Which is one of the reasons cats and dogs hate each other — they speak completely different languages. Not just the belly example, but when a dog wags its tail, it’s friendly. When a cat waves its tail, watch out!
Cats and dogs raised together eventually work this out.
I know this was a joke, but it’s actually them showing you that they trust you enough to show you their most vulnerable spot. Cats can snuggle against you or sleep in your lap if they like you, but they get something out of that exchange. Showing their belly is purely letting you know you’re trusted. It’s like a hug.
TLDR When a cat rolls over and shows its belly, its pointing a GUN at you.
Edit: they’re also so murderous that they practice their aim by shooting themselves in the face over and over again, for FUN.
When a dog does that, you goddamn scratch that belly.
Which is one of the reasons cats and dogs hate each other — they speak completely different languages. Not just the belly example, but when a dog wags its tail, it’s friendly. When a cat waves its tail, watch out!
Cats and dogs raised together eventually work this out.
Gun show: Admit One
I know this was a joke, but it’s actually them showing you that they trust you enough to show you their most vulnerable spot. Cats can snuggle against you or sleep in your lap if they like you, but they get something out of that exchange. Showing their belly is purely letting you know you’re trusted. It’s like a hug.