It's hard to resist the temptation to cuddle when faced with a cat on its belly. But is this really an invitation to cuddle, or does this position have another meaning? One thing is certain: trying to understand feline behaviour is the duty of every guardian. To avoid miscommunication, you need to know how cat language works and what they wantsay with body movement - and that includes a cat lying on its stomach.

Oh, and don't worry: the Paws of the House Read on to find out what cats' positions mean when they leave their bellies exposed and what the best places to pet them are.

Cat positions: what does it mean when the kitty sleeps on its belly?

Every first-time pet parent always wonders why cats sleep so much and if this is a normal behavior. To begin with, it is good to understand that felines' sleeping hours are quite different from ours: they have nocturnal instincts, so they tend to sleep more during the day, while they are more willing and active at night. Therefore, it is very common to find a cat sleeping on the floor.morning or afternoon - and at these times, cat positions always catch the eye.

If you've ever seen a cat lying on its belly while sleeping, this is a great sign! The belly is one of the most vulnerable areas and felines try to protect it at all costs. If it has this part of its body more exposed during naps, it means that your kitty trusts you a lot and feels safe by your side! The trust is so great that it decides to abandon theown wild instincts, and relax completely.

Can cat on belly be a request for affection?

Contrary to what many people think, most cats don't like to be petted on the belly. Of course, this will depend a lot on the personality and manners of each pet, but if you find your cat on its belly, pet it and notice that it doesn't like it, don't insist. It is in the region of the thorax and belly that the animal's vital organs are located, and even if the felines feel comfortable...enough to leave that part more exposed, this is often not an invitation for affection.

So why do cats roll over and sometimes lie on their bellies? As well as being a sign of trust, research by the University of Cambridge in the UK has concluded that this cat behavior is linked to submission. The study was carried out with two colonies of semi-wild cats over 18 months, and it was observed that the cat with its belly up and rolling fromIn 79% of the cases, the posture was taken in front of another cat and there was no vocalisation. Many female cats in heat adopted the behaviour in front of males, but interestingly, 61% of the animals that did this were younger males in front of older males. This led to the belief that the cat lying on its belly may signify submission among female cats.the cats.

Find out where to pet a cat!

As you can already see, not all areas are "free" to pet the cat. Both the belly and the tail and paws are very sensitive parts that can make your friend uncomfortable if they are stroked, so it is good to avoid. On the other hand, the top of the head, cheeks and chin are super suitable places for this and the kittens love it! You can also pet the cat's belly, tail and paws.his back and, depending on the level of intimacy, even at the base of the tail (the "popo" of the pet).

Another important tip is to always pet in the direction of hair growth. Also, if you start the petting session and realize that the kitten is not very interested, it is good not to insist.