Cats are generally fairly placid pets, easy going, affectionate, entertaining and simple to care for. However, there are some things that you may do (or not do) that can really tick them off. Some things just really don’t make your cat very happy, and it is likely that you want to avoid these things with your feline companion.

5Over petting

Have you ever been petting your cat, when suddenly it goes from purring and happy, to biting and scratching at you? It can be completely mystifying, but it is common as cats easily become overstimulated. If you pay attention, you can likely sort out what seems to set your cat off. Some cats are very particular about where they are comfortable being stroked. The head, back of neck and upper back are usually the most common safe spots on cats. You must always be aware of young children and teach them how to carefully pet the cat.

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