8 Ways to Say ‘I Love You’ in Cat Language

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Do you say “I love you” out loud to your cat? I talk to my three all the time, but they don’t seem to understand me, especially when I’m telling them to get off the counter or stop smacking the dog. Of course, food and cuddles help show your cat you care. But to truly say “I love you,” it helps to speak their language.

Cats communicate through scent, body language, and physical contact. In other words, they understand your actions better than your words. With that in mind, here are six suggestions for ways to say “I love you” to your cat.