Cats make direct eye contact to greet loved ones instead of messy kisses! Slow blinks back show affection.
Saying Hello
Hungry for treats or play? Mews may follow the stare until you provide expected goodies.
Want Your Focus
Eyeing you closely monitors human response to emerging illness requiring vet intervention.
Health Concerns
Long stares warn rival cats away conveying "this territory and human are mine!"
Territorial
Angry, aggressive cats glare to caution against unwanted handling trying to avoid conflict.
Threat Display
Small prey freeze under a cat's stare enabling their calculated pounce for the kill!
Natural Instincts
Repeated return stares urge owners to address underlying needs from hunger, loneliness or vet visit.
Take The Hint