Uploaded December 2020 | Updated September 2026, 17 hours ago

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From their ears to their tails, cats use different parts of their bodies to tell us how they're feeling. Cats experience a range of emotions, and can be subtle in showing them. It's important as cat owners to learn to understand them, and to try to figure out what they're trying to tell us with their body language.

Find out more about recognising cat body language in this video.

For more advice on caring for your cat visit our website: battersea.org.uk/pet-advice