The Scientific Reason Your Cat Head-Bumps You

Marking you as their territory, signaling that you're one of the pack, or just saying thanks for the kibble, are the primary reasons scientists say our feline friends like to give us a head-butt, per Doral Pet Care. There are a few additional reasons, though, your cat may be engaging in this behavior. For example, if your cat likes to head-butt objects, not people, it's still just marking its territory. If there's another cat in the house, your cat may head-butt its roommates to establish a "colony scent" or exert dominance, per PetMD.

Another reason your cat may head-butt is just because it's an enjoyable experience for the cat. Smelling their own pheromones can be quite comforting for felines. They might also just be playful, restless, or just looking for some attention. If they're purring and otherwise appear to be happy, head-butting is nothing to worry about. If that's not the case and your cat seems out of sorts, or if their behavior is more like "head pressing," then there might be some cause for concern.

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