ll ever find a car quite like her though, she’s the sweetest thing ever and we have a really close bond
No worries, you'll definitely not find a car like her anywhere
That's what cats normally do. I had a cat that does followed me everywhere
watch as a youtuber turns a simple question into an 8 minute video for midroll ads
Man I love cats!
Cats rule! Dogs drool😊
Thank you
they are just bowing in the face of our majesty.
Cats stretch when they see a human just in case they have to open a can of whupass. Best to limber up before strenuous activity....
This is a bunch of baseless speculation but hey, I’ll watch kitties stretch all day! 😊
Not really baseless. If a cat is scared, frightened or wary of you, there is NO way it's going to do a relaxed stretch in front of you, or lie on its back with its belly exposed. Same for dogs, really. Your comment is baseless lol.
@@Kayenne54 You’re right. “Baseless” was just wrong. “Unscientific” is better. And that is not meant as a pejorative; lots of good guesses are presented. The inner life of Kitty is somewhat opaque.
@@StevenBanks123 Lol. Okay, I'll pay this one. "Opaque" is a very apt description.
5:08 lol so cute😁
When my cat died. I died. I grew up with dogs and loved dogs. Didn't care for cats. My sister got a cat, and was moving and her roommate was allergic to cats and I took the kitty. She was a bitch but melted my heart. I got a male cat later and they just made me swoon
One of my dogs do this. I always thought it was because he had just woken up from a nap whenever I come home.
Mine does it in preparation to leap and bound through the house.
My cat rolls on her back when she wants attention, and is one of the few cats I've ever had that actively welcomes belly rubs. Instead of biting when she's had enough, she'll usually gently kick my hand off her belly with her back paws. Never uses her claws, it's more of a "I'm done with it for now" kind of kick. My cat also comes when she's called, but only by me. My wife has tried for weeks to get her to come when called, but she will only come to her she calls her and there's food being prepared for her. My cat also understands the gist of what I tell her. By using visual cues and easy words, she gets most of what I say and usually does it. Like when she was tearing up my blinds because she's only 1 year old, I told her to leave it alone, showed her by holding the blinds, and she never touched the blinds again. I also taught her to be easier with her claws, just by holding my hand and simply saying "Ouch" as if in pain whenever she brought them out when she gets excited from petting, even if it didn't really hurt that much. So now she just pushes my hand away with one of her paws when she's had enough. Considering I got her as a tiny thing that was starving and dehydrated from the intense summers of the Southeast U.S., she's pretty smart and attentive. I think she has a really strong imprint as I am the guy that took her from near-death and gave her a second chance at life.
My 7 year old tortie comes to me whenever I call her name
Mine too.
My cat has pica. I have to be careful to not leave certain items out in the open. The shelter told me his first family kept him locked in a bathroom for 2 years before surrendering him. The stress and boredom from this is the only reason the vet thinks he has pica. The items he goes for are all things you'd normally find in a bathroom, or are very similar to them.
Also, the chattering is believed to be to warm up the jaw muscles preparing to bite prey.
All 3 of my cats come to me when called -- quite uncommon.
My two cats start to come to me when I arrive, but then realize they are cats and are supposed to ignore me.
I warm up my jaw muscles before a meal with an appetizer. Usually cheesy poofs.
@@FC-qe1wl
Ditto.🤣🤣🤣
It's like, there, I've done my duty. Bye 😑🐈
My cat comes to me when I call her name
Actually it's more common
I had a Very Fury Cat that would cool off by just walking across the carpet, stop walking w/ his back legs and let them stretch out straight behind him and then keep the front legs going until he was dragging his body along the carpet, then he would end w/ his front legs straight out in front. His body length would easily Double doing that and it give everyone a funny visual while at it.
😻😻😻
When an animal stretches and aims its but whole right at you is called the African Salute. My cat does that to me all the time 😺
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I love cats so much
Because - they are Cats, and flexible. And, a Cat will do as it wants too. 🐈🐈⬛
I would ignore my friends adopted rescue Cat when he got him. And it soon after it resulted in me becoming his favorite human visitor. He just decided to come and sit beside me on the couch while my friend and I were talking. I looked at him said hello and gave him a quick gentle scratch behind the ear and went back to talking. He then laid down next to me and went to sleep.
My neighbor's cat stretches and waltzes over to me and my dog every time it sees us. And if I don't have my dog, the cat comes right up to my feet and goes belly-up. I feel loved.
I always pet my kitty when he stretches 😻
its the eye blinks that really mean anything, forget the stretches.
"Cats do understand you calling their name, they just choose to ignore you."
I almost fell asleep listening to this guys voice, he should do something like a night sounds podcast.
they might even bite you if you dont give them attention lol
My cats always stretched like that when they entered the room to join the rest of the family.
wow thats some huge asumptions you make there. often, people and animals stretch to be ready for a fight to limit the risk of straining something and to increase bloodflow in their muscles.
It's their way of saying hey hooman feed me then I'll go back to sleep 😆
I noticed that, when cats chatter a prey, other cats will know this particular cat saw something of interest.
It's also a way of letting other cats know there's prey.
It's a way of involuntary communication, because they can't help the chattering.
I love cats
Cats: Human! Stop over analyzing my behavior! Now throw away those leftovers in my bowl and serve me some fresh meat. Meanwhile I will just chill here in this cozy bed.
Based on my 60+ years of experience, the only time cats stretch when they greet you is when they've been sleeping, and they've just woken up.
I would have to say that I have never noticed a cat stretch in front of me that hadn't just been sleeping.
Hmmm...you probably aren't very observant, or make a lot of assumptions. Stretching during greets is a common feline behavior. even Big Cats do it.
@@deadmeat8754 Yep, that's my experience as well. All of my cats will stretch when they see me, whether lying down or standing up. It doesn't have anything to do with sleeping.
My experience as well after 55 cat-years. 😊
Mine often do when not sleeping
most cats stretch when i sit near them outside.. i thought it was for petting
This is why cats are the greatest animals on planet earth.
It's no different than for humans: "Oh dear, I gotta get back to work. Ok, let's do this".
My cat stretches just to make a in place circle just to lay in the same spot and nap another 8 hrs!
Lol, I always thought they stretched because they had been sleeping, just like we do.
Then they yawn when you start to pet them.
Oh yes!! I can admit I do this all the time!!! My Human Mama always gives me pets when I do this, and I just LOVE the attention!!! Plus, sometimes I'll get treats, but I also like to let Mama know how comfy I am!!
Cringe
There's an element of truth to these assertions, but the reality is; cat's are smart. If you are an out of shape, overweight person, like myself, a cat will likely display the most acrobatic moves in it's arsenal when it see's you. Afterwards the cat's stretches out in total mockery of it's owners physical limitations. Some cat's have been known to stand up on both legs, for hours on end, if their owner is confined to a wheelchair. Other cat's just shoot into a wall, unexpectedly, if it's owner is blind - with a walking stick. I don't have a cat at this moment, but I have three dog's! They go outside to poo poo/ pee pee, and are very well house-broken. I have been constipated for a week now, and just this morning my Pepper took a big dump right in front of the toilet. Pepper is a big girl, and sometimes we call her, "Tank", but now the joke is on me as I had to adjust the ballcock in the toilet TANK to get her big turds flushed all the way down!
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I love my cats
That's a curtsy. They know that I'm the real queen 👑
My cat, is my SON.😸
my dog is a cat so this was helpful 😂