Why does my cat randomly smack me?

It’s classic play behavior. Your cat is bored and decided to practice hunting – with you as the prey. If there was a second cat, it would use that as the prey. Unless the cat uses it’s claws, it’s all in good fun and you can probably make it stop by playing more with it or getting a second cat.

Why does my cat smack me in the morning?

Most of all, your cat isn’t able to communicate with you (verbally, at least), so when they wake you up in the middle of the night, it’s because they want to communicate something. If they’re happy and busy in the daytime, it’s less likely that they will come bopping you in the head in the middle of the night.

Why does my cat sit on my lap then attack me?

It’s a controversial topic in the feline behavior world, but many believe it’s simply due to overstimulation. Repetitive petting can cause your cat to become overly excited, and trigger an arousal-based bite. A cat who was feral, or not handled well as a kitten, are more prone to petting-induced aggression.

Why do cats hit you with their head?

Cats headbutt to create a colony scent. It shows that your cat trusts you enough to be up close and personal with you. Cats have scent glands all over their bodies. They use them to leave their mark on objects, including their humans.

Why do cats smack your face?

Your cat may be playing or trying to get your attention. I’ve had more than one cat that would whack me in the face or on my foot and then run away and wait for me to feed them or give them fresh water. One cat would wake me up for breakfast (her breakfast) by gently dragging her paw against my eyelids.

Why does my cat touch my face with her paw?

Not only is this a sign of cat love, but if your cat’s sleeping habits include touching your face, it’s a sign that she trusts you. If your cat kneads on you or touches your face with her paws while snuggling up to you, she may be putting her scent on you to show you how much she adores you, according to Animal Planet.