“Notice Me!” – Attention-Seeking Behavior

Sometimes, that rub comes with an agenda.

Watch for patterns:

Rubbing at dinner time? “Feed me.”

Winding around your feet near the door? “Open up!”

Head-butting during work calls? “Play with me now.”

Cats are smart.

If you respond every time, they learn:

Rub = reward.

That’s fine for cuddles and play—but be careful reinforcing demands for food.

Stick to routines, and redirect with toys or gentle petting instead.

“I’m Ready to Mate” – A Sign from Unfixed Cats

Unspayed female cats in heat become extremely affectionate—often rubbing nonstop, especially on legs, furniture, or even walls.

Other signs include:

Excessive vocalization (loud yowling)

Restlessness

Tail deflection (lifting tail to one side)

Rolling on the floor

While natural, this cycle is stressful—and leads to unwanted litters